Pre-School Program

The Children’s Center’s Pre-School program cares for children between the ages of 2 ½ and 5. We see play as a natural medium for learning, and we strongly believe that children learn best in a well-balanced daily program of teacher directed activities and child initiated play. The day is structured according to a predictable pattern that paces the activities and takes into account the time of day and the needs of the children.

Our daily program encourages exploration, cooperation, self-discovery, the development of a positive self-esteem and a sense of oneself a successful learner. Everyday, children are involved in activities that support the healthy social, emotional, physical and cognitive development.

Teachers in this program are a team of men and women, and recruitment efforts are made to diversify age, ethnicity, skills, and lifestyles so that we have a representation in staff of the children and families we serve. We believe that children learn best through healthy relationships with caring adults so teachers strive to develop strong connections with the children in the pre-school. It is through this connection teachers can begin to teach children about the world around them and support them in their natural and exciting quest for learning!

The skills and experiences children gain while in the Children’s Center lay a solid foundation for their upcoming years in school. Children move into the After School program the summer before beginning Kindergarten.