Pre-Kindergarten

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Pre-Kindergarten

This is a time of expression and growth. Can I figure it out? Who can help? What do I know? Confidence builds, social interaction increases, and problem-solving evolves. Pre-K teachers weave creativity and literacy into the day. Through hands-on activities, group learning, and extended playtime, teachers spark curiosity, encourage independence, and prepare young minds with the beginning basics of math, science, and writing.

The Peppermint Tree graduate is ready for kindergarten and beyond.

Children must be 4 years old by October 1 of the school year.

    • The morning begins with Drop-offs & Good Mornings. Everyone settles in with Free Playtime and Morning Snack at 8:30 AM.

    • After Snack, it’s time for Circle Time and Morning Jobs, followed by an hour of free choice.

    • At 11:00 AM, it’s time to clean up and go outside to play, practice gross motor skills, and explore the gardens.

    • 11:30 is Lunch, followed by personal expression in individual journals.

    • Then it’s back outdoors until afternoon Snack at 2:30 PM.

    • The day ends with Pick-ups, See Ya Laters & Free Play

  • The two Pre-K Indoor Classrooms include interest areas, such as dramatic play, music, discovery, writing, blocks, art, and more. Plus there is a library filled with books and a cozy corner to rest and feel calm. A visual schedule helps young children learn routines.

    Children in Pre-K visit the Outdoor Classroom where we practice Circle Time sitting on logs and have a tree for shade on sunny days.

    The expansive Outdoor Area includes playground equipment, a sandbox, balls, toys, and outdoor learning interest centers. Children can run and play or sit under the big trees to relax and read a book or draw. And going outside, almost always means a chance to explore the gardens.

    • outdoor play

    • garden exploration

    • sensory experiences

    • art

    • science

    • storytime

    • early math & literacy skills

    • writing

    • journaling & personal expression

    • kindergarten readiness activities

    • shared & individual classroom responsibilities

    • music & movement

    • gross and fine motor activities

    • small and whole group activities

    • extended free playtime

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