A Typical Day at the Center

Children who arrive early are offered breakfast; a mid-morning and afternoon snack are also provided.

• Group: Teachers and children gather together at least twice a day. Teachers use large group time to welcome children and build a sense of classroom community. Circle Time may also include introducing new topics, group discussion, reading books, and music and movement.
• Choice Time: Children choose areas of the classroom and materials they would like to use. Classrooms have interest areas with age appropriate materials including easels, art supplies, items for building, such as blocks and Legos, a dramatic play area with dress-up clothing, a quiet area with books and soft furniture, puzzles, and a water table where children can mix and measure. All materials are well organized, making it easy for children to tidy up after play.
• Small Group: Teachers plan activities such as cooking projects, exploration of new materials or projects related to the current Unit of Study.
• Outdoor Play: We recognize that young children need ample time for physical activity. Our children typically spend 45 minutes twice daily on our playgrounds, weather permitting.
• Lunch: Children sit in small groups with their teachers. Teachers model and encourage table manners during their meal. The Good Food Company provides us with healthy meals with plenty of variety. Meals are served “family style” allowing children to pass food and pour their own milk. Children practice turn taking in conversations and self-help skills as they serve themselves.