The Circle of curious minds
Our Location
St. Andrews’ United Church
128 1 St E, Cochrane
The Circle of Curious Minds is located at the St. Andrews’ United Church in Cochrane. The centre is accessible through the west entry of the building. Please visit us at any time!
Our Director
Adriana Castro
Adriana Castro is a registered Level 3 early childhood educator with decades of experience in the field. Before founding The Circle of Curious Minds (CCM), Adriana lived and worked in the United States, Switzerland, Germany, Spain, and the United Kingdom. Previously a professional architect, Adriana brings unparalleled passion for creativity, making, and education.
Our Values
Nurturing Curiosity and Creativity
At the Circle of Curious Minds, we believe in nurturing and supporting each child’s creativity, curiosity, and unique interests. Our approach encourages exploration, discovery, and hands-on making, fostering a love for learning and self-expression. We provide an environment where children feel empowered to pursue their passions, develop critical thinking skills, and build confidence, laying the foundation for a lifetime of growth and discovery.
School Readiness
We strive to prepare children for formal schooling by offering age-appropriate, fun, and engaging educational programs that focus on building foundational skills such as language development, literacy, numeracy, problem-solving, and critical thinking. We focus on promoting their overall development by providing a nurturing and stimulating environment that supports their cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth.
Inclusivity
At The Circle of Curious Minds, we aim at creating an inclusive environment that embraces and celebrates diversity, respecting children’s unique backgrounds, abilities, and cultures, and fostering a sense of belonging among all children and families.
Contact with Nature
We prioritize contact with nature and allow children to be, play, and learn outdoors. This contributes to their physical health, cognitive development, emotional well-being, social skills, and sets the foundation for well-rounded and environmentally aware individuals.
Parent and Community Engagement
Actively involve parents and families in their children’s education and care, promoting open communication, sharing information, and providing opportunities for parental involvement and engagement in the organization’s activities.
