Ames Community School District

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.

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