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PRESCHOOL PROGRAM
The preschool program is for children between the ages of 2 years 10 months to 4 years. In our preschool program, the activities of the day focus on the theme.
The children are introduced to Learning Centers that encompass a wide range of activities and provide opportunities for hands-on reinforcement of concepts and skills that have been introduced in a whole-group setting.
The curriculum in our preschool program will focus on the following experiences:
- Literacy
- Art
- Blocks
- Sensory (sand and water)
- Music and Movement
- Discovery (Small Group and Large Group)
- Dramatic Play
- Games (Small Group and Large Group)
- Cooking
- Gymnastics
Morning
A typical day begins at 9:00 am with the opening circle during which time the children hear a story, discuss the month, day and date. They will also practice the song of the week, finger play or poem. The morning continues with time for creative movement, snacks, learning centers, outdoor recess and lunch. The morning activities are completed by 1:00 pm and some children may leave, however the majority of the children remain all day.
7:00-8:30 am: Arrival & breakfast
8:00-9:00 am: Free Play
9:15–9:30 am: Circle Time (Story, calendar, finger play, felt board, puppets & songs)
9:30–9:45 am: Music and Movement (Music and musical instruments)
9:45–10:00 am: Hand washing and Snack
10:00–11:00 am: Learning Center Time (Art project, manipulative, blocks, play, books
11:00–11:15 am: Gross Motor Activity
11:15–11:30 am: Prepare for Lunch (Hand wash and room clean-up)
11:30–12:00 pm: Lunch
12:00–12:45 pm: Recess (outdoor if weather permitting, indoor, games, stories music)
12:45–1:00 pm: Prepare for Quite Time
After Lunch
The morning is followed by rest time or quiet time, which is from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm. At this time children may sleep, listen to music, or read. After 45 minutes of rest time they may play a table activity.
1:00–2:00 pm: Quiet Time (Everyone rests on mats, soft music played, books)
2:00–2:45 pm: Table toys and games for some children
Afternoon
The afternoon includes a snack, learning centers, outdoor recess or group game and ending circle. Learning centers make up the largest portion of the daily schedule in the classroom. Learning centers provide an opportunity for your child to develop hands-on reinforcement of concepts and skills that have been introduced in a whole-group setting. Young children learn best through active exploration and concrete experience. The experiences focused on include literacy, art, blocks, sensory (sand and water), music and movement, discovery (math and science), dramatic play, games (small and large groups), cooking, and gymnastics.
2:45–3:00 pm: Afternoon Snack
3:00–4:00 pm: Learning Centers and Free Play
4:00–4:30 pm: Recess (outdoor if weather permits, snack may be served outside)
4:30–4:45 pm: Wash hands and clean up for going home
4:45–6:00 pm: Group games, Stories, Music, Gross Motor Activities, Play Ground and Room Clean-up
Have Questions?
If you have questions regarding
our Preschool Program, please contact us directly at 248-347-6580 or
email us at mychild@sunnypointe.com and
we would be happy to discuss our program and answer any
questions you may have.
Schedule a Visit
If you would like to visit Sunny Pointe to see our programs first hand, schedule a quick visit at your convenience and allow us to show you what we have to offer your child.
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