Preschool Program
Our
preschool program divides children into three different age groups.
There is a separate room for the 3 year olds (the Bluebirds), the 4
year olds (the Starfish), and the 5 year olds (the Rainbowfish). Each
room has 10-12 children and one teacher in the room with the children.
Children in these rooms are building skills that will enable them to
be successful students in the school system. Many aspects of reading
and writing are the focus of children’s learning. Children gain the
ability to recognize and identify letters and numbers. The sounds of
letters become more important as well. They learn that “M” makes
a different sound than “T”. Children also learn how to write
the letters of the alphabet in both upper and lower case. They
use their first and last names as an introduction to writing, and then
learn to build more words with the letters they know how to write.
Teachers also work with children on their ability to listen to and
understand stories and songs.
Social relationships are another focus in preschool classes. Children
learn to work with their friends when resolving conflicts. They
begin to develop negotiation skills and rely less and less on teacher
interference to solve problems. Emotions and feelings become
concepts children understand, control, and manage. Teachers guide
this development and equip children with skills to work with friends
and manage emotions. They also develop true friendships with
their classmates. Children enjoy engaging in play with the children
they see every day. The close friendships they develop provide
children with a safe and secure learning environment.
Children also gain more knowledge about God and His word. During
daily Bible time, children are taught about God, His power, His love,
and the stories from the Bible. Children learn the importance
and message from each Bible story or Biblical principle. Having
daily Bible time allows children to learn all about the God that created
them and the world they live in.
Upon graduation from each room in the preschool program, parents or guardians will receive a portfolio documenting their child’s development.
