At Encourage Me Preschool, we believe that children learn best when they are having fun! We incorporate literacy, math, science, gross and fine motor skills, and art to offer a well-rounded, age-appropriate learning experience. We follow the Utah Education Network's Early Childhood Core Standards, so that your child will enter Kindergarten with a solid foundation of learning skills. Each of our classes will include:
- Weekly themes based on the core areas of Self, Community, Science & Nature, and Seasons. Themes include Dinosaurs, Cooking, 5 Senses, Art & Music, Animal Habitats, and many more!
- Art experiences and projects that explore different styles and mediums.
- Daily writing and pre-reading activities, focusing on letter recognition and sounds, as well as spelling and writing their name (introduced in 3's and emphasized in 4's).
- Focus on shapes and colors
- Learning stations, including Reading, Dramatic Play, Math, Music, Sensory Table, and more. Stations are designed to complement the weekly theme, as well as enhance fine motor skills
- Social skills development, including sharing, taking turns, raising hands, and respecting others
- Take-Home-Reading program for children who are assessed as ready-to-read (4's class only)
In addition to all that learning, we also include some fun!
- Daily snack time to replenish their energy stores and teach a few manners, too!
- Show-and-Tell
- Student Spotlights
- Birthday celebrations
- Class parties to celebrate Halloween, Christmas, and Valentine's Day
Curriculum and learning activities are adapted from several programs, including Learning Dynamics 4 Weeks to Read, SnapWords, Kindness Curriculum, and others.
Field Trips
All costs associated with field trips are covered by your registration fee.
Learning Portfolios
Throughout the year, we will compile a Learning Portfolio for your child. Their portfolio will include an ABC book, pictures, and a sampling of your child's work. This will be presented to them at their graduation ceremony at the end of the school year.