Programs

As the educational play date for 2-, 3- and 4-year-olds, we offer creative, compelling, play-based programs.

Schedule

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
4’s 9:15-11:45	3’s 9:15-11:45	4’s 9:15-11:45	3’s 9:15-11:45	2’s 9:30-11:00
			4’s 1:00-3:20

3’s and 4’s Program Our 3’s and 4’s programs are quite similar in structure and scope. Our day typically begins with circle time and our song. Then our children explore through free play, reconvene for a second circle time, have snack and then more play. Free Play During free play children explore various facets of learning through a free art table; adult-guided art; imaginative play and dress-up; cozy reading corner, science table, play dough, painting and drawing, puzzles and games, blocks and trains, water table and puppet theater. Second Circle Time Monthly themes guide lively discussions with the teachers about varied topics like safety, seasons, colours, weather, families, our body, holidays and health. Snack Time At snack we emphasize hygiene, manners and nutrition. Outdoor Play Our children have full use of Dunbar Memorial Park’s playground (swings, slides and climbing equipment) and the surrounding fields. On inclement days, the preschool has spacious room to set up climbing equipment, slides and other sports equipment.

2’s Program A caregiver (such as parent, nanny, grandparent) attends with the child. Pre-crawling siblings are also welcome in the 2’s class. Free Play The day begins with free play for the first 45 minutes. Activities include painting, a daily craft, water table, block building, dress-up and drawing table. Free play is followed by clean-up time. Snack Time Snack time consists of a healthy snack - usually fruits, vegetables and grains. Circle Time The day is ended with a circle time where there are songs and stories. Seasonal books and songs are included as well.