More than two decades ago, MindChamps, a leading global early learning education provider, recognized the importance of developing an education system that would prepare children for the demands of a rapidly changing world. By Elice Morgenson
More than two decades ago, MindChamps, a leading global early learning education provider, recognized the importance of developing an education system that would prepare children for the demands of a rapidly changing world. The system uses the proprietary 3-Mind Education Model – developed by MindChamps Founder CEO David Chiem and Dean of Research and Program Development Brian Caswell – based on three aspects of learning, the Champion Mind, the Learning Mind and the Creative Mind. Using this approach, international experts have developed a curriculum that targets and unlocks the potential in every child.
“The S.M.I.L.E.S.™ methodology is at the heart of the MindChamps PreSchools’ curriculum, a nurturing and safe space for children to learn and explore as they develop their sensory, motor, intellectual, linguistic, emotional, and social skills through integrated experiential learning activities,” explained Joseph Lim, MindChamps’ deputy director–general of education.
Committed to making a difference in students’ lives, MindChamps uses core and enrichment programs that cultivate critical thinking. Students complete core modules that feature various disciplines, including Natural Literacy™, Numeracy Strategies™ and MindChamps Music™ while engaging in enrichment lessons, such as Creativity and Theatrical Strategies™ and Gourmet Moments™. Lim shared how students explore these subjects and enhance their skills.
“Through our unique Enquiry Teaching and Learning™ approach, we foster children’s curiosity based on their interests by encouraging them to ask questions that will lead to an inquiry exploration. Our teachers facilitate the children’s learning by allowing them to discover and explore through a variety of learning experiences. By observing the interests of the children, our teachers plan intentional and purposeful learning by incorporating the S.M.I.L.E.S.™ elements to provide a holistic learning experience,” he said.
MindChamps is looking for entrepreneurs who want to be actively involved with the brand’s unique educational pedagogy, and it ensures that the highest quality of training and support will be provided to each franchisee. Each teacher based in the U.S. completes a 100-hour training course and all operational systems and guidelines are clearly established through MindChamps’ ChampionGold Standard manual. The brand’s high standard of education is maintained by sustained support from MindChamps headquarters, which also provides marketing, operations, training and legal support for each location. Franchisees have the opportunity to join the world-renowned MindChamps as it expands into hot markets throughout the U.S.
Elice Morgenson