Franklin’s Premiere Daycare Teaches with Music and Movement

As Franklin’s premiere daycare center, The Academy uses many tools for teaching preschoolers. And we are always seeking innovative ways to enhance the learning process. Among the most compelling new learning discoveries is the impact that music and movement have on cognitive development.

Franklin's Premiere Daycare incorporates music in the curriculum.The Cognitive Benefits of Music

Without a doubt, music enriches classroom experiences. But it also plays a pivotal role in sharpening cognitive skills, improving memory, and fostering creativity.

Studies show that children exposed to music exhibit superior language skills, better memory retention, and heightened spatial-temporal reasoning. The act of listening to or performing music engages multiple areas of the brain, forging new neural connections and strengthening existing ones.

The Power of Movement in Learning

Kinesthetic learning—learning through movement—is particularly effective for young children, helping them to internalize new concepts through hands-on experiences.

Activities such as dance, sports, or simple classroom exercises are very valuable. Movement improves physical health and boosts concentration, memory, and executive function. A child who jumps while counting, for instance, is more likely to remember numbers and sequences because their body is actively involved in the learning process.

Synergy Between Music and Movement

When  you combine music and movement, their cognitive benefits are amplified. In our classrooms, we incorporate singing with actions or rhythmic clapping to create multisensory learning experiences. This aids retention and recall.

Dance is another good example of the synergy between music and movement. It marries rhythm and physical coordination, challenging the brain to process tempo, melody, and spatial awareness simultaneously.

Learn More about Franklin’s Premiere Daycare

The Academy has five locations in Franklin, TN. Additionally, The Academy has twelve more locations scattered across Nashville, Brentwood, Spring Hill, Murfreesboro, Hendersonville, Mt. Juliet, and Nolensville.

All of our locations provide children the highest quality preschool education in a fun and safe environment. You can have peace of mind that your child is receiving the best possible care.