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Reinforcing Our Commitment to Excellence in Early Childhood Education

At Exceed, our dedication to fostering a robust foundation for lifelong learning is deeply ingrained in our philosophy and offerings. Understanding the critical role of early childhood education in holistic development, we've designed a comprehensive, research-based curriculum that is both thorough and accessible. Our founders, Jean B. McNeil and Jean P. Copeland, have meticulously tailored Exceed to serve the diverse needs of administrators, directors, teachers, parents, and—most importantly—the children themselves.

Why Exceed Stands Out:

The consensus among educational experts underscores the pivotal nature of preschool experiences and their lasting impact on a child's development. Josh Wallack, the deputy chancellor of New York City’s Department of Education, emphasizes, "Preschool is an integral part of the public-school system... every child can benefit from it.” This sentiment aligns with our mission at Exceed, where we strive to bridge the educational gap from the outset, ensuring every child has the foundation to thrive.

Our curriculum not only addresses the need for universal preschool education but also responds to concerns about the quality of early learning programs. As discussions about universal preschool gain momentum, particularly with the potential reauthorization of the Elementary Secondary Education Act (ESEA), the focus on equipping our youngest learners with the tools they need to succeed has never been more critical. Exceed aims to set a high standard for quality in early childhood education, addressing both accessibility and excellence.

Our Comprehensive Offerings:

Exceed offers a 52-week program that features weekly themed lesson plans, designed to provide a consistent yet dynamic educational journey throughout the year. Our curriculum is crafted with the knowledge that by the age of four, 90 percent of a child's brain is developed. This underscores the importance of engaging, high-quality early learning experiences to set the stage for lifelong success.

We provide extensive teacher guidance, including prewritten weekly staff memos and daily lesson plans, to ensure a seamless teaching experience. Our resources are designed to be user-friendly, enabling educators to prepare in minutes and focus on what truly matters—nurturing the minds of our children, our greatest natural resource, as Walt Disney famously said.

Our program also includes monthly assessments, themed weeks, and suggested field trips to broaden the learning experience beyond the classroom, emphasizing cognition, reasoning, problem-solving, and social skills through strategic activities and quality children’s literature.

Join Our Mission:

As the dialogue around expanding access to preschool continues, with leaders like Kate Walsh of the National Council on Teacher Quality calling for a focus on program quality, Exceed remains at the forefront of providing a superior preschool curriculum. Our aim is not just to expand access but to ensure that every child receives a quality early childhood education that lays the groundwork for their future achievements.

We invite you to join us in our commitment to exceeding expectations from the very start of a child’s educational journey. Together, we can offer a world of exploration, learning, and growth.

Welcome to Exceed, where every child is provided with the foundation to thrive in their educational journey and beyond!

Discover the Exceed Advantage

Who is Exceed For?

Diverse Adoption: Utilized by a wide range of educational programs, Exceed is designed for:
- Privately-owned centers
- Faith-based centers
- Head Start programs
- High School teachers
- College professors

What is Exceed?

Comprehensive Curriculum: A hands-on preschool curriculum for 3 and 4-year-olds that emphasizes active engagement over passive learning materials like color sheets and worksheets.
Awards & Recognition: Acknowledged for its innovative approach and results in early childhood education.
Certifications: Rigorously developed to meet and exceed educational standards for early learners.

When should Exceed be used?

Why Choose Exceed?

Addressing Industry Challenges: Exceed offers solutions to common issues in early childhood education, including:
- High turnover rates among trained teachers.
- The burden of lesson planning outside of work hours.
- The employment of preschool teachers without formal training in Early Childhood Education.
- Inconsistencies in skill development due to untrained teachers creating their own lesson plans.
- Lack of differentiation between 4-year-old and 3-year-old curricula.
- Absence of assessments and accountability.
- Challenges posed by staff absences, leaving substitutes without lesson plans.

How Exceed Transforms Early Childhood Learning?

User-Friendly Research: The curriculum is presented in an accessible format, offering a comprehensive overview of a day in a preschool classroom.
Integrated Training: Includes training within the curriculum text, such as staff memos, classroom management techniques, and Teacher Helping Hand Hints, ensuring educators are well-prepared.
Comprehensive Resources: All-inclusive materials provided, such as assessments, parent letters, staff memos, detailed lesson plans, and activity schedules.
Consistent Daily Schedules: Empowers children by providing a predictable daily routine, fostering a secure learning environment.
Cultural Awareness: Holidays and cultural celebrations, like "Winter Celebrations" (Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa), are presented from a multicultural perspective, promoting diversity and inclusion.

Where can I access the Exceed Preschool Curriculum?

The Exceed Program, and all our supporting products, can be easily purchased through our website, Instagram, Facebook, or Amazon.
Available in both digital download and printed copy.