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
Wishing you all a Happy Winter Solstice! While the winds and heavy rains may have forced us indoors on Friday, we still found a way to bring nature in. We walked towards the light and shared gratitudes. This peaceful “ceremony” prepared us all as the seasonal shift is upon us. May you all feel that calm warmth! ... See MoreSee Less
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We made it to Winter Break!!
Wishing you all a Happy Holiday!!
We had a lovely luncheon to celebrate an incredible Fall semester. Many laughs, delicious food, and friendships strengthened. We really do have the best educators, staff, and director! ... See MoreSee Less
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Families arrived to our playground as the sun was setting…there was so much anticipation for this years Winter Solatice event since last years had been cancelled. Thanks to Mother Nature the white blanket of snow provided the perfect canvas for watercolor painting and candle illumination. Our hot chocolate, shadow puppet play and story reading warmed our insides. The lanterns shone extra bright bringing light into the darkness as we marched through our magical woods. These events showcase our strong community! ... See MoreSee Less
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The Threes heard there was a gingerbread man in our school! After reading several versions of this classic holiday tale, we decided to catch him! We followed the footprints and read the clues to solve this mystery! ... See MoreSee Less
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Sometimes the most beautiful things are right there in front of our eyes- we just have to stop and look! ... See MoreSee Less
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🎉🥳🎈Happy Birthday, Ms. Donna Brewer Baylis!!🎉🥳🎈
What would we do without you!? We hope you get taken care of this weekend because you take care of so many! We 💕 You! ... See MoreSee Less
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