OUR PROGRAMS
SEEDLINGS PROGRAM
6 WEEKS - 11 MONTHS
The Seedlings program serves infants who are 6 weeks – 11 months. The class is designed to provide a safe, nurturing environment that fosters each child's emotional and physical growth. Our knowledgeable staff is trained in age-appropriate activities and milestones that your baby needs.
KEY FEATURES
Ratio: Our infant room has a ratio of 1:3, which ensures that each child receives individual attention and care.
Schedule: Each little one has their own eating and sleeping schedule, and we cater to each child's needs while providing stimulating interaction.
Stimulating Environment: We provide a stimulating environment that encourages exploration and learning. Our infant program is designed to make each little one feel safe, secure, and loved.
Continuity Care: Our teachers build a trusting relationship between the infant and their family, which helps the infant feel secure and comfortable in the classroom.
Overall, our infant room is a supportive "home away from home" for our little ones, where they can learn, grow, and thrive.
Pine’s Learning center provides all milk, meals, and baby wipes for this classroom.
SPROUTS PROGRAM
12 MONTHS - 23 MONTHS
The Sprouts classroom enhances and supports the development of children aged 12-23 months. Our
teachers provide a safe and stimulating environment that encourages exploration, play, and social
interaction.
KEY FEATURES
Physical Development
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Time for walking, climbing, and dancing.
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Playing with puzzles, blocks, stacking and nesting toys, and lacing materials to develop fine moto skills.
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Sand and water play, as well as other sensory activities, with close supervision.
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Shape or color sorting toys.
Cognitive Development
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Puzzles, shape sorters, trains, and blocks to build small motor skills.
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Books, pattern making materials, matching, and interlocking toys that can be taken apart and put
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back together.
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Matching cards and smelling jars.
Language Development
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Expand on children's words, play word games, read, sing, and use gestures to communicate.
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Flannel board stories, records, tapes, and nursery rhymes.
Social and Emotional Development
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Imaginary play opportunities, such as dolls, toy kitchens, and dress-up clothes.
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Parent discussion with a parent educator.
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Small class size with a low student-to-teacher ratio.
Health and Safety
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Provide a clean and well-maintained environment.
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Follow proper hygiene practices, including regular handwashing and sanitizing of toys and surfaces.
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Ensure that all children are up to date on their immunizations.
Pine’s Learning center provides all milk, meals, and baby wipes for this classroom.
PINE-O-NEERS PROGRAM
23 MONTHS - 35 MONTHS
The Seedlings room is specifically designed to enhance the development of children aged 23-35 months old. This classroom serves as a foundation for their transition to the high-level learning Pre-K 3 classroom.
KEY FEATURES
Age-Appropriate Curriculum: Our curriculum is tailored to the unique needs and abilities of toddlers, focusing on their cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
Structured Schedule: Our Pine-O-Neers thrive on routine, so we provide a structured schedule that includes a balance of active play, quiet time, group activities, and individual exploration.
Transition Activities: We incorporate transition activities to help toddlers navigate between different tasks and locations, such as using fun songs, transition objects, and larger objects for group transitions.
Learning Centers: Our classroom is divided into various learning centers, including a home center, quiet area, art area, and sensory area, to promote independent exploration and learning.
Fine and Gross Motor Skills Development: We offer age-appropriate activities that help toddlers develop their fine and gross motor skills, such as puzzles, building blocks, and outdoor play equipment.
Socialization Opportunities: Our toddlers have plenty of opportunities to interact with their peers, learning important social skills such as sharing, taking turns, and problem-solving.
Parent Communication: We maintain open and regular communication with parents, providing updates on their child's progress, upcoming events, and ways to support their child's development at home.
By providing a nurturing and stimulating environment, our Pine-O-Neers room prepares children for the next stage of their educational journey, setting them up for success in the Pre-K 3 classroom.
Pine’s Learning center provides all milk, meals, and baby wipes for this classroom.
LITTLE LEARNERS PRE-K PROGRAM
3 YEARS - 4 YEARS OLD
The Pre-K 3 classroom in our Little Learners Program utilizes the Frog Street Bilingual curriculum, a comprehensive and research-based program that integrates instruction across developmental domains and early learning disciplines. This curriculum is designed to be engaging, celebrate the joy of learning, and meet the unique needs of three-year-olds.
KEY FEATURES
Engaging and Joyful Learning: We create a positive and exciting learning environment that fosters a love for learning and exploration.
Flexible Framework: Our Pre-K curriculum offers simple lesson plans with a flexible framework, allowing teachers to adapt the curriculum to meet the needs and interests of their students.
Developmental Domains Integration: We integrate instruction across various developmental domains, including cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development, to provide a well-rounded learning experience for our students.
Kindergarten Readiness: Our curriculum is designed to prepare students for the next stage of their educational journey, aligning with kindergarten readiness standards.
Structured Schedule: We provide a structured schedule that includes a balance of teacher-led activities, small group work, independent exploration, and outdoor play, to promote a well-rounded learning experience.
Learning Centers: Our classroom is divided into various learning centers, each offering hands-on activities and materials that support the development of key skills and concepts.
By implementing the Frog Street Bilingual curriculum, our Pre-K 3 classroom offers a high-quality and engaging learning experience that prepares students for future academic success while celebrating the joy of learning.
**Pine’s Learning center provides all meals for this classroom.
LITTLE LEARNERS KINDER PREP PROGRAM
4 YEARS - 5 YEARS OLD
Our Kinder Prep classroom is designed to focus on kindergarten readiness, preparing children for a smooth and successful transition to the next stage of their educational journey.
KEY FEATURES
Kindergarten Readiness Skills: Our curriculum focuses on the skills and abilities that children should know and be able to do when they start kindergarten, including health and physical skills, social and emotional development, language skills, approaches to learning, and general knowledge.
Whole Child Approach: We take a whole child approach to kindergarten readiness, looking at all the skills and strengths each child has developed, rather than just isolated academic skills.
Structured Schedule: Our Kinder Prep classroom provides a structured schedule that includes a balance of teacher-led activities, small group work, independent exploration, and outdoor play, to promote a well-rounded learning experience.
Learning Centers: Our classroom is divided into various learning centers, each offering hands-on activities and materials that support the development of key skills and concepts.
Parent Communication: We maintain open and regular communication with parents, providing updates on their child's progress, upcoming events, and ways to support their child's development at home.
Individualized Instruction: We provide individualized instruction to meet the unique needs and abilities of each child, ensuring that they are prepared for the next stage of their educational journey.
Kindergarten Readiness Checklist: We use a kindergarten readiness checklist to ensure that each child is meeting the necessary skills and abilities for a successful transition to kindergarten.
By focusing on kindergarten readiness, our Kinder Prep classroom provides a strong foundation for children's future academic success, setting them up for a smooth and successful transition to kindergarten.
Pine’s Learning center provides all meals for this classroom.
“Children learn as they play. Most importantly, in play children learn how to learn. ”
~ O. Fred Donaldson