Centered on preparing for Kindergarten, a significant portion of our academic endeavors is dedicated to cultivating pre-writing and pre-reading proficiencies.
Our acclaimed curriculum, Orchard Pathways, devised by the proprietors of The Orchard School, is a well-established phonics-based program. It adeptly steers your young learner through the initial phases of phonetic awareness, leading to enhanced reading skills encompassing sight words and word families for the advanced learner.
Introducing a specialized reading program overseen by an expert, we prioritize fluency and reading comprehension skills through engaging small group sessions.
Under our “scholastic for scholars” initiative, students are inspired by the arrival of new magazines in the classroom through mail, fostering motivation and academic curiosity.
Cultivating a positive mindset toward math is crucial for excelling in the subject!
Many adults harbor negative memories of their early encounters with math, leading to apprehension or the belief that they are not inherently “math people.” Fortunately, this misconception has been debunked. Math, along with the essential critical thinking skills it fosters, plays a pivotal role in our modern world, and we now recognize that EVERYONE can develop a solid foundational understanding.
Our objective is to ensure your child embarks on their math journey with a sense of wonder and receptiveness. Recognizing that individuals learn at varying paces, we tailor our approach to meet your child’s unique needs.
In our teaching approach, we incorporate music and repetition to impart knowledge of numbers 1 to 100 and basic algebraic operations. Enthusiastic learners even have the exciting opportunity to delve into counting by 2s, 5s, and 10s!
For those with a more visual inclination, we leverage art to instill geometric concepts, encompassing shapes, patterns, graphing, sorting, and sequencing.
Unleashing a genuine passion for science involves embracing experimentation and engaging the senses!
We fuel curiosity through inquiry, encouraging observations intertwined with art and math. From classifying toys to estimating and measuring playful elements, our approach resonates with your preschooler’s world view.
Maintaining a personalized one-to-one approach in our curriculum ensures that the learning experience aligns with the unique interests of each young learner.
Delving into the wonders of the human body, our lessons cover teeth, senses, and the significance of nutrition. The “Earth & Beyond” unit takes us on a journey to explore our remarkable planet, emphasizing the importance of keeping it clean and venturing into the vast universe.
Undoubtedly, the animal kingdom unit emerges as a favorite among pre-kindergarteners! Exploring reptiles, insects, mammals, and dinosaurs sparks their enthusiasm for the diverse inhabitants of our planet.
A solid foundation for kindergarten readiness is grounded in robust self-esteem and independence.
We prioritize acquainting our little ones with a spectrum of emotions and emphasize conflict resolution through reflection and self-control.
This encompasses addressing separation anxiety, exploring individual strengths and weaknesses, and acknowledging unique physical appearances as they become aware of distinctions between themselves and their peers.
In anticipation of the altered teacher-student ratios and diminished individual attention in kindergarten, we instill essential values to navigate diverse interactions with teachers and peers. These values include respect and self-respect, practicing good manners, fostering a spirit of sharing and caring for others, and developing organizational skills while being accountable for one’s actions.
Fostering imagination and creativity through the arts is a fundamental aspect of the contemporary classroom.
Whether it’s creating painted art masterpieces or taking the stage for performances, we enhance minds by delving into a realm of student-led creativity.
In recognition of the modern world’s appreciation for creativity and interdisciplinary connections, each month we seamlessly integrate a hands-on work of art related to a specific academic segment of the curriculum. This approach intertwines science, math, art, and even movement, creating a holistic and interconnected learning experience.
Music is an extraordinary catalyst. We all have those special songs that compel us to sing along, dance, or provide a connection that can turn a challenging day around.
For preschoolers, music becomes an even more impactful catalyst. As their minds take shape and forge connections, we leverage the potency of music, incorporating songs, rhymes, and poetry to captivate them in novel and inspiring ways.
We infuse motion into all our programs with physical fitness, fostering the development of children’s coordination and gross motor skills. This not only builds confidence but also instills trust in their bodies.
Your child engages in yoga, sports, and both indoor and outdoor active play within purpose-built playscapes, cultivating the foundation for lifelong healthy habits and a genuine love for movement.
To enhance the preschool experience, we introduce special guests and courses, ensuring a distinctive and dynamic program for your child.
Dynamic! We are big believers in not keeping kids cooped up, so our students cycle through different indoor and outdoor environments throughout the day. Our schedule balanced free play with structured activities and learning with also having consistent potty and mealtimes so that each student can feel safe and comfortable in their dependable daily routine. If you’re interested in more specific information, please reach out with questions!
While we pride ourselves in being a flexible center that works with parents, we also know from years of experience that students gain the most when they have a consistent schedule.
So while we understand that it’s not always possible to be on time (especially with young kids), we do encourage parents to get to school at a consistent time everyday and definitely before Circle Time so their kids can experience all that our center has to offer.
No—when it comes to napping, we follow our students’ lead. However, we do have a designated rest time every day where, if students are unable to fall asleep, they are provided alternative quiet activities to work on while their friends are sleeping.
We have a morning and afternoon snack time where students are offered a variety of free healthy school snack options. Parents can also send snacks from home to school with their kids if they wish.
We are always observing and assessing our students to ensure they are meeting their milestones. If any student seems to be need more support or reinforcement in certain areas, we always keep parents informed so they might work on certain skills at home too.