Enrollment is open to children who are 2.9 years old through 5 years old. Space is limited, call today for a tour of the facility! |
Enrollment Information
If you are considering enrolling your child in any preschool program in this area in
this area, don't wait until summer! Most preschool programs begin accepting
enrollment from their current students in January or February and then open
enrollment to the public in the immediate months to follow. By late spring most of
the programs are already full for the upcoming fall session! We encourage you to
begin visiting local preschool programs now and sit in on a class. Choosing a great
preschool program for your child is an essential part of building a solid foundation
for future education. Call us if you would like to observe one of our preschool
classes in session.
The Preschool Class
The Preschool Class will include children ranging in age from 2 years, 9 months through 4 years
old. This program is designed to prepare children for our Pre-Kindergarten class by sharpening
the essential social, emotional and academic skills that will be helpful in making a smooth
transition into our Pre-Kindergarten program.
The Pre-Kindergarten Class
This class is designed to challenge and prepare those children who are over 4 1/2 years old for
Kindergarten. Because public Kindergarten in most local towns is 5 full days per week, we strive
to prepare children for that type of schedule not only academically, but emotionally as well.
Typically, children who have been exposed to an extended day preschool program transition
into a full day Kindergarten program with ease and confidence.
If your child has one academic year before being eligible for Kindergarten you should consider
the benefits of enrolling your child in a full day preschool program which meets 2-3 times each
week.
Morning Sessions
Tuesdays & Thursdays - 9:00 until 11:30
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays - 9:00 until 11:30
Mondays through Fridays - 9:00 until 11:30
Full Day Sessions
The full day sessions are flexible in hours and times. We want to be able to provide these
sessions which accommodate the schedules of working parents.
The Preschool Curriculum
Within this environment, children are encouraged to explore their world through educational
centers: literature, mathematics, the arts, science, computer, music, dramatic play, outdoor play,
show and tell, individualized instruction, and group time. Themes will be presented to the
children which will incorporate letters, shapes, colors, and numbers, with emphasis on
strengthening fine and gross motor skills, as well as social skills. Although it might seem like the
children are “just playing”, each activity is specifically chosen to help enhance the following skill
areas.
Language Skills- Reading stories, singing songs, discussing concepts such as before & after,
under & over, near & far, tall & short etc., social interactions between other children and the
staff, etc.
Cognitive Skills- Puzzles, problem solving activities, games, blocks, sorting by shape, color, size
etc., patterns, counting, computers, (these are early math skills).
Fine Motor Skills- Play dough, coloring, drawing, writing, blocks, painting, sand play, arts and
crafts activities, cutting with scissors, experimenting with textures etc.
Gross Motor Skills- Climbing, running, practicing stairs, hopping, bike riding, dancing, playing
catch, balancing, tossing objects etc.
Social Skills- Playing with other children, turn taking games, sharing, mastering separation from
parents, using language to achieve goals (as opposed to pointing, yelling, crying or hitting),
social problem solving. Social development is one of the most important areas of development
at this stage. Children need to be taught the skills that are required in order to work out
differences amongst one another with support and guidance from the staff when needed. They
need to be taught how to express feelings of frustration, anger and disappointment without
losing self control. These skills can be carried throughout life!
Self Help Skills- Feeding with utensils, dressing and undressing, hand washing, manners, tying
shoes, etc.
If you are considering enrolling your child in any preschool program in this area in
this area, don't wait until summer! Most preschool programs begin accepting
enrollment from their current students in January or February and then open
enrollment to the public in the immediate months to follow. By late spring most of
the programs are already full for the upcoming fall session! We encourage you to
begin visiting local preschool programs now and sit in on a class. Choosing a great
preschool program for your child is an essential part of building a solid foundation
for future education. Call us if you would like to observe one of our preschool
classes in session.
The Preschool Class
The Preschool Class will include children ranging in age from 2 years, 9 months through 4 years
old. This program is designed to prepare children for our Pre-Kindergarten class by sharpening
the essential social, emotional and academic skills that will be helpful in making a smooth
transition into our Pre-Kindergarten program.
The Pre-Kindergarten Class
This class is designed to challenge and prepare those children who are over 4 1/2 years old for
Kindergarten. Because public Kindergarten in most local towns is 5 full days per week, we strive
to prepare children for that type of schedule not only academically, but emotionally as well.
Typically, children who have been exposed to an extended day preschool program transition
into a full day Kindergarten program with ease and confidence.
If your child has one academic year before being eligible for Kindergarten you should consider
the benefits of enrolling your child in a full day preschool program which meets 2-3 times each
week.
Morning Sessions
Tuesdays & Thursdays - 9:00 until 11:30
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays - 9:00 until 11:30
Mondays through Fridays - 9:00 until 11:30
Full Day Sessions
The full day sessions are flexible in hours and times. We want to be able to provide these
sessions which accommodate the schedules of working parents.
The Preschool Curriculum
Within this environment, children are encouraged to explore their world through educational
centers: literature, mathematics, the arts, science, computer, music, dramatic play, outdoor play,
show and tell, individualized instruction, and group time. Themes will be presented to the
children which will incorporate letters, shapes, colors, and numbers, with emphasis on
strengthening fine and gross motor skills, as well as social skills. Although it might seem like the
children are “just playing”, each activity is specifically chosen to help enhance the following skill
areas.
Language Skills- Reading stories, singing songs, discussing concepts such as before & after,
under & over, near & far, tall & short etc., social interactions between other children and the
staff, etc.
Cognitive Skills- Puzzles, problem solving activities, games, blocks, sorting by shape, color, size
etc., patterns, counting, computers, (these are early math skills).
Fine Motor Skills- Play dough, coloring, drawing, writing, blocks, painting, sand play, arts and
crafts activities, cutting with scissors, experimenting with textures etc.
Gross Motor Skills- Climbing, running, practicing stairs, hopping, bike riding, dancing, playing
catch, balancing, tossing objects etc.
Social Skills- Playing with other children, turn taking games, sharing, mastering separation from
parents, using language to achieve goals (as opposed to pointing, yelling, crying or hitting),
social problem solving. Social development is one of the most important areas of development
at this stage. Children need to be taught the skills that are required in order to work out
differences amongst one another with support and guidance from the staff when needed. They
need to be taught how to express feelings of frustration, anger and disappointment without
losing self control. These skills can be carried throughout life!
Self Help Skills- Feeding with utensils, dressing and undressing, hand washing, manners, tying
shoes, etc.
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