Preschool Program
Preschool Program
For children 3 to 5 years
Our Preschool Program is designed to engage children in an inquiry-based curriculum that follows the Reggio Emilia philosophy of learning through exploration and discovery. We see each child as a one-of-a-kind learner, unique in their interests and the way that they learn.
Curriculum
Daily explorations
Where children spend time outdoors exploring and discovering the world around them. We see the environment as an important teacher in a child’s educational experience. Through nature-based play and outdoor exploration, children are encouraged to engage in the world around them and develop a respect for all life. Outdoor play time and physical activity is a significant part of our program.
Children are encouraged to partake in cooperative games, to be physically active, and to get their hands full of dirt in our garden. Our beautiful garden is a peaceful place full of life. Children will have the opportunity to learn gardening skills and grow their own flowers, fruits, herbs, and vegetables to take home. Our garden is filled with opportunities to forage, nibble little bits of bliss here and there, tuck in seedlings, get dirty, and make friends with the birds and worms that share our outdoor space.
Daily creative play
Where children have available a fun and engaging classroom environment encouraging imaginative development , positive peer interactions, and open enden play.
Daily art classes
Where children are taught art techniques and are given the opportunity to create their own unique pieces and express themselves through various art mediums, such as painting, sculpting, drawing, building, and more.
Weekly music classes,
Where children play with musical instruments, sing, learn basic music theory, and find expression through rhythm, sound, and song.
Weekly yoga and movement classes
Where children enhance their flexibility, strength, coordination, and body awareness. Through exercise, relaxation, and mindfulness, children engage in a noncompetitive physical activity that encourages self-esteem and body awareness. Our yoga classes are held at With Our Own Little Hearts Yoga Studio in Steveston Village.
Weekly academic classes
Where children engage in academic concepts and lessons such as writing, reading, math, and more. Instructors work with children in smaller groups in order to maximize the learning and development of these academic skills. These classes are meant to prepare preschoolers for kindergarten.
Weekly language classes
Where children learn French, Mandarin, and Japanese. Children will explore and learn the language of choice through games, art, interaction, lessons, songs, and more. Studies have shown that acquiring a foreign language at a young age has great cognitive benefits and creates flexibility and creativity in learning.
Enrollment
At With Our Own Two Hands Preschool and Learning Centre
Your child is eligible to attend if he or she is:
- At least 30 months of age on the date of entrance to our preschool
- Has not yet entered Kindergarten
We offer a full-week and part-time week registration option:
Full-week: Monday to Friday
3 day part-time week: Mon/Wed/Fri
2 day part-time week: Tues/Thurs