Contact Information

Phone Number:
315-592-9871

Address:
923 Old Rout 11 Canton, NY 13617

Website:
www.pandapalspreschool.weebly.com

923 Old Route 11

Canton, NY 13617
315-592-9871
Canton, New York 13617

Danielle Griffin
Panda Pals Preschool

Director
923 Old Route 11

Our Mission
At Panda Pals Preschool, our goal
is to ensure that each child feels
safe and comfortable. We pro-
mote learning through free play
and learning centers. We also
encourage frequent outdoor ac-
tivities and play.
NYS OCFS #8319721596
My Philosophy
I believe the most important part of teaching is to
ensure that every child feels safe and comfortable in the
classroom. To achieve this goal, it is important to incorpo- Program Details
rate developmentally appropriate practices into the curric-
ulum. It is important to meet the individual needs and in-
terests of each child in my classroom. A key factor in my Hours: 7:30am - 6:00pm
philosophy is reflected in the development of the whole
child. This includes supporting the social, emotional, cog- Days: Monday - Friday
nitive, physical and language skills of each child. To ensure
I meet these needs, I follow a curriculum which offers a Children Ages: 3-5 years
balance of formal lessons and play-based learning oppor-
Ratio: 1:7 (1 teacher for
tunities.
My curriculum also involves engagement with every 7 children)
nature. I view the outdoor play space as an extension of
Maximum Number of Chil-
the classroom. Children can engage physically, and also
dren: 18
learn much from exploring and discovering nature and
the environment.
Staff: Director/Lead Teach-
I believe parent involvement plays a key role in
er, Lead Teacher 2, and
creating a safe and comfortable environment for children.
When parents are involved in classroom events and activi- two Assistant Teachers.
ties, both teacher and parent can support and assist in
meeting educational goals for every child.
At Panda Pals Preschool, we do not
In my classroom, everyone is treated equally and discriminate against race, cultural
heritage, national origin, marital status,
with respect. My classroom is a place of comfort and safety
religion, political beliefs, disability, or
for all children. sexual orientation.
Ms. Griffin