Pre-School Curriculum

Language - The Language area begins with exercises in listening and oral development.  The students are introduced to the sandpaper letters , from which they learn both sound and symbol.  The metal insets prepare the student for holding a pencil and writing.  Additional activities include; word building (spelling), reading, grammar and creative writing.

Math - The student physically manipulates the math materials giving them a concrete introduction to math.  Rods, spindles and colored beads are used.  The student gains a thorough understanding of numbers, symbols, sequence, operations and memorization of basic facts.

Practical Life - The practical life exercises lay the foundation for all other work.  The student develops concentration skills, muscular coordination, attention to detail and organization skills.  Through completing these tasks care of self, care of environment and grace and courtesy are gained.  Such activities include; pouring, transferring and polishing.

Sensorial - The Sensorial materials allow the student to explore sizes, dimensions, grading and sequencing.  The materials refine the child's sense of sight, sound, touch, taste and smell.

Geography - The geography materials are exciting and enriching to the young child.  The parts of the Earth (land, air and water) are introduced.  The student learns different locations of continents, countries ect.  Cultural celebrations and studies allow the student to think about the world around them.

History - The student is introduced to seasons, days of the week, months of the year, telling time and time lines.

Science (Botany, Zoology, Others) - The Science materials allow the student to observe, experiment and demonstrate.   They help teach the student cause and affect.  Activities include; sink/float, magnetic/non-magnetic, living/non-living, and plant/animal sorting.