OUR CURRICULUM is developmental in approach and based on the knowledge that children are learning every moment. Our goal is to help each child reach his or her greatest potential in physical skills (gross and fine motor), social skills (cooperation and problem solving), language skills (expressing thoughts and listening to others), and cognitive skills (recognition of colors, shapes, letters and numbers) Kindergarten readiness is a priority.

TWO AND THREE YEAR OLDS

This class is designed to delight and challenge children in their first school experience by fostering the excitement and love of learning. Rug Time, Story Time and a combination of learning and play activities fill their day. The emphasis is on social interaction and cooperation with peers as well as adults. Activities include art, books, puzzles, imaginative play, music and movement, and toileting competence.

OLDER THREES AND YOUNG FOURS

This classroom offers a multitude of learning experiences designed to invite exploration of colors, seasons, personal hygiene, daily life, plant and animal life and cultural heritage. Activities include planned Circle Time followed by art, and play activities to enrich the curriculum and enhance the chidren's social skills. Verbal skills are emphasized.

OLDER FOURS

Pre-kindergarten activities prepare the childen socially and academically for their first formal school experience. Emphasis is on opportunities for exploring math, science and language concepts through play. Concepts are reinforced through classroom activities using themes such as animal habitats, weather, postal service and holidays.

YOUNG FIVES

This classroom is filled with activities designed to prepare the children for their kindergarten experience. Beginning phonics is the basis of the curriculum that includes a wide range of kindergarten readiness activities. Emphasis is on language and listening skills, cooperation and social skills, individual creativity and motor development.

AFTERNOON CLUBHOUSE

Our extended care offers an additional hour or two of planned activities on a day by day sign-up or as a regular monthly schedule. Daily activities vary but cover big ideas such as the circus, the zoo, insects or current holidays. Children enjoy a refreshing rest as well as continuing friendships in the afternoon. Pick-up times are 2:00p.m. or 3:30 p.m.

TODDLER PROGRAM

This class is for children 18 to 30 months who will enter our preschool as they turn two and a half and are potty-trained. It is an opportunity for them to become familiar wth preschool routines in the presence of their moms, dads, or a grandparent. The class offers play and socialization opportunities, an art activity and parent discussion. It meets every Tuesday from 9:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M.