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 6 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
With the storm heading our way, we took the opportunity to learn from our Grounds crew member, Paul and his snow plow. The childrenn got to take a close look, touch the plow, and asked several questions! Before he left, one of our preschoolers stated, “It’s Beautiful!” We couldn’t agree more! We are grateful for University of Delaware grounds crew and all they do to keep our parking lots, sidewalks, and nature spaces safe! We will be thinking of you this weekend!! ... See MoreSee Less
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Snowy Sunday = a perfect day to go on a track hunt with your family. Post your finds in the comments below… ... See MoreSee Less
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Getting dressed for the chilly temps give us the chance to be independent! ... See MoreSee Less
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We have such generous families!! Today the pre-k/k classroom received thoughtful donations allowing for new experiences. They are hoping for snow soon to be able to use these new sleds. Thank You for your thoughtfulness! ... See MoreSee Less
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Why are there so many “y sticks”?? This is the question we have been exploring in Nature Preschool while gathering as many as we can find. ... See MoreSee Less
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One of our ECE students shined today in an appearance of the UD Figure Skating Club at the Gold Arena! You rock, Leah, in the classroom and our community! 💙💛 ... See MoreSee Less
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