Preschool & Nursery

Preschool

Welcome to our Preschool class for ages 2-4, where young children begin their exciting journey of exploration and learning! Our program is designed to nurture curiosity and support early development through a structured, hands-on approach.

Key Features

  • Sensory Exploration: Children engage in sensory activities such as playing with sand, water, and various textures to enhance their sensory development and fine motor skills.

  • Creative Expression: Daily crafts and art projects allow children to express themselves creatively while developing coordination and imagination.

  • Early Literacy and Numeracy: Activities include simple storytelling, rhyming games, and introductory math concepts, designed to build language skills and numerical understanding.

  • Social Skills Development: Through structured play and group activities, children learn essential social skills like sharing, taking turns, and cooperation.

  • Practical Life Skills: Children practice everyday tasks such as self-care routines, basic cooking, and organization, fostering independence and confidence.

Goals

  • Foster a love of learning and curiosity

  • Develop fine and gross motor skills

  • Enhance social and emotional growth

  • Encourage independence and self-care

  • Provide a safe and nurturing environment for exploration and creativity

Nursery

Our nursery is available for younger siblings under age 2 who are not ready for preschool.

Preschool Readiness

To ensure that each child is ready to thrive in our Preschool class, we have established the following guidelines. These criteria help create a supportive and engaging learning environment for all students.

Age Requirement

  • Children must be between 2 and 4 years old by the start of the semester.

Toilet Training

  • Children should be in the process of toilet training and able to use the bathroom with minimal assistance. Diapers or pull-ups are acceptable for younger children.

Basic Social Skills

  • Interaction: Ability to participate in group activities, including sharing, taking turns, and following simple instructions.

  • Communication: Ability to express needs, wants, and basic feelings verbally or with gestures.

Self-Care Skills

  • Dressing: Ability to manage simple self-care tasks such as putting on or taking off outer clothing with some assistance.

  • Eating: Ability to feed themselves independently using utensils and manage snacks and meals.

Motor Skills

  • Fine Motor Skills: Ability to handle small objects and engage in activities like drawing or manipulating playdough.

  • Gross Motor Skills: Ability to move independently, including running, climbing, and balancing.

Attention Span

  • Group Participation: Ability to engage in short group activities and follow simple directions for a brief period.

Emotional Readiness

  • Separation: Comfort with separating from parents or primary caregivers at drop-off.

  • Adaptability: Ability to adapt to new routines and environments with some support.

Meeting these guidelines helps ensure that each child is prepared to enjoy and benefit from our Preschool program, providing a positive and enriching experience for all. If there is any additional attention needed in these areas, we are willing to help with personalized assistance.