To engage and nurture each child, we offer a balance of freedom and instruction. This FC kidz early education classroom is designed as an interactive learning community, where children build skills vital to success in kindergarten, gain respect for others, and develop a strong sense of confidence.
The Pre-K program provides a focus on:
• Problem-solving
• Responsive listening
• Using language to learn
• Social and collaborative skills
Language & Literacy
Children learn letter-sound relationships, sight words and the use of critical thinking skills to make predictions.
Social-Emotional
Children learn to express feelings verbally and to act appropriately. Character education is introduced.
Creative Expression
Children identify the pitch and tempo in music, create 3D shapes from clay, and act out familiar stories in sequence.
Citizens of the World
Children identify Spanish speaking countries on the globe and learn Spanish vocabulary for food, seasons and the five senses.
Mathematics
Teachers introduce addition and subtraction, patterns, graphs, reasoning and problem-solving.
Wellness
Children practice jumping rope, using a hula hoop and accurately throwing a ball to a target.
Science & Social Studies
Children explore different species of animals, study various cultural traditions, and compare family traditions.
Digital Interactions
Children type their first and last names on the keyboard and explore changes in technology over time.