Preschoolers

Our preschooler programs are geared for children ages 33 months to Kindergarten. Your preschooler will discover something new each day with the guidance of our experienced teachers.

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Curriculum

Active learning is central to our preschooler curriculum. As your preschooler continues to explore the world and to learn how to communicate his/her thoughts, our programs focus on:

• Language and literacy – We introduce children’s literature to promote a love of reading.
• Math and science – We teach numbers, sorting, grouping, matching and counting.
• Creativity and imagination – We encourage children to express themselves through many music and art activities.
• Socialization – We emphasize belonging, friendship, cooperation and compassion through “Friendship Time” and other activities.
• Physical development – We help develop large-motor skills (running, jumping and coordination) and fine-motor skills (writing, drawing and cutting).
• Faith development – We incorporate Chapel times and Christian themes into our daily activities.

Daily Schedule

8:30 to 9:45 a.m.: Free-choice time – Encourages children to work independently or in small groups, and use dramatic play table toys, blocks, puzzles language arts and Playdough.

9:45-10:10: Handwashing, snack & prayer – Encourages children to demonstrate good manner and to clean up after themselves. Snack and milk are provided.

10:10-10:20 a.m.: Morning meeting/story time – Includes Hello Song, Worship Time, Theme Introduction

10:20-11:00 a.m.: Art exploration, home living & dramatic play centers – Helps children explore different art mediums, creativity and freedom of expression.

11:00-11:05 a.m.: Set-up/transition

11:05-11:30 a.m.: Music & movement – Encourages expression through the singing of songs, finger plays, and body movement and rhythm activities.

11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m.: Handwashing, lunch – Develops your preschooler’s social skills (i.e., being a polite listener, practicing good manners, cleaning up) as he/she eats with friends. Bring a bag lunch from home; milk is provided.

12:15-1:00 p.m.: Free-choice time – Encourages children to make their own choices in play.

1:00-1:15 p.m.: Friendship time – Develops your preschooler’s social skills and emphasizes belonging, friendship,cooperation and compassion.

1:15-2:00 p.m.: Active play time – Features time at our outdoor playgrounds or indoor playrooms when the weather is cold. Climbers, scooters, balls and other large-muscle activities are available.

2-2:05 p.m.: Set-up/transition

2:10-2:20 p.m.: Handwashing, snack & prayer – Develops your preschooler’s good health habits, independence in personal care, manners and language skills. Snacks and milk are provided.

2:20-3:00 p.m.: Quiet play – Offers time to explore the library or tabletop activities.