Programs

My Program follows the British Columbia Early Learning Framework, while including a flexible daily routine. Our day may or may not include circle time and follow a 10 month curriculum from The Preschool Palace.

Meeting Children's Needs

Social needs

Children interact with peers and adults; they learn to function as a group member and learn appropriate social behavior through self-directed activities.

Physical needs

Children are given the opportunity to use a variety of physical skills in the gross motor and fine motor center. The program ensures the child has the opportunity for adequate nutrition and rest as required. I provide a healthy and safe environment through extensive and observant supervision to ensure safe play.

Intellectual needs

Children are given the opportunity to explore, observe, to know and understand objects and events in their environment. They are given every opportunity to develop language skills, both in the use of words and in the skill of listening. These are integrated with the development of social, discovery, dramatic play and manipulative toys.

Creative needs

Children are given the opportunity for creative expression, creative problem solving, invention, discovery and experimentation with water, art, science, discovery, music, dramatic play and manipulative toys.

Emotional needs

Children are respected as individual and unique beings. They are encouraged to develop independence, to take initiative to express their anger appropriately and to cope with frustrations; By emulating staff role modeling, children learn to become affectionate and caring

Daily Schedule

Infant / Toddler

7:30 AM - 8:30 Am | Arrival and Free Play:

Children arrive, wash hands, and settle in with quiet toys, puzzles, or books.

8:30 AM - 9:00 AM | Morning Circle Time:

A group gathering for a welcome song, calendar review, weather talk, and story time.

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM | Morning Snack:

Wash hands and enjoy a healthy morning snack and water.

9:30 AM - 10:45 AM | Outdoor / Active Play:

Gross-motor play outside, running, riding, climbing, jumping, or sensory exploration.

10:45 AM - 11:00 AM | Transition & Cleanup:

Return indoors, use the restroom or change diapers, and wash hands for lunch.

11:00 AM - 11:45 AM | Lunch Time:

Sit together for a balanced midday meal.

11:45 AM - 12:00 PM | Transition to Rest:

Quiet cleanup, diaper changes, and restroom breaks.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM | Nap / Quiet Rest Time:

Napping for younger children or quiet activities (reading, listening to soft music or toonie box) for non-nappers (4 1/2 years old and over)

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM | Wake-Up & Afternoon Snack:

Gentle waking, diaper/restroom routine, and an afternoon snack.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM | Guided Activities or Centers:

Art, building blocks, sensory play, or structured group games.

3:30 PM - 4:00 PM | Outdoor / Free Play & Departure:

Wrap up projects, pack bags, do final outdoor or indoor free play, and greet parents at pickup.