2s Program
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Our 2s program is guided with the understanding that most of these children will be experiencing separation from a parent/caregiver for the very first time. We support children into a gradual transition towards independent play and socialization. Our highly experienced and dedicated teachers provide a warm and friendly environment for the children to experience what “school” is all about. We focus on building trust, a love of school, independence, and being part of a community.
A typical day includes free play, circle time, indoor playground, outdoor playground (weather permitting), various arts and crafts, cooking, singing and snack time. Parents may choose a three or five day a week program. Following a gradual introductory period in which the length of the school day increases each week, the typical school day runs from 9:15 am to 11:45 am. Each class is run by a head teacher with at least an undergraduate or associates degree in early childhood education or many years of experience in a daycare center environment, plus at least one qualified assistant. Children in these classes must turn 2-years-old on or before December 1 of that school year. |
3s Program
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The three’s is an important year in a child’s development. Parallel play gives way to more cooperative play,. language and communication skills improve and the children are becoming more physically adept. As a result, our program for three-year-olds is our most structured year where we encourage participation in all areas of the classroom. The school day runs from 9:00 am to 11:45 am and parents may choose a three, four or five day a week program. Each class is run by an accredited head teacher, plus at least one qualified assistant.
Three-year-olds may elect to stay for our Afternoon Enrichment program, but must be toilet trained to participate in this additional program. Children in these classes must turn 3-years-old on or before December 31 of that school year. |
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4s Program
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Our 4s program builds on the confidence and enthusiasm that is typical of this age group and fosters even greater independence among the children by stressing self-care skills, gross and fine motor abilities, socialization, love of school, positive self-esteem and numerous other activities that prepare them for entering kindergarten the following year.
Parents may chose from two different schedules: (i) five mornings a week, from 9:00 am to 11:45 am or (ii) two full days from 8:45 am to 2:15 pm and 3 half-days from 8:45 am to 11:45 am. All 4s classes are run by a head teacher with a Masters degree in Education, plus at least one qualified assistant. Children in these classes should be completely toilet trained and must turn 4-years old on or before December 31 of that school year. |