I believe each interaction with a child is an opportunity & each of us has something to gain from the company of others. Young children thrive in a stable predictable environment. So while I strive to remain flexible to each ones' varying needs each day, our days will follow a consistent schedule. The particulars may change, but the schedules remains the same. By encouraging children to learn at their own level they will gain the confidence of self-importance.

Preschool

The aim of preschool is to provide a basic foundation for your child's education and to make each child's first experience with school a successful and happy one. Preschool will be offered throughout the months of September thru May and offered to children ages 3 and up, potty trained is preferred. During summer we may offer a Summer Camp. Our schedule will be 9:00am – 12pm and will be subject to change each year depending on the enrollment count and classes offered. Children that are attending preschool or summer camp only must be picked up promptly at 12:00 so the rest of the children can prepare for  lunch and quiet time.




DAILY SCHEDULE: Children enjoy a structured schedule that allows for flexibility. A schedule helps the day to flow more smoothly and allows the children to anticipate upcoming events. We will adhere to our written schedule to the best of our ability, however there will be times when we have to make adjustments to the schedule. I try to provide a daily structured program with an emphasis on creative art. And as much as possible, plan activities that reflect the ethnic and cultural backgrounds of all children in the classroom. We allow the children to learn at their own pace through discovery and playing and we give the children choices but teach them that a classroom rule is not the same as a choice.

Preschool is offered 3 days a week Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday 9am-12pm including am snack. (Little Learners will be following the Vallivue School Calendar). We will have: circle activities, such as days of the week, weather, etc;  story time, letter and number of the week activities, and learning centers. All activities will be modified so they are age appropriate for each individual. We will have four learning centers: Literacy, Mathematics, Science/Social Studies, and Art/Music. The children will be divided into small 2-3 child groups. The groups of children will be made of varied ages and stages of development in each. The will get ten minutes to explore the center, then clean-up and change centers. Snack will provide a break from centers.



 







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