Preschool Program
The Preschool Program is for children who are ages 3 through 5 years of age; it is preferred that these children also be toilet trained. The program offers ample time for free-choice learning activities and much one-on-one interaction with teachers in order to help children explore their interests, develop their talents and self-help skills, and build self-confidence. The program places an equal emphasis on encouragement of group participation and cooperation. Activities are presented through learning centers to develop and encourage the growth of children in all aspects: cognitive; social; physical; and emotional. The children gain experience in interacting with other children, making choices and resolving conflict. A morning and afternoon snack is offered daily. Children bring their own lunches if eating lunch in the Center.
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Sample Preschool Schedule
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| 7:00-8:45 |
Program opens. Children choose from a variety of activities such as blocks, books, puzzles, art. Children are encouraged to interact socially and build language skills by sharing stories and discussing events in their lives. |
| 8:45-9:00 |
Outdoor gross motor activities. |
| 9:00-9:20 |
Clean up and enjoy Snack |
| 9:20-9:40 |
Morning Story Time |
| 9:40-10:15 |
Learning Centers - planned activities to encourage development of social, physical, cognitive, and emotional skills. Children will have the opportunity to experience all areas of curriculum that may include math, writing, science, art, language, music, and dramatic play just to name a few. |
| 10:15-10:30 |
Circle time: songs and/or finger plays. |
| 10:30-11:00 |
Large Group Time |
| 11:00-11:30 |
Outdoor activities focusing on gross motor development |
| 11:30-11:45 |
Music |
| 11:45-12:00 |
Clean-up and prepare for lunch, children watch a movie |
| 12:00-12:30 |
Lunch, soft conversation, soft music, clean up space, use restroom, wash hands, quiet activities |
| 12:30-1:00 |
Outdoor play/ large motor/ gross motor activities |
| 1:00-3:00 |
Nap/Rest time; Children rest quietly on cots or sleep |
| 3:00-3:15 |
Wake up time; Prepare for snack |
| 3:15-3:45 |
Snack |
| 3:45-4:00 |
Clean up, prepare to go outside |
| 4:00-5:00 |
Outdoor activities if weather permits |