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Preschool Program
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Preschool Program
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| The Preschool program is built upon child-centred and culturally sensitive principles. It uses a structured play approach to foster holistic development and to build foundations for language and learning skills. The Preschool has an open door policy and welcomes family participation. As well as the classroom program, a number of parent-child events and home visits are offered. Regular parent-teacher potluck meetings provide opportunities to share a meal in a social setting and to take part in topics of interest. | ||||
Our curriculum is based on the belief that children learn best when they are actively engaged in planning, following through and reflecting on their activities in a stimulating and supportive environment. Important aspects of the curriculum are daily routine, stories, music, conversations, problem-solving and opportunities to make choices. In order ensure a high quality, effective preschool program, the ELC employs well qualified staff and maintains low staff/child ratios. Preschool staff work in partnership: a team composed of a qualified teacher (with a specialization in early childhood) works with a paraprofessional. A staff/child ration of 1:6 is maintained. Staff training and program evaluation occur throughout the program year. |
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| "What
I've noticed and admired about the children at the Early Learning
Centre is that after being immersed in the program they develop a sense
of ownership and authority over their environment." Learning materials such as sand, water, paint and clay are critical elements in an effective early childhood learning environment as they promotes scientific awareness and a respect for nature. Parents are encouraged to share their hobbies and work skills with the children in the classroom. |
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Other program components include:
Enrollment is 96 children |
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