OLDER FOUR'S & YOUNG FIVES
Young Five's Pre-Kindergarten Classroom & Childcare Details
Our Preschool learning adventure begins with our weekly, thematic literature based content, supported by planned learning activities that develop critical thinking and creativity. The "Four's Classroom" has multiple learning stations outfitted with engaging and developmentally appropriate materials. The students will breakout into small groups, to meet one-on-one with an assigned teacher and to work on small group learning activities that help to provide a better sense of community within the context of the large social group. Your preschooler's assigned teacher will also compile a work sample portfolio for conferences.
Older Four's & Young Five's Program Features:
~ National Hands on Math curriculum
~ "Land of Letter People" curriculum
~ "Handwriting Without Tears" curriculum
~ Animal Alphabet Curriculum
~ Low teacher to student ratio of 1:7 to allow for more individual attention
~ Scheduled field trips and special guest appearances
~ Parents are given assessments and are encouraged to inquire about progress throughout the year
Young Five's & Older Four's Classroom Options:
5-Days a week:
Monday - Friday from 9:00 - 3:00pm
Prerequisite: Age 5 by April 1st
***THE LEARNING EXPRESS RUNS SEPT 5 - MAY 31. WE CAN BE YEAR-ROUND CHILDCARE, IF NEEDED. REGISTER FOR CAMP MIRAGE DURING THE SUMMER.
Need to drop off your little one early or pick up late? We offer early drop off options (starts at 8:30am daily) and late afternoon pick up options (open until 5:30pm daily).
Young Five's Classroom Schedule
Circle Time – large group time welcome, calendar, weather, counting, letter of the week, theme, songs, books, technology
Center Time – teacher-directed rotating stations including fine motor activities, science experiments, math manipulatives, art projects, reading and writing
Snack and Story Time
Open Play
Morning Recess
Lunch Time
Specialized academics - science, math, reading writing
Afternoon Recess/Organized team sports - a rotating variety of introductory sports (indoor or outdoor) including soccer, t-ball, basketball, gaga ball, and backyard sports. These are intended to be gross motor exercises and not intense sports. This is where we focus on the importance of teamwork in a community!
Canteen and Music/Party Time - kiddos get to visit our canteen (snack bar) to pick out a healthy snack (included in tuition). Expect a daily music and dance party!
Camp Choices - rotating schedule of age-appropriate camp activities that encourage socialization and community building. Check out Camp Mirage Junior Camps to see our huge selection of resources. Examples include projects/activities within the following themes: Animal Planet, JR Scientists, Dinosaurs, Under the Sea, Detective and Mystery, Lego Builders, Disney, Beach Party, Fantasy Fun and so much more!
