Preschool
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Available Schedules:
5 Day: Monday - Friday 3 Day: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 2 Day: Thursday Friday 9AM - 1PM *with an extended day option until 3PM 16 children ages 3-6 years old 3-4 educators at all times |
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Flow of the day:
9:00-10:00 Welcome and free play in the pasture and classroom. Teachers facilitate the transition from home to school. Children are free to choose individual or group activities, explore pre-set provocations, create in the maker space/art studio, etc.
10:00-10:20 Morning Gathering, mindfulness, and gratitude practice. This is when we come together as a community for a deep breath, check-in, and to set our intentions for the day.
10:30 Hand washing and snack. The produce for snack is provided by Clark Farm's CSA. Children will help pick, wash, prepare, and enjoy with their teachers and peers.
11-12:30 Trip into the fields, farm, and surrounding trails and forests.
12:30 Picnic lunch and story
1:00 End of the day gathering, reflection, goodbye song, and transition back to families.
Why Mixed-Aged?
We wholeheartedly believe and are supported by current research that with a qualified educators, small ratios, and an intentionally designed structure of the day, mixed-aged classrooms provide invaluable opportunities for all. Children will have the unique opportunity to lead, guide, and inspire younger peers while also developing a sense of patience and understanding of different developmental levels. A mixed-age group allows children to appreciate their own progress and develop a deep sense of community where all learners are welcome to go at their own pace and it is recognized, supported, and celebrated.
9:00-10:00 Welcome and free play in the pasture and classroom. Teachers facilitate the transition from home to school. Children are free to choose individual or group activities, explore pre-set provocations, create in the maker space/art studio, etc.
10:00-10:20 Morning Gathering, mindfulness, and gratitude practice. This is when we come together as a community for a deep breath, check-in, and to set our intentions for the day.
10:30 Hand washing and snack. The produce for snack is provided by Clark Farm's CSA. Children will help pick, wash, prepare, and enjoy with their teachers and peers.
11-12:30 Trip into the fields, farm, and surrounding trails and forests.
12:30 Picnic lunch and story
1:00 End of the day gathering, reflection, goodbye song, and transition back to families.
Why Mixed-Aged?
We wholeheartedly believe and are supported by current research that with a qualified educators, small ratios, and an intentionally designed structure of the day, mixed-aged classrooms provide invaluable opportunities for all. Children will have the unique opportunity to lead, guide, and inspire younger peers while also developing a sense of patience and understanding of different developmental levels. A mixed-age group allows children to appreciate their own progress and develop a deep sense of community where all learners are welcome to go at their own pace and it is recognized, supported, and celebrated.