Paddington Station philosophy is based on the theories of Frederick Froebel, John Dewey, and Jean Piaget, internationally renowned education philosophers.  Objective: Our overall objective is to guide the development of the whole child socially, emotionally, cognitively, physically and creatively.

Curriculum: Paddington's primary goal is to provide a dynamic, integrated curriculum in an engaging, experiential environment that nurtures and builds upon each child's natural curiosity and love of learning. Our program integrates singing, dancing, musical instruments, storytelling, puppets and reading.  Other activities foster the exploration of nature, science, math, art, history, sensory experiences, literacy and culture.

At Paddington we offer an environment that celebrates the importance of play. Our approach encourages children to learn and discover through play. The result is  children freely explore and develop communication, fantasies, language skills, problem solving, expression of feelings, divergent and creative thinking. In each classroom, we offer children a broad range of developmentally-appropriate activities, experiences and learning materials from which to choose. Through their individual choices and hands-on activities, the children direct their own learning. Our teachers act as facilitators in the learning process, helping the children discover their own interests.

Highly Qualified Teachers: 90% of our teachers have been trained through the Stanley British Primary Teacher Training Program in partnership with the University of Colorado-Denver.  The teachers participate in an active staff development program where they share ideas, attend workshops and discussion groups. Paddington Station is currently seeking intern candidates to participate in our teacher preparation program.

Paddington Station Preschool • 1301 Quebec Street • Denver, Colorado • 80220