Children participate in a variety of activities including the following:
Learning Centers - These are areas set up by teachers and staff and are changed weekly to fit the theme. Learning centers have activities that are suggested either by written or verbal cues from the teacher or can be developed daily by the children. Materials and equipment in each area are displayed in a manner that promotes individual and independent play. Often, problems are presented for children to solve for creative and cooperative problem solving sessions.
Practical Life - All children are encouraged to behave independently according to their individual development level. The staff encourage children to problem solve creatively, to learn to accept and appreciate diversity, and negotiate for what they want when it is in conflict with another’s desires.
However, we do not tolerate bullying in any form. Children must learn to share, respect one-another, and communicate their desires in a civilized and friendly manner. Children who are repeatedly caught bullying others will be asked to sit quietly for a few minutes until they calm down and the parents will be informed of their child’s behavior upon pick-up. If the problem persists, a notice will be sent home. If the child or parent is not willing to work on the problem, and the bullying continues, they will be suspended or expelled from the Daycare or Preschool.
Staff will assist children in areas of practical life and self-help skill-development by providing activities that encourage sharing, working as a team and trusting others when their way is different. The goal for children of all ages is to promote positive self-esteem, academic and spiritual maturity and competence in all areas. Whether buttoning, pouring, folding, reading, or singing, children experience real life situations and activities that encourage them to expand their independence.
Weekly Themes - The program has general weekly themes that are established and coordinated school-wide from Daycare to Preschool, designed to promote developmental skills, and to enrich all children’s understanding of their world. The themes have educational, social, cultural, and spiritual value.
Circle Time – Circle time provides the children with the opportunity to interact with each other as a group. During this time, we will learn from the Bible, read stories, learn calendar skills, weather skills, sing songs, play games and learn about each other. During this time, the teacher will prepare children for the day and review the letter, number, theme, and color of the week.
Arts and Crafts – The majority of our projects are focused around the holidays and theme units. Arts and Crafts projects stimulate a child’s mind to be creative. These activities also assist in the development of fine and gross motor skills. Children achieve a sense of pride and accomplishment through the development of projects. Our program is filled with hands-on learning activities as well as open-ended art activities. Open-ended art allows the child to explore the use of various materials and processes and enjoy the endless possibilities that come
Letters and Numbers – Children learn to recognize, identify, and eventually write their numbers and letters. We concentrate on one letter and number each week. During this time, many of our songs, crafts, and games focus on the letter and number of the week. We use English letter sounds, and children who speak other languages will be guided along gently until they are confident.
Specials – Specials include math, science, and star of the week activities. Math skills will focus on number recognition, counting, sequencing, patterns, charts, and addition. Science will consist of simple science experiments usually focused around the theme of the week. Star of the week activities will include show and tell, ask the star, and learn about the star of the week.
Sensory Experiences – Children are provided with a wide variety of hands on, concrete, real world sensory experiences appropriate for the child's age and stage of development. They will learn about all of their senses and how to use them.
Kindergarten Readiness – Children will be taught all the necessary skills to ensure success in kindergarten. Parents will receive a monthly progress report and newsletter so they know exactly what their toddlers and preschoolers are learning.
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