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Infant Programs
Young children, toddlers, and babies
enjoy a structured schedule that allows for flexibility. A schedule
helps the day to flow more smoothly, which allows the children
anticipate coming events, and aids in achieving a variety of goals.
A daily schedule is posted in each classroom. The schedule will
include scheduled activities and time slots.
Written schedules will be adhered to
out best ability, keeping in mind that anything can happen when
children are involved. There will be times when we have to make
adjustments to the schedule.
Infants and toddlers will
not necessarily follow the same schedule as the preschoolers. They
are not capable of sitting still for circle time, may need a morning
nap, etc. Infants are always fed on demand and toddlers usually eat
meals and snacks with older children. This is one reason our daily
schedule is not “set in stone”.
Since infants and toddlers cannot
communicate will enough to parents, a complete Infant/Toddler Daily
Form for each infant/toddler will be sent home daily. It will
include time of feedings, what was eaten, time of diaper checks and
changes, times of naps, any medication given and various comments
about the child’s day. Once toilet trained these forms will be
discontinued, unless the parents feel there is a continuing need for
them.
The "Just for twos"
program is used to develop the child's
language, gross motor and small motor skills. Self-discipline,
cooperation and creative expression is fostered through play
activities. Exploration of manipulative toys, books, indoor and
outdoor such as play equipment and materials helps to develop the
child's curiosity, creativity and independence. Art and music
experiences with a variety of materials are an integral part of the
program.
Three Year Old Program
The creative Preschool Program is the
core of the three years old curriculum. Listening to stories,
retelling events, dramatic play with puppets, music and movement
experience help the child develop concepts and language skills
necessary for future learning. A variety of play and art materials
are provided for the child's exploration. Stringing beads, building
with blocks, painting, drawing, cutting and constructing with
different materials foster the development of the child's small
motor and problem solving skills, and also enhance his sense of
creativity and self-expression. Daily writing exercises program
introduces the three’s to creating letters.
Four year olds
The four years old child is ready for
the exploration of concepts in the areas of reading and math
readiness, science and social studies, as well as the continued
growth of language and physical development skills. Utilizing the
creative Pre-Kindergarten Program, the child is presented with a
thematic, hands-on approach to learning new skills and developing
new awareness and abilities. Beginning phonics instruction is
initiated when the child is ready for this skill. The child's
curiosity, independence and self-confidence are fostered through the
use of center play activities. Manipulative toys, art, music
experiences and field trips enhance the child's understanding and
enjoyment of presented concepts.
Preschool age
The five years old child is ready for
the development of reading, math and handwriting skills that will
prepare him/her for the more formal learning environment of the
elementary school. The program we use presents science, social
studies, musical language, and physical development activities in a
weekly thematic format. Manipulative approach to learning math is
used to develop math concepts. Beginning handwriting skills are
taught through the use of a specially designed handwriting program.
Creativity, curiosity and confidence are developed through center
play activities. Art experiences, manipulative materials, dramatic
play, books and games enhance the child's concept development. Field
trips add to the child's enjoyment and understanding of the monthly
themes.
Before/after school children
Our older children will spend quality
time in our Center. The children will be supervised to do their
school homework. There will be time for playing outside at the
playground as well as working inside in our Computer Center or
reading in our library center.
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