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Preschool Program

The year the questions start — and we chase every one of them.

Ages
3 – 4 years
Group size
1 teacher for every 10 children
Hours
7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
The preschool classroom door, decorated by the children, open onto the room

What to expect

Inside our preschool room

Our Preschool classroom is a warm, welcoming space where children ages 3–4 learn, explore, and build independence through play. Each day includes hands-on activities that support language, social-emotional, cognitive, and motor development. Through teacher-guided learning and child-led exploration, we help children build confidence and the skills they need for their next step.

Learning that feels like play

Letters, sounds, numbers, counting, patterns, and name writing are woven into stories, games, projects, and everyday moments — so learning feels natural, not drilled.

Independence is part of the curriculum

From putting on shoes to cleaning up, serving themselves, and solving small problems, children are encouraged to do more for themselves — with teachers there to support them.

Big feelings, big learning

We help children name their feelings, practice calming strategies, and learn to solve problems with others. Social-emotional skills are part of every day.

A Day in the Life

How the day flows

A rhythm, not a rigid timetable.

Morning

  1. 7:30 – 9:00 AM

    Arrival and morning exploration

  2. 9:00 – 9:35 AM

    Classroom jobs and responsibilities, circle time

  3. 9:35 – 10:00 AM

    Teacher-guided learning and centers

  4. 10:00 – 10:30 AM

    Bathroom and handwashing, morning snack

  5. 10:30 – 11:00 AM

    Lesson-based learning

  6. 11:00 – 11:30 AM

    Small-group activities

  7. 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM

    Outdoor play

Afternoon

  1. 12:15 – 12:30 PM

    Bathroom, handwashing, and lunch preparation

  2. 12:30 – 1:00 PM

    Lunch, bathroom, and handwashing

  3. 1:00 – 3:00 PM

    Rest and nap

  4. 3:00 – 3:30 PM

    Wake-up and bathroom, afternoon snack

  5. 3:30 – 4:00 PM

    Free play

  6. 4:00 – 5:30 PM

    Bathroom and handwashing, afternoon recess, pick-up

The Space

Our preschool classroom

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