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 * About
 * Philosophy & Curriculum
 * Educators
 * Environments
 * Admissions
   * Handbook
   * Calendar
   * Admissions Packet
   * Craft Lunch Program
 * Enrollment
   * Tuition
   * Enrollment Application
   * Upcoming Open House Schedule
 * Community
   * Events
   * Resources
   * Giving
 * Contact





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WELCOME TO CREATIVE EXPLORATIONS

Creative Explorations is a learning institution built to nurture and support the
development of children. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy, we have
designed a socio-constructivism curriculum, fostering the belief that knowledge
is constructed through interactions and relationships with others and the
environment. We appreciate the importance of experiential, interdisciplinary
education and believe children learn best by immersing themselves into their
natural world where they are free to inquire, explore, and reflect. We believe a
child who has been emotionally supported, while fostering and developing their
own curiosity and creativity in their early years of development, will become
stronger problem solvers, hold higher respect for each other and all living
things, and will choose sustainable living throughout life.

With this foundation, children will continue to be kind humans, accomplished and
unbiased learners, and bring positive change to our society.


ENVIRONMENTS


PHILOSOPHY & CURRICULUM

Creative Explorations is a learning institution built to nurture and support the
development of children.



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EDUCATORS

Our educators are the core of our existence and what makes Creative Explorations
the warm and exciting place it is!



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ENVIRONMENTS

Educators continue to work alongside the children encouraging them to immerse
themselves into their natural world where they are free to inquire, explore, and
reflect.

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EXPERIENTIAL, INTERDISCIPLINARY EDUCATION IN THE NATURAL WORLD


OUTDOOR CLASSROOMS

Children will be encouraged to immerse themselves into their natural world where
they are free to inquire, explore, and reflect. 



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ENVIRONMENT STEWARDSHIP

We model and teach respect for our eco-systems and the biodiversity within them.



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RESOURCES

Learn more about the importance of Nature Based Learning.

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THE ARTS

Children engage in creative expression daily. This includes traditional art
mediums such as drawing, painting, collage, and sculpting as well as non
traditional art mediums to extend the child’s thinking and creativity. These non
traditional opportunities include dance, music, imaginary play, and yoga.


ATELIER’S

Children are supplied with an array of art media throughout their day in special
spaces designed for creativity.



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PROCESS VS. PRODUCT

The child’s creativity is valued through process led provocations.



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RESOURCES

Learn more about the importance of Art in Early Childhood Education.

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TESTIMONIALS

CE has been such a wonderful place for both of our children. My son does before
and after care, and my daughter is in the young toddler program. It is a
therapeutic, holistic space that fosters learning, exploration, and fun. The
teachers are amazing; second to none. I wish we had found CE years ago!

- Lindsay W.

Went to Creative Explorations yesterday, Saturday, June 2, 2018 where Our
grandson attends day care. I have to say that I was extremely impressed with the
Staff and Facility. We were there for what was titled ART WALK where the art
 work was created by these very young students who attend this Day Care was on
display outdoors in the play ground areas and I would add that this event was
very well organized. It was an event that seemed to have been enjoyed by all who
attended. Especially for all the parents and grandparents like my wife and I.
BRAVO for a well deserved 5 Star review from this attendee.

- Guy M.

Creative Explorations is everything we’ve ever hoped for in a childcare center.
We had toured a few other childcare centers prior to visiting Creative
Explorations, but never got the right vibe from them. However, as soon as we
walked into Creative Explorations and met with Tabitha, we knew we found the
right place! We got a very warm and welcoming feeling from them and immediately
knew our son would be in excellent hands with them. We have been there since
January of 2020 and can’t imagine bringing him anywhere else. Tabitha and her
staff are truly exceptional people.

- Hillary

Our daughter has been attending Creative Explorations for the past 3 years
(since 18 months). From day one CE has made us feel welcomed, safe, and
comfortable. She has flourished and grown both emotionally and intellectually.
CE is a school that encourages developing enriched relationships with educators,
peers, and the outdoors. It is a school that uses a gentle and kind approach,
which allows children to really develop deep, thoughtful, and empathetic
connections with others. Our daughter has been able to learn and grow through
play, exploration, and interaction – which has been beautiful to watch. She will
be moving onto kindergarten in the fall, and I am so happy that I chose CE to
prepare her for the next chapter of life.

- Lindsay

It's never easy for a parent to initially hand their child over and entrust the
care from others they may not know. I am so proud to have two children who have
grown up through the programs at Creative Explorations and both beginning at the
very young age of three months old. As a new mother, the educators at CE
immediately set my mind at ease, made the transition feel seamless and have
provided exceptional care for both of my children ever since their first day. CE
is a nurturing and supportive environment where creativity, exploration and
individuality is celebrated. I have leaned on CE every step of the way and have
welcomed their guidance when I needed it most. I give tremendous credit to and
have so much gratitude for CE, its programs and its educators. I don't know what
I would do without them!

- Annie

For our family, Creative Explorations and the team of incredible teachers is so
much more than a daycare or preschool-- they're our village. Finding CE was like
discovering a gem! Each day our children are presented with opportunities to
explore, have open-ended play, connect with nature, feel their feelings in a
safe space, enjoy daily rhythms, and make deep friendships. As working parents,
nothing feels better than knowing our children are happyto go to school,
joyously greet their teachers, and immediately run to play with their friends.

- Becky

Creative Explorations is an amazing school with kind, thoughtful, caring
teachers. The school is very clean and organized. I was new to Raymond, Maine
and they embraced our family and my little boy they taught him to be more
independent and respectful of others. He also worked on gross motor skills. They
have the most beautiful outdoor classroom where kids can creatively explore
nature.

- Coley

This has been a fabulous place for my son. We will miss all the teachers
terribly as he embarks on his new journey to kindergarten. They have helped us,
as well as our son with the trials and tribulations of raising a strong willed,
active preschooler.

- Jenn D.




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Trail Campus:
842 Roosevelt Trl, Windham, ME 04062

River Campus:
1003 River Road, Windham, ME 04062

(207) 893-9029

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Hours of Operation

 * Monday 7AM - 5:30PM

 * Tuesday 7AM - 5:30PM

 * Wednesday 7AM - 5:30PM

 * Thursday 7AM - 5:30PM

 * Friday 7AM - 5:30PM

 * Saturday CLOSED

 * Sunday CLOSED

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