Pre-School
Ages: 2.5 years to 4.5 years
Our preschool classes prepare children for future learning by providing a foundation and an early love of learning, socialization, and fun!
The Bumblebees (2.5 to 3.5 years) and Dragonflies (3.5 to 4.5 years) are grouped together based on the year that they will enter Kindergarten, making each class an inclusive mix of children of all abilities.
Time
7AM - 6PM
Pre-School Staff
Our preschool staff is a dedicated group of caring, experienced educators who create a safe and engaging space where children can grow, learn, and thrive. With a deep understanding of early childhood development, they nurture each child's curiosity and individuality through play-based learning.
We’re more than teachers — we’re partners in your child’s early learning journey.
Ms. Yvette
Preschool, Bumblebees Class sinceNovember 2018
Ms. Criss
Pre-School, Bumblebees Class since April 2020
7:00 am – 8:00 am
Drop-off & Health Check/ Free Choice Learning Centers
8:00 am – 9:00 am
Outside Play/ Gross Motor Activities
9:00 am – 9:30 am
Handwashing & Morning Snack
9:30 am – 9:50 am
Teacher-led Morning Circle (includes Music & Movement)
9:50 am – 10:45 am
Learning Centers / Small Group Instruction
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Outside Play / Gross Motor Activities
11:30 am – 12:00 pm
Bathroom Break & Quiet reading (get ready for lunch)
12:00 pm – 12:45 pm
Handwashing & Lunch
12:45 pm – 1:00 pm
Clean up for Rest time
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Rest Time
3:00 pm – 3:10 pm
Quiet playtime & toileting / diapering
3:10 pm – 3:30 pm
Afternoon snack
3:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Child-Directed Learning Centers / Small Group Instruction
4:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Teacher-led Afternoon Circle
4:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Outside Play / Gross Motor Activities
5:00 pm – 5:30 pm
Free Choice Learning Centers
5:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Manipulatives / Parent Pickup
FAQs About Our
Pre-School Program
What is the monthly tuition?
Monthly tuition is broken down by age groups and abilities/special needs. Please allow our program director to discuss rates with your family. Tuition is due monthly by the 1st day of the month in which your child will be enrolled at Emerson Academy. There is a 10% sibling discount, applied to the tuition of the oldest child. Part-time options are available for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years.
What would I need to bring for my child daily/weekly?
Daily Needs (Please label everything with your child’s first name and last initial): • Water bottle (Please bring a clean bottle of freshwater daily) • Nap items (blanket, pillow, etc.) can be left at school or taken home daily • 2 changes of clothes (season-appropriate) • Diapers/pull-ups and wipes for potty-training children • Non-aerosol Sunscreen for outside play (weather permitting) • Non-aerosol insect repellant (if you would like for us to apply)
Do you do any enrichment activities?
Daily Communication about your child’s day will be sent through sent through Brightwheel. We strive to maintain open communication with parents and welcome your comments and questions.
Have more questions?
What is The Creative Curriculum®
Emerson Academy utilizes The Creative Curriculum® for Preschool, a comprehensive, research-based curriculum, which features exploration and discovery as a way of learning, enabling children to develop confidence, creativity, and lifelong critical-thinking skills. This curriculum was chosen because it focuses on the skills and knowledge that are most important for helping your child to be successful in school. The Creative Curriculum® for Preschool is based on 38 objectives for development and learning that focus on all of the areas that are most important for school success. Throughout the year, our curriculum helps teachers plan learning experiences that are just right for your child so that they can make progress at their own pace.
