Most of a baby's brain growth takes place after birth.  Therefore, parents and loved ones have many opportunities every day to contribute to their healthy development.  Staff at Early Education Station is aware of growth and development so they present the best possible environment for this very important developmental time of a child’s life. 

Infant formula, baby cereal and baby food are provided for infants by the school.  There is no additional cost to the family. 

Erika Knapp, the school’s infant  teacher, has six  years of experience working with children.  Miss Erika has completed the six week state approved Infant/Toddler Credential.  She is currently pursuing an associate’s degree in child development from Marshall University.

Sarah Keefer, the school’s infant assistant teacher, has seven years of experience working with children.

She has completed the six week state approved Infant/Toddler Credential.  Miss Sarah is currently pursuing her Apprenticeship for Child Development Specialist.

Hands on Learning

	Research has proven that a human’s brain is the most active during the sixth and seventh months of life.  Stimulation and positive interactions help infants to develop brain structures which will benefit them later in life
	By providing warm, responsive care, adults can strengthen a child's biological systems that will help them handle their emotions.  Strong, secure connections with children helps them withstand the ordinary stresses of daily life -- not just today, but in the future as well.
	Infant staff is aware of emerging skills, such as crawling and rolling. They give infants opportunities and encouragement to progress with their development.
	Numerous toys are available to stimulate an infant’s brain growth.
	Individual schedules are kept for the infants.  Feedings, naps and play time are based on an infants own schedule.

 “My Day” reports are sent home each day showing feedings, sleeping times and activities presented to the infants.  Diaper documentation is kept for each child.  Assessment reports completed every nine weeks to evaluate each child’s progress, and parent teacher conferences are offered twice a year.