CLASSES OFFERED

PRE-KINDERGARTEN (4 by December 2nd)

A 3-hour class, meeting three days per week, which provides opportunities for social and emotional growth while preparing the children for Kindergarten. Children will be introduced to both upper and lower case letters, numbers (1-31), recognition and printing of first name, identification of basic shapes and colors, patterning and simple addition skills. Children’s ability to cut on a line is more fully developed. Children learn that they are part of a larger group and learn such skills as turn taking, cooperation, sharing and empathy. Parents whose children have fall birthdays should consider their child’s maturity level when choosing this class or the 3-Year-Old class. Children who are old enough to attend kindergarten, but would benefit from an additional year, may enroll also.


3-YEAR-OLDS (3 by December 2nd)

A 3-hour class, twice per week, which provides opportunities to grow and develop with children of the same age. Children are encouraged to explore a variety of subject areas. Social skills are emphasized in this class where colors, shapes and numbers (1-13) are reinforced. Fine motor skills are developed through many activities that encourage a pincer grasp: scissors, drawing, play-dough, etc. Children’s independence is fostered as they master self-help skills and become more confident when separating from parents. Parents whose children have fall birthdays should consider their child’s maturity level when choosing this class or the 2-Year-Old class.


2-YEAR-OLDS (2 on or before August 31st)

A two day per week class, which begins as a 2-hour program in September and is extended to three hours in January as the children mature and develop. Goals for this class include separation from parent, learning to interact in a group, and exposure to age appropriate curriculum such as colors, shapes and numbers (1-3). Diapers OK.


PARENT-TODDLER (1 on or before August 31st)

One 2-hour session per week where there is the opportunity for new experiences without having to undergo separation from parent. Activities such as exploratory art, music, stories, play-dough and outside fun provide an opportunity for parent and child to explore new activities together.