At ilo Early Learning Center, we have adapted the Finnish schooling model to provide an age appropriate, comprehensive early childhood education that incorporates social, emotional, academic and physical development, while still adhering to Colorado Education standards. The Finnish school model, which has been in practice for 40 years, has been recognized by the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) as one of the best in the world.

In keeping with the name of the school, we strive to create an environment that instills the joys of learning to your children, giving them that positive experience that sets them up for success as they progress on their educational  journey.

The ilo approach is similar to Montessori in that the classroom has children of different ages, utilizes age appropriate self-guided hands-on learning, set in an environment that promotes self-discipline, personal responsibilities, and mutual respect. Additionally, we believe in learning through play, put a focus on team and group interactions, and endeavor to interleave nature into our lessons.

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In the classroom, we live by the tenants of Conscious Discipline, inclusive of Composure, Encouragement, Assertiveness, Choices, Empathy, Positive Intent and Consequences.