Every Child Bay (ECB) is an inclusive preschool rooted in Reggio Emilia philosophy and evidence-based developmental practices for children aged 2-6 years. We value and support the intellectual, social, emotional and physical development of children through play.
Community
At Every Child Bay Preschool, we believe that education is a collaborative effort involving children, families, teachers and the wider community. Aligned with the Reggio Emillia philosophy, we see teachers as co-learners, working alongside children to create meaningful learning experiences that inspire curiosity, creativity, and exploration. At ECB, we are all co-constructors of knowledge, and we celebrate the power of collaboration in shaping the future of our children. We strongly value parent and community input and involvement in classroom projects, weekly routines (i.e., neighborhood walks) and special events
Inclusive School
Research overwhelmingly shows that when students with disabilities are included in education with their non-disabled peers, all children benefit. We view inclusion work as a continuous process of self-examination and improvement, and view all children as full members of our community. Every Child Bay Preschool is designed to provide opportunities for autistic children to be included in preschool with peers. We have 3-5 autistic students enrolled each year. These children may receive additional support from our teachers and staff to maximize their inclusion in the school setting.
Demonstration School
ECB is a demonstration preschool that showcases inclusion of autistic students in early childhood education. Our innovative early childhood program combines a developmentally appropriate curriculum and evidence-based teaching strategies, enriching the inclusion of autistic students in the preschool classroom and fostering the boundless potential of all young learners. As a demonstration school we collaborate with other preschool programs and universities to provide professional development and training to the community.