FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Families who are new to childcare and Education often have lots of questions. It’s important to be informed so you can make the best decision for your child and your family.
Why choose us
After all, you’re searching for the right childcare provider to partner with you in guiding and raising your child. We’re honored you’re considering us and look forward to progressing together!
If you can’t find the answer you’re looking for below, please call our helpful Family Care Team on 840-888-9089. We will assist you in finding everything you need.
Does the name of the school “Kornerstone” have a special meaning?
Yes. It comes from the word “Cornerstone” which means the foundations of a building. Just as a building requires strong bases for its structure, children need four important basics to fully develop – namely, Critical Thinking and Originality, Intimate Adult-Child Connection, Healthy Personal Habits, Wholesome Character. It is our mission to strive for these goals.
What are some of your major features?
We have three major features:
1. Our masterfully planned and blended curriculum, Stepping Stones™, is based off our specified approach, the newest research and trends to prepare young children to enter their educational career. Stepping Stones™ guides our teachers through each day, enriching the classroom environment through S.T.R.E.A.M. ( Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Arts, Math), building each child’s self-esteem, facilitating smooth transitions between activities and creating a literacy-rich and multicultural environment where each child will be comfortable to explore.
2. In addition, we provide an abundance of reading materials at our library, including children’s books from around the world, to cultivate a strong sense of curiosity in every child to become a life-long reader.
3. Our special 3D curriculum also strengthens the skills required for early literacy, which brings revelation to our kids as their senses are fortified and participation reinforced during these activities.
1. Our masterfully planned and blended curriculum, Stepping Stones™, is based off our specified approach, the newest research and trends to prepare young children to enter their educational career. Stepping Stones™ guides our teachers through each day, enriching the classroom environment through S.T.R.E.A.M. ( Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Arts, Math), building each child’s self-esteem, facilitating smooth transitions between activities and creating a literacy-rich and multicultural environment where each child will be comfortable to explore.
2. In addition, we provide an abundance of reading materials at our library, including children’s books from around the world, to cultivate a strong sense of curiosity in every child to become a life-long reader.
3. Our special 3D curriculum also strengthens the skills required for early literacy, which brings revelation to our kids as their senses are fortified and participation reinforced during these activities.
Do you have more advantages over other schools?
Here are some examples of our advantages:
We have a low Teacher/Student Ratio for our small classes.
We have 24-hour security monitoring system around the campus to ensure student safety.
We are environmentally conscious with our entire campus.
We care about parent education and their ability to raise healthy children.
We have self-contained classrooms where teacher can properly bond with the students.
We cultivate character development and foster individual interests.
We offer opportunity for children to exercise decision-making skills through our thematic and investigative teaching.
We design Edible Garden to bring learning from the classroom to the school yard that tie in with our weekly meals.
We have a low Teacher/Student Ratio for our small classes.
We have 24-hour security monitoring system around the campus to ensure student safety.
We are environmentally conscious with our entire campus.
We care about parent education and their ability to raise healthy children.
We have self-contained classrooms where teacher can properly bond with the students.
We cultivate character development and foster individual interests.
We offer opportunity for children to exercise decision-making skills through our thematic and investigative teaching.
We design Edible Garden to bring learning from the classroom to the school yard that tie in with our weekly meals.
What Education Programs do your offer?
Kornerstone Academy’s Education Programs are based on Montessori and Creative curriculum research and findings on how to best support the complete development of the child during their crucial formative years. Programs are child-led and self-paced, while guided, assessed and enriched by knowledgable educators. In Kornerstone, the classroom, the students, and the educators come together to form the education program.
Education Programs:
Toddler Program 18month-36month
Preschool Program Ages 2-3
Early Learning Program Ages 4-5
Education Programs:
Toddler Program 18month-36month
Preschool Program Ages 2-3
Early Learning Program Ages 4-5
What is the best age to start childcare?
The core of Stepping Stone's teaching system is primarily inspired by mainstream American education, which has long integrated the core ideas of psychologists and educators from the past three centuries. Stepping Stone blends innovative educational philosophies, teaching practices, and creative courses. The influence of these educational pioneers can be seen in our teaching tools and educational spirit, including figures like Froebel in Germany, Steiner in Austria, Piaget in Switzerland, Dewey in the United States, and Malaguzzi in modern Italy.
What factors matter most when choosing a childcare center?
Each family has different needs when it comes to looking for a childcare center. It’s a good idea to rank the factors below in accordance with your family’s needs to guide your decision-making process after you’ve completed a tour.
Key Factors to Consider:
Education Program: Does the education program align with your beliefs about what early education should be for your child? Will the education program support and nurture your child during the most important years of their early education?
Reputation: Does the childcare centre you’re considering have a good reputation? Talk to parents in the local area who have sent their child to the service and look at what families are saying online via reviewing platforms such as Care for Kids and Google Reviews. Welcoming and Positive Atmosphere: Do the children and the staff at the centre look happy and engaged? Can you feel a positive vibe throughout the centre?
Facilities: Do the centre’s facilities meet your child’s needs? Are the facilities in good condition, safe, and well maintained?
Opening Hours: Does the centre offer the long day care hours that best align with your schedule? Most Academy childcare centres open from 7:30am to 5:00pm to meet the needs of working families.
Inclusions: What does the centre provide and what will you need to bring? There are different benefits associated with attending catered and non-catered centres. Catered centres provide simplicity for busy families, whereas non-catered centres provide families with greater control over what their child can eat, and assists in preparation for school.
Distance from Work or Home: Is the centre close to your work or home? Centres in close proximity may make it easier for pick-up and drop off; however, it’s important to consider all the factors that are important to you.
Fees and Charges: Calculate the daily fee you will pay after the Child Care Subsidy to determine whether the fees will fit within your household budget. It’s important to choose the centre that you feel best meets your family’s needs within your available budget.
Key Factors to Consider:
Education Program: Does the education program align with your beliefs about what early education should be for your child? Will the education program support and nurture your child during the most important years of their early education?
Reputation: Does the childcare centre you’re considering have a good reputation? Talk to parents in the local area who have sent their child to the service and look at what families are saying online via reviewing platforms such as Care for Kids and Google Reviews. Welcoming and Positive Atmosphere: Do the children and the staff at the centre look happy and engaged? Can you feel a positive vibe throughout the centre?
Facilities: Do the centre’s facilities meet your child’s needs? Are the facilities in good condition, safe, and well maintained?
Opening Hours: Does the centre offer the long day care hours that best align with your schedule? Most Academy childcare centres open from 7:30am to 5:00pm to meet the needs of working families.
Inclusions: What does the centre provide and what will you need to bring? There are different benefits associated with attending catered and non-catered centres. Catered centres provide simplicity for busy families, whereas non-catered centres provide families with greater control over what their child can eat, and assists in preparation for school.
Distance from Work or Home: Is the centre close to your work or home? Centres in close proximity may make it easier for pick-up and drop off; however, it’s important to consider all the factors that are important to you.
Fees and Charges: Calculate the daily fee you will pay after the Child Care Subsidy to determine whether the fees will fit within your household budget. It’s important to choose the centre that you feel best meets your family’s needs within your available budget.
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