Pre-K 4s

The 4s class follows an integrated curriculum that emphasizes self-expression, creativity, observation, experimentation and cooperation. In preparation for kindergarten, the class fosters the confidence and adaptability needed to thrive in a classroom setting. To help students interact productively and cooperatively with peers and teachers, the 4s class works on negotiating skills and conflict resolution. The children are encouraged to explore their imaginations and work out their social concerns through role-playing. Weekly Show and Tell helps children to become comfortable in front of a group.

This class engages students in activities that promote development of the following skill areas:

  • Creative - painting; self portraits; mixed media; nature art

  • Expressive - theatre; dress up; pretend play; social problem-solving

  • Cognitive - puzzles; board games; matching; block towers

  • Language & Literacy - story writing; letter & name recognition; poetry

  • STEM - weights; germs; patterns; hypotheses; life cycles

  • Enrichment - Music; cooking; science experiments; Spanish

Class Details

Class Age
Four years old (Must be of age by December 1st of respective school year).

Days
4 Days (Choice of days); 5 Days (Mon-Fri)

Hours
8:45am - 11:45am; 12pm - 3pm (Full day 8:45am - 3pm also available)

Class Size
Maximum 14 children

Class Schedule

8:45 - 9:45: Unstructured play time in a rotation of 4 “centers”

9:45 - 10:30: Outdoor recess

10:30 - 11:00: Bathroom/shoe change/Snack time

11:00 - 11:40: Stories/discussions/science

11:40 - 11:45: Shoe change/dismissal

Our Teachers

In addition to their patience and kindness, our teachers have decades of collective experience and advanced degrees in their fields—making them ideally suited to care for your little ones.