Our Mission
At Maple Dene and The Moppet School, our mission is to
- Help each child become personally and socially responsible, and independent in behavior and thinking;
- Provide opportunities and challenges that promote overall development, which leads to resourcefulness and the ability to solve problems; and
- Inspire a lifelong passion and enjoyment for learning.
Learning at Maple Dene & The Moppet School
To be “Safe, Friendly, and Responsible” is the cornerstone of all expectations at Maple Dene. Everyone benefits, becomes secure, and feels accepted in an atmosphere of respect and cooperation. In turn, children are eager and ready for meaningful responsibilities. Their self-esteem and confidence flourish as doors to learning open.
Maple Dene uses a hands-on approach to learning. Whether three or twelve years old, children are given time to explore the curiosities of life. Through the industrious interactions of work and play, they are drawn to their interests. Experimenting through trial and error, they search for answers. Encouraged to imagine possibilities, and to create from what has been inspired, they discover. This journey is adventurous and richly rewarding. Children come full circle to develop a deep, genuine love for learning, and ultimately, become independent and resourceful.
Professional Affiliations
Maple Dene is a member of the Coalition of Essential Schools. The Coalition’s Ten Common Principles are an integral part of our philosophy.
Other professional affiliations:
* The National Association for the Education of Young Children
* The National Council of Teachers of English
* The National Countil of Teachers of Mathematics
