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Northwood Preschool Center in Ames, IA is a part of the free statewide voluntary preschool program that serves 4-year-olds and a separate grant that serves 3-year-olds. With a focus on student inquiry and project-based learning, Northwood provides an environment where learning possibilities are endless. All teachers are dual certified, creating a full inclusion school that immerses students in the classroom experience and fosters peer-to-peer interactions. Using the Project Approach, Northwood Preschool Center explores students' interests and incorporates play, hands-on learning, and peer interactions into their projects. Teachers guide students through three phases of the project, starting with what students already know and leading them to investigate their questions. This approach, supported by innovative teaching practices and research, lays the groundwork for limitless learning opportunities.Generated from the website

Prairie Flower Children's Center is an independent nonprofit nature-based early childhood education center located in Ames, Iowa, dedicated to serving families for over 25 years. Offering a range of programs for children aged 14 months to 12 years, they provide a warm and nurturing environment that emphasizes outdoor exploration and learning through play. With a mission to strengthen connections to community and nature, Prairie Flower fosters childhood imagination, creativity, and emotional well-being through a primarily child-led curriculum. Their commitment to nurturing the whole child ensures that families are actively involved in the educational process, creating a supportive community for both children and adults. Generated from the website