The teacher opens the classroom door and greets each child as he/she enters.  Children begin to explore the play and learning centers of their choice.  This is an opportunity to learn through free play and to develop friendship and verbal skills.

  

Children gather on the story rug for a time of large group learning and interaction.  Circle Time includes concept development, calendar and counting activities, phonics and phonemic awareness, literacy activities, vocabulary expansion, music, listening and speaking skill development, a story, and an introduction to the Center Time projects for the day.

 

At Center Time, teachers work with children at their own developmental level in small groups or individually to develop curriculum skills through hands on projects and activities.   When children have demonstrated skill mastery, teachers will challenge them at the next level of application.  When center time projects are completed, the children have another opportunity to play in the play centers of their choice.

 

As the children nourish their bodies with healthy food, they are given the opportunity to practice social skills, language skills and table etiquette.

 

Children are introduced to basic Bible truths and Christian character through Bible stories, application stories, Bible verses, and music.  These concepts are developed and reinforced throughout the preschool experience.