Preschool

This class is best suited for children 4 years and up

Class

Schedule

AGE 4/PreK ATTEND 2- 3 DAYS A WEEK

MONDAY/ WEDNESDAY/ THURSDAY

4/PreK Year Old 10:00-12:30

Our Daily Schedule

During the session, children spend the first 45 minutes exploring and discovering through play-based learning. During this time the children are free to play in the 4 distinct play spaces, see more about those HERE.

The remaining 45 minutes focus on structured group learning, reinforcing social norms, mastering motor skills and introducing pre-academic concepts such as literacy and pre-math skills, including estimating, graphing, patterning and scissor skills. The afternoon class features an additional 20-30 minute block that introduces pre-Kindergarten concepts such as, name recognition, phonemic awareness, whole word language (Handwriting Without Tears and Dolch curriculum), and games and activities that increase attention span and task orientation. Additionally, Thursdays feature differing classroom formats including enhanced Art/ STEAM activities and explorations.

Every week there are thought provoking thematic activities set up at each learning environment. You will see those highlighted below on our daily schedule example. You will also see what activities the director has planned to do with the children during circle time and art time. This schedule and these activities are very thoughtfully planned out by our director to make sure that we are helping our children reach their educational goals.

Daily Schedule (Winter Example)

Circle Room: Winter Dot Sheet

Tree Room : WRITING CENTER - Colored Notes

ENTRY TASK - Snowflake Patterns

DRAMA AREA - Gingerbread Bakery/ Polar Express

Library: Snowball Sort/ Icicle Count/Memory

Gym Action Snowflakes/ Parachute Snowstorm

(10:45-11:00) Ice Skating w plates. Musical Instruments

SNACK 11:00-11:15

Classroom: Snowball Names/ Rhyming Words/ This Is Winter Book

(11:20-11:45) Marshmallow counting-graphing

Art Room: Snow Stamping/ Ice Painting/ Bead Snowflakes

(11:50-12:10). Plate Snowflake Lacing/ Snow Sensory Bin

Circle Time: Four Season/ Ice/ The Snowy Day

(12:15-12:30) Snowball Chant/ Once There Was A Snowman

Pre Literacy

In the Reggio Emilia approach to early childhood education, pre-literacy skills for 4 and 5-year-olds are nurtured through a holistic, child-centered method. Educators seamlessly integrate these skills into everyday activities, using hands-on tasks, storytelling, and exploration to introduce literacy basics. They employ Dolch frequency words to enhance familiarity, while sound recognition activities and interactive games deepen auditory discrimination and phonemic awareness. Sight words are introduced through various engaging methods, connecting meaning with written symbols. This approach not only fosters a love for learning but also establishes a robust foundation for future literacy.

Circle Time

Preschool circle time is a pivotal part of our daily routine, providing a focused period for learning and social development. During this time, children engage in interactive activities centered around essential concepts like colors, shapes, numbers, and letters. It serves as a dedicated moment for cognitive exploration, laying the foundation for future academic success. Beyond academics, circle time is a key opportunity for children to learn valuable social skills, teaching them how to interact and behave in a group setting with their peers. This intentional blend of academic and social learning aims to create a well-rounded educational experience, fostering both cognitive growth and positive social development.

Science

In Reggio Emilia-style preschools, science is all about hands-on exploration and curiosity. Children get to plant gardens, watch weather changes, and play with natural materials, all while learning about the world around them. Teachers encourage questions and help kids find answers through observation and fun experiments. By making science part of everyday play and discovery, these preschools spark a love for exploring and understanding how things work.

Costs

Costs $75.00 YEARLY NON-REFUNDABLE REGISTRATION FEE

Monday, Wednesday & Thursday

TWO DAYS PER WEEK $95.00 MONTHLY

THREE DAYS PER WEEK $130.00 MONTHLY

** Crawling Babies $10.00 Monthly Insurance Coverage

Costs $75.00 YEARLY NON-REFUNDABLE REGISTRATION FEE Monday, Wednesday & Thursday TWO DAYS PER WEEK $95.00 MONTHLY THREE DAYS PER WEEK $130.00 MONTHLY ** Crawling Babies $10.00 Monthly Insurance Coverage **Crawling Babies $10.00 Monthly Insurance coverage