Children from 6 weeks to 5 years may be enrolled in our early childhood program. Children are grouped according to age and development with input from parents. Initial placement begins September 1 and may be adjusted as the child grows and matures. Teachers provide attentive and personal interaction with each child. Placements and teacher/child ratios are in compliance with licensing requirements.
Parents receive updates & photos throughout the day via the Procare app.
infants
Generally, infants are divided into two groups, younger (6 weeks - 6 months) and older (6-12 months). As younger infants develop and are ready, they are moved to the older infants area. A basic schedule is used including developmental activities and some curriculum. The infants are permitted to play out-side when weather is appropriate and begin eating food from the kitchen.
toddlers & twos
As infants are ready, they are moved to the toddler area which includes both younger and older toddler rooms. Toddlers enjoy the outside playground, learning centers in their rooms, building blocks and co-curricular activities such as kidercise fitness, Spanish and music. Teachers assist toddlers in learning how to deal with their feelings and emotions. Parents are encouraged to visit and share in their activities.
threes, fours & fives
Children have a busy day as they work through experiences presented in the curriculum which also incorporates Christian values and related themes. Centers of interest are provided including a center with computers incorporating games that reinforce basic skills in shapes, numbers, etc. They have the opportunity to be more involved in the co-curricular activities such as Spanish, kidercise fitness, art, and music.
Developmental Curriculum
The curriculum is centered around the provision of individual nurturing and professional care in a Christian environment. Our goal is to help children develop a strong sense of self-worth in an atmosphere conducive to learning. And, through the process of play, they learn about the world around them. Click ‘Parent Handbook’ button on the home page for additional details.
Daily Routine
Preschoolers arrive to open centers of interest in their classrooms followed by breakfast. Group time with lessons, co-curricular activities and outdoor time complete the morning. At lunch, they receive a hot well balanced meal served family style in their room. This is followed by a rest period. In the afternoon they continue with centers of interest, stories, snack time, music/art and outdoor time. Infants, toddlers and twos follow daily routines designed for their ages.
Nutrition and Meals
The preschool participates in the Child and Adult Care Food Program which provides a well –balanced breakfast, lunch and snacks for the children each day. This is included in tuition. Vegetables and fruits are a part of the menu. A monthly menu is prepared, posted and also published in the Discovery Days Newsletter, via email to parents and on the website.
