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Curriculum

Explore our play-based curriculum, daily routines, monthly themes, and healthy snack menu.

Curriculum Daily Schedule Monthly Themes Snack Menu
Our Philosophy

Learning Through Play and Exploration

Our engaging, play-based preschool curriculum sparks curiosity through hands-on exploration and joyful learning, building a strong foundation for confidence, independence, and future academic success.

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Language Activities

Range from naming ordinary objects to writing; phonics awareness, writing at a pace aligned with reading skills.

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Mathematics Tasks

Involve learning to count and sort objects, experiencing the decimal system, numeration and place values.

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Sensorial Materials

Focus on the exploration of geometric concepts such as dimensions, sizes, shapes and understanding of our world.

Practical Life

Experiences offer daily living exercises that are designed to foster independence, emotional, and physical development.

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Culture & Geography

Exposure introduces children to the rich diversity of the world with art, music, and traditions from different cultures.

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Art Activities

Provide children with venues for self-expression while studying the techniques and styles of great artists.

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Music & Movement

Give children early exposure to the performing arts, get children to dance and sing and express themselves.

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STEAM

Hands-on projects that foster creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills through science and technology.

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Outdoor Activities

Running, climbing, nature exploration, imaginative play, creativity, and gross motor skill building exercises.

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Nature & Science

Exploring the natural world through observation, experiments, and hands-on discovery of plants, animals, and weather.

Sample Daily Routine

Our day is thoughtfully structured to balance active play, focused learning, rest, and creative exploration.

Arrival/Departure
Learning
Meals & Snacks
Active Play
Rest
Creative
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7:00 AM

Arrival & Free Play

Children arrive and ease into the day with self-directed play activities.

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8:00 AM

Outdoor Play

Morning outdoor time for fresh air, movement, and active play.

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9:00 AM

Circle Time & Morning Meeting

We gather for songs, calendar, weather, and introduce the day's theme.

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9:30 AM

Learning Centers & Activities

Hands-on activities at various stations - literacy, math, science, and sensory.

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10:30 AM

Morning Snack

Nutritious snack time with opportunities for conversation and social skills.

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11:00 AM

Outdoor Play

Active play on the playground - running, climbing, and gross motor development.

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12:00 PM

Lunch Time

Family-style lunch together (lunch provided by parents).

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12:30 PM

Rest Time / Quiet Activities

Nap time for younger children; quiet activities like puzzles or reading for older ones.

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2:30 PM

Afternoon Snack

A light snack to energize for the afternoon activities ahead.

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3:00 PM

Art, Music & Special Activities

Creative expression through art projects, music, movement, or themed activities.

4:00 PM

Outdoor Play & Free Choice

More outdoor time and child-directed play as families begin pickup.

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5:00 PM

Indoor Free Play, Music & Story Reading

Wind down with quiet indoor activities, music, and storytime.

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6:00 PM

See You Tomorrow!

School closes for the day. We can't wait to see everyone again!

Monthly Learning Themes

Each month brings new adventures and learning opportunities through our carefully planned curriculum themes.

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September

All About Me & My Family

Children explore their identity, family traditions, and what makes each person special.

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October

Fall Harvest & Pumpkins

Discovering the changing seasons, harvest time, and autumn celebrations.

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November

Gratitude & Community Helpers

Learning about thankfulness and the people who help our community.

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December

Winter Wonderland & Holidays

Celebrating winter and learning about diverse holiday traditions.

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January

New Beginnings & Winter Animals

Exploring animals that thrive in winter and setting goals for the new year.

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February

Friendship & Kindness

Building social skills and understanding the importance of being a good friend.

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March

Weather & Spring Begins

Observing weather patterns and welcoming the spring season.

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April

Growing Things & Gardens

Planting seeds, learning about plants, and understanding how things grow.

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May

Bugs, Butterflies & Nature

Discovering insects and the fascinating world of nature around us.

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June

Ocean & Summer Fun

Exploring ocean life and getting ready for summer adventures.

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July

Transportation & Travel

Learning about different ways people travel and explore the world.

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August

Back to School & Dinosaurs

Preparing for the new school year while discovering prehistoric creatures.

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