Lab School
Welcome to the University of Delaware Lab School! The Lab School serves the University of Delaware as a model of inclusive early childhood education addressing the needs and strengths of varied populations. We welcome children aged 8 months – 6 years and their families into our developmentally supportive part-time and full-time programs that range from infants to kindergarten. We are an innovation lab supporting the growth and development of University students while serving children, families, and the community. Since 1934, Lab School has supported UD’s academic programs preparing the next generation of professionals while providing a diverse, supportive, and accessible site for research conducted by faculty, undergraduate and graduate students, and the Lab School staff.
Lab School is part of the Department of Human Development and Family Sciences (HDFS) within the College of Education and Human Development at the University of Delaware. The Master Teachers enact the practices taught to the undergraduate majors with a focus on child-centered curriculum, developmentally appropriate practices, Nature-based education, social-emotional, and mindfulness curriculum. Lab School is a living, breathing laboratory for undergraduates who are making connections between what they learn in their courses and real-life teaching.
LATEST LAB SCHOOL NEWS
Inspire Learning Through Outdoor Play
Research Spotlight: Jennifer Gallo-Fox and Dorit Radnai-Griffin
In Bloom in Delaware
In Memoriam: Cynthia Paris
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“The UD Lab School is beyond anything I could have ever hoped for my children. Everyday, I am inspired by the teaching teams’ commitment to demonstrating and teaching mindfulness, connecting children to nature, bringing them together in authentic child-led interactions and discovery and developing a sense of community among the families.”
— BethAnn Aupperle, Lab School parent
We are over the 🌙 excited about today’s delivery. Our 3 new river birch trees and countless plants have us so deeply remembering our beloved Cynthia Paris. ✨ With yesterday marking two years since her passing, these plants help us to feel her presence even though she is no longer with us. The beauty and peace that will be felt by the surrounding horticulture is going to add a whole new dimension to this natural play space. We can’t wait to PLAY on it! ...
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Today we were treated to a visit from @johnmicklos as he read three of his amazing picture books during our morning meeting! We loved counting leaves with him in “One Leaf, Two Leaves, Count with Me!” and talking about feelings in his newest book, “Sad, Mad, Glad: A Day Full of Feelings.” We also loved “Raindrops to Rainbow,” and some friends were inspired to paint watercolor rainbows in the woods after his readings. Thanks for joining us today, John! You are welcome back any time! 🌈
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🌱 We are so excited about our new partnership with Healthy Foods for Healthy Kids! Last week, our children got their hands in the soil as they prepared the garden and planted. Now, we water, watch, and wait for our first harvest in just a few weeks! 🌿 We can’t wait to see what grows! 🥬 Stay tuned for updates from our garden! ✨ ...
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Look at how walking in mud puddles can support gross motor skills, balance and problem solving skills. Not to mention risk taking and just plain fun! ...
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Lab School representing at the University of Delaware College of Education & Human Development alumni tent at the educators UD Football Game Newark, DE
How many Lab School staff members are UD alumni?? Put your guesses below! ...
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A little rain calls for a dance party! ...
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