PRESCHOOL CURRICULUM
Our curriculum consists of child-directed play supported by teachers and learning experiences based on themes and children's interests that are introduced each week. Themes invite children to explore new ideas across curriculum areas- i.e. music, art, dramatic play, storytelling, sensory, games, books, science, dance, movement- which brings learning to life. Instead of having a day of disjointed activities, themes organize new information around a unified context, resulting in a growing knowledge web. By engaging in all sorts of experiences that allow for exploring, discovering, practicing and mastering skills in a safe and supportive space, children develop competence in the following areas:
- social & emotional: manage feelings and behaviors, make friends, play with others, take care of own needs, share, take turns, cooperate and participate in group situations
- cognitive: problem solving, imaginative thinking, and persistence
- language & literacy: comprehension, vocabulary, phonological awareness, print knowledge, letter/word recognition, reading comprehension, emergent writing
- math: number sense, shapes, classification, sequencing, space, time, science
- fine motor: manipulating materials, using drawing/writing tools
- gross motor: build strength and balance; coordinate large movements
- the arts: music, dance & movement, visual arts, drama
- science: inquiry, observation, predicting, exploring, identifying, classifying
- social studies: learn about self, how people live, geography.
3-K
A few of our preschool spots are reserved for 3-K. Families of eligible 3-K children must apply through the Department of Education (DOE) who makes offers to families. Generally, 2 year olds already in our program move into our 3-K spots as DOE gives preference to current students. Learn more about 3-K here: https://www.schools.nyc.gov/enrollment/enroll-grade-by-grade/3k .
The 3-K school schedule is 8:00am to 2:20pm and it is free. We offer afterschool from 2:20-5:00pm and childcare on days DOE is closed to extend learning and social opportunities for your child.
The 3-K school schedule is 8:00am to 2:20pm and it is free. We offer afterschool from 2:20-5:00pm and childcare on days DOE is closed to extend learning and social opportunities for your child.
