Updated pictures of the Preschool Classroom...
Preschool Program
Preschool is the time when children explore the limits and boundaries of independence, and rules.
The preschool program here at Growing Footprints consists of one classroom which is licensed for twenty children between the ages of two years nine months and five years. Our preschool program is designed to prepare the children for Kindergarten, therefore there is more focus on following the daily routine, and incorporating additional educational areas into the chidlren's comfort zone.
The classroom contains clearly defined areas which are similar to toddlers, such as dramatic play area, art area, science area, math/manipulatices area, wet and dry sensory tables, block area, and quiet/reading area. Additionally, there is introducation to the areas which will be further explored in Kindergarten such as wood working area, writing areas, and technology with the computer. Field trips are also one advantage to the preschool program. The curriculum followed by the toddler program is The Creative Curriculum, therefore all of the activities and the weekly curriculum are created based on the children's interests.
The preschool program here at Growing Footprints consists of one classroom which is licensed for twenty children between the ages of two years nine months and five years. Our preschool program is designed to prepare the children for Kindergarten, therefore there is more focus on following the daily routine, and incorporating additional educational areas into the chidlren's comfort zone.
The classroom contains clearly defined areas which are similar to toddlers, such as dramatic play area, art area, science area, math/manipulatices area, wet and dry sensory tables, block area, and quiet/reading area. Additionally, there is introducation to the areas which will be further explored in Kindergarten such as wood working area, writing areas, and technology with the computer. Field trips are also one advantage to the preschool program. The curriculum followed by the toddler program is The Creative Curriculum, therefore all of the activities and the weekly curriculum are created based on the children's interests.
Preschool Daily Routine
7:00 am - 9:00 am: Drop off & Free Play- Hellos and exchange of information.
9:00 am - 9:15 am: Clean up - clean up the classroom and change diapers or use potty
9:15 am - 9:30 am: Snack - The center provides a morning snack.
9:30 am -10:15 am:
Group 1 - Circle time - all children gather to discuss the weather, the calendar, show and tell, read stories, recite finger plays, sing songs, dance, and partake in the question of the day
Group 2 - Gross Motor Time - Outdoors time; if weather doesn't permit, gross motor activities will be conducted indoors
10:15 am - 11:00 am:
Group 1 - Gross Motor Time - Outdoors time; if weather doesn't permit, gross motor activities will be conducted indoors.
Group 2 - Circle time - all children gather to discuss the weather, the calendar, show and tell, read stories, recite finger plays, sing songs, dance, and partake in the question of the day.
11:00 am - 11:45 am: Teacher Directed Activities - The teacher guides the children through themes-based projects.
11:45 am - 12:00 pm: Clean Up & Wash hands – Clean up all centers, wash hands, and prepare for lunch.
12:00 pm - 12:45 pm: Lunch - Children will sit down and eat together. Parents pack a lunch for their child.
12:45 pm - 1:00 pm: Bathroom & Tooth brushing - children will use the potty, brush they’re teeth, and get their nap mats ready.
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm: Rest time - children are encouraged to rest, however the children who do not nap will have the opportunity to participate in quiet activities.
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm: Wake up - Clean up rest mat, change diapers, and use potty
3:30 pm - 4:15 pm: Gross Motor Time - outdoors time; if weather doesn't permit, gross motor activities will be conducted indoors.
4:15 pm – 4:30 pm: Snack time - the center will provide an afternoon snack.
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm: Teacher Directed Activities, Free Play, & Pick Up - The teacher guides the children through themes-based projects arranged in the centers. Children can participate in free play while parents pick up their children.
9:00 am - 9:15 am: Clean up - clean up the classroom and change diapers or use potty
9:15 am - 9:30 am: Snack - The center provides a morning snack.
9:30 am -10:15 am:
Group 1 - Circle time - all children gather to discuss the weather, the calendar, show and tell, read stories, recite finger plays, sing songs, dance, and partake in the question of the day
Group 2 - Gross Motor Time - Outdoors time; if weather doesn't permit, gross motor activities will be conducted indoors
10:15 am - 11:00 am:
Group 1 - Gross Motor Time - Outdoors time; if weather doesn't permit, gross motor activities will be conducted indoors.
Group 2 - Circle time - all children gather to discuss the weather, the calendar, show and tell, read stories, recite finger plays, sing songs, dance, and partake in the question of the day.
11:00 am - 11:45 am: Teacher Directed Activities - The teacher guides the children through themes-based projects.
11:45 am - 12:00 pm: Clean Up & Wash hands – Clean up all centers, wash hands, and prepare for lunch.
12:00 pm - 12:45 pm: Lunch - Children will sit down and eat together. Parents pack a lunch for their child.
12:45 pm - 1:00 pm: Bathroom & Tooth brushing - children will use the potty, brush they’re teeth, and get their nap mats ready.
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm: Rest time - children are encouraged to rest, however the children who do not nap will have the opportunity to participate in quiet activities.
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm: Wake up - Clean up rest mat, change diapers, and use potty
3:30 pm - 4:15 pm: Gross Motor Time - outdoors time; if weather doesn't permit, gross motor activities will be conducted indoors.
4:15 pm – 4:30 pm: Snack time - the center will provide an afternoon snack.
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm: Teacher Directed Activities, Free Play, & Pick Up - The teacher guides the children through themes-based projects arranged in the centers. Children can participate in free play while parents pick up their children.
