Pre-Kindergarten
In the Pre-Kindergarten classroom, our main goal is strong preparation for kindergarten and the challenges of the world ahead of them. We work on following directions, age appropriate socialization and problem solving skills. We operate on a theme based learning approach that incorporates math, science, reading, writing and social studies. The children work on number recognition, counting, patterning, addition, subtraction, deductive reasoning, and many other math concepts. We also practice writing skills, phonics, word recognition, holding a pencil the proper way, reading and writing simple sentences.
Pre-Kindergarten Schedule
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 7:00 AM – 8:45 AM | Arrival, Handwashing, Breakfast & Free Play |
| 8:45 AM – 9:00 AM | Clean Up Time |
| 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM | Hand Washing & Snack Time / Quiet Reading |
| 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM | Morning Meeting – We will enjoy a morning meeting where we will practice breathing techniques, sing “Start the Day” song and read the interactive morning message while practicing phonics. As a group we will discuss the weather, calendar and the days of the week/ months of the year. We will sing songs in English, Spanish and ALS ( American Sign Language). |
| 10:00 AM – 10:50 AM |  |
| 10:50 AM – 11:35 AM | Outside Play |
| 11:35 AM – 2:00 PM | Lunch & Rest Time |
| 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM | Handwashing & Snack Time |
| 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM | Math – We will learn about a variety of math topics ranging from the recognition and counting to addition and subtraction, as well as an introduction to geometric shapes, boards and cubes as we work in both groups and on an individual basis. |
| 3:00 PM – 3:20 PM | Afternoon Lesson – See Weekly Curriculum For Details |
| 3:20 PM – 4:00 PM | Outside Play |
| 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM | Story Time |
| 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM | Play Centers |
| 5:00 PM – 5:15 PM | Books on CD/ Teacher Directed Activities |
| 5:15 PM – 6:00 PM | Free Play/ Pick Up |