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Preschool and Pre-K
Preschool Overview
Preschool Program (3 Years - 4 Years)
Our Preschool Program offers a natural continuation of the learning and growth that begins in our nursery and toddler classrooms. As children enter this stage, they are ready for a more focused and intentional approach to early education—one that nurtures independence, confidence, and a love of learning.
✏️ Fine Motor & Early Writing Skills
Children strengthen their small motor skills through hands‑on activities such as:
• Cutting with scissors
• Coloring with crayons
• Painting with brushes
• Manipulating play dough
Daily handwriting practice supports proper letter and number formation, preparing children for future writing success.
🏃 Gross Motor Development
Large motor skills are enhanced through:
• Daily exercise and movement
• Music and dance activities
• Structured and unstructured physical play
These experiences help children build coordination, balance, and body awareness.
🎶 A Rich, Engaging Curriculum
Throughout the year, children explore a wide range of learning activities, including:
• Music and creative arts
• Beginning phonics
• Months of the year and days of the week
• Weather and seasonal concepts
• Story time and early literacy
• Sequencing and problem‑solving
• Age‑appropriate computer skills
• And many more hands‑on learning experiences
Each lesson introduces new concepts while reinforcing previously taught skills, ensuring steady, meaningful progress.
👥 Small Learning Groups
Children are placed into small learning groups to support individualized attention, encourage participation, and create optimal learning environments.
📝 Progress Reports
Parents receive progress reports twice a year, offering a clear picture of their child’s growth in academic, social, emotional, and motor development.
Pre-K Overview
Pre‑K Program (4 Years - 5 Years)
Our Pre‑K classroom is thoughtfully designed to help children build the academic and social skills they need for a smooth and successful transition into kindergarten. With a balance of structured learning, hands‑on exploration, and joyful classroom experiences, children grow into confident, curious learners.
Experienced, Certified Pre‑K Teacher
Our Pre‑K teacher is fully certified and stays current with all state requirements. Ongoing professional development and yearly workshops ensure that teaching practices remain fresh, effective, and aligned with early‑childhood best practices.
A Strong Academic Foundation
Children engage in a curriculum that blends review, reinforcement, and new learning. Instruction is tailored to both advanced learners and children who are new to Pre‑K concepts. Daily learning includes:
• Letter and number recognition
• Early reading readiness
• Letter sounds and phonics
• Word recognition
• Math concepts
• Writing and listening skills
• Hands‑on learning activities
Enrichment That Inspires Creativity
Our Pre‑K program offers a wide variety of enrichment experiences that support whole‑child development:
• Art projects
• Music
• Spanish
• Story time
• Show and Tell
• Physical education
• Games and interactive activities
These experiences help children express themselves, build confidence, and develop strong social skills.
Progress You Can See
Families receive progress reports twice a year, along with a comprehensive end‑of‑year evaluation. Our students consistently enter Kindergarten well‑rounded, well‑adjusted, and academically prepared.
Our Goal at Educare
We want each child to see education as a positive and enjoyable part of their lives. As they prepare for kindergarten, we nurture their confidence, independence, and love of learning—setting the stage for a bright academic future.
- New Years Eve
- New Years Day
- MLK (Civil Rights Day)
- President's Day
- Memorial Day
- 4th of July
- Labor Day
- Columbus Day
- Juneteenth
- Thanksgiving
- Day after Thanksgiving
- Christmas Eve
- Christmas Day