Pre-Kindergarten

The Pre-K program is designed to challenge children’s learning in ways that are appropriate to their ability. Congruent to the belief that children learn best when their interests are the root of the learning experience, the Pre-K program experience is tailored based on careful observation and understanding of children’s current abilities and interests. Teachers and children work together in developing the curriculum and children investigate their interests through Project Approach. Children are encouraged to use different outlets to investigate and to use their creativity and imagination. As children’s vocabulary and language becomes more complex, they are eager to participate in discussions and learning collaborations. This demonstrates confidence, and conversation and engagement is strongly encouraged in the Pre-K program. Children are also encouraged to use other platforms and “languages” to communicate through art, music, dramatic play, as well as written words. By giving children multiple outlets of expression, we are teaching them that they are valued contributors to the community and encourage further love for learning. The use of different languages leads to learning logs and documentation, done by both teacher and student. While investigating their interest, children are learning important school readiness skills in literacy, math, science, and technology which prepares them for Kindergarten and beyond.