The early years are the time when our children begin to develop their sense of self-esteem, self-worth, and autonomy. Because we believe that children are inherently capable, we allow them the freedom to participate actively in their education and help guide their own learning through curious exploration, guided discovery, and social interactions with both their peers and the adults in the classroom. We assist them in learning cooperation, good listening skills, and how to behave in a large group. We foster the connection between physical activity and cognitive development and even have a walking regimen (and safety lessons) as part of our program. The positive environment allows the children to become comfortable enough for trial and error in decision-making and problem-solving. The confidence and relationships that students and parents gain from the cooperative model will last for years to come.