Blue Jays / Rosebuds (4 to 6 year olds)

In the Blue Jay and Rosebud classes, the magic and wonder of childhood are protected through an approach that nurtures the young child’s healthy physical, emotional, and mental development. The kindergarten-age child learns through imitation and activity, lives in a world of imagination, and expresses him or herself largely through creative play and practical work projects.

In an atmosphere of warmth and calm we set the stage for a rhythmical cycle of activities, including:

Storytelling – to stimulate visualization, vocabulary, and memory
Free play and drama – to ignite imagination and social relationships
Games – to develop an awareness of numbers and the written word
Artistic activities – to explore color and motivate expression
Outdoor play and walks – to foster an appreciation of nature
Baking – exploring early science, math and developing practical skills
Sewing – development of small motor skills and creativity
Science – hands on exploration of nature
Music – fostering rhythm, movement, and the joy of singing
 
Here, children develop the curiosity, verbal capacities, social skills, and motor skills that are essential for later learning. The program provides the option of three, four, or five days a week.
 
These classes can be a two-year journey to ready the child for first grade and formal learning by providing a strong foundation where the teacher weaves the daily rhythm into the cycles of the year.

Blue Jay Daily Rhythm
7:45 - 9:00 Optional morning care
9:00  Arrival/Outside play
10:00  Snack
10:30  Activity
11:00 Free play
11:45  Circle/Story
12:00  Lunch
12:45 Outside play
1:00   Parent pick-up (9:00 - 1:00 program) or continue outside play
2:00 Story/Table activity/Inside play
3:15 Snack
3:30 Parent pick-up (9:00 - 3:30 program) 
3:30 Outside/Inside play
5:30 Parent pick-up (9:00 - 5:30 program)

Blue Jay Weekly Rhythm
Seasonal craft, Painting, Drawing, Baking, Handwork

Rosebud Daily Rhythm
7:45 - 9:00 Optional morning care
9:00 Arrival/Outside play
9:45 Movement circle
10:00 Snack
​10:30 Free play/table activity
11:30 Story and rest
11:45 Goodbye circle
12:00 Lunch
12:30 Outside play
1:00   Parent pick-up (9:00 - 1:00 program) or continue outside play
2:00 Story/Table activity/Inside play
3:15 Snack
3:30 Parent pick-up (9:00 - 3:30 program) 
3:30 Outside/Inside play
5:30 Parent pick-up (9:00 - 5:30 program) or extended care

Rosebud Weekly Rhythm
​Baking, Painting, Drawing, Seasonal Craft, Handwork/Games