The philosophy of Adventure Learning Center, Ltd., is based on this set of beliefs:

• We recognize each child to be an individual that brings to our center experiences, strengths, and curiosity to understand the world around him/her.
  
• We believe every child has the right to a safe, nurturing environment where they feel secure and comfortable. Each child has the right to an atmosphere that allows the child to develop to his/her maximum ability. It is the teacher's responsibility to provide opportunities for this development to occur.
  
• We believe each child has the right to develop at his/her own pace. We respect individual development and physical difference and difference in racial and ethnic heritages.
  
• We believe children learn the best through active participation with their environment and we should provide materials and activities which promote growth in each child's cognitive, fine motor, gross motor, and social development.
  
• We believe each child has the right to a positive self image. We believe that in treating children with love and respect, they will, in turn, learn to treat others with that same love and respect.
  
• We believe that parents are the most important adults in a child's life. We strive to form a partnership with our children's parents through mutual respect and open communication and make every effort to support individual parenting styles and choices.

Adventure Camp Philosophy

Adventure Learning Center Exploration Camp is West County’s answer to an affordable and exciting summer for children 2-12 years of age. This year’s session is from June 1st-August 13th 2010. Daily field trips are available for School Age students and weekly field trips are scheduled for our preschool students. Exploration Camp provides an enriching environment that will strengthen your child’s observation skills and broaden their knowledge of our community in a safe, nurturing manner. Our camp’s field trips, speakers, entertainers, and theme projects provide a framework for learning that any child can enjoy. No need to pack a lunch or snack, meals are included! Weekly outdoor water play or visits to the pool is a must! Just pack or wear an alc shirt along with comfortable shoes for field trip days! Provide sunscreen and insect spray if so desired, be ready for your children to have an outstanding Summer!