At the GrandParents Child Care Center our curriculum depends on the interest and the developmental level of the enrolled children. the basic skills that each child is developmentally ready to embrace. Activities are typically open-ended and process oriented such that children at very different developmental levels can actively participate.
These skill areas include the traditionally accepted academic skills such as pre reading and pre math skills. Examples of such activities are, the use of calendars and charts as a pattern recognition activity, books and posters as letter recognition activities and puzzles and art materials as fine motor or pre writing activities. However, curriculum for young children is much broader than just the academics as we know them. The other areas that the curriculum addresses are equally important if more subtle. These areas include independence skills, (being able to dress for outdoor play without repeated teacher redirection) attention span (being able to attend to a 20 minute circle), social skills (negotiating turn taking with toys) and self confidence/self control (being able to get in line when the teacher asks even when your best friend thinks it is funny to hide instead). The Child Care Center is also a very language rich environment, providing children with a strong foundation in vocabulary, conversation skills and literacy.
Typical events that happen at the Center each day include; Story time, play and color time, singing songs and sharing stories with each other.
Under 2yr
We strive to create an environment that is nurturing, stimulating and designed to encourage children’s active participation. The Nursery program is designed to meet the individual needs of each child. A daily schedule is posted at the nursery. Parents are always welcome to stop by and visit their child.
In the Nursery, we read stories, sing songs, play with toys and dance
Parents or staff may request a conference at any time. We do offer a
scheduled conference in the winter and again in the summer. A conference offers
a time for staff and parents to share information about their child’s
development. We are always willing to talk with you about any concern or issue
you have regarding your child.
( Two year olds)
2 year olds curriculum is an ongoing process throughout the day. The
children learn about the weather, colors and numbers.
We do language activities as we chat at meals. We learn social
skills, sharing and teamwork as we play and pick up toys. We read and sing about
safety and health. Science and nature is all about exploration and
experimentation with magnets, mirrors, magnifying glasses and lots of books on
related subjects. Learning should be fun and children need to be proud of their
accomplishments, big and small…and that is what we strive for each and every
day.
Our day begins with warm welcomes to the children with free play or projects awaiting the children. AM snack is at 9:00 followed by outside play, art projects, music, stories or free play. Lunch is at 11:00 with naptime from 12:00 to 2:00. Afternoon is, again, outside play, projects, music, stories or free play with a snack at 3:00. Our plans for the day often change depending upon what the interests or temperament of the particular group are. Very often a project or activity is totally spontaneous and originates with something a child might do or tell us about or bring in. "Flexibility" and "two year olds" go hand and hand.
For our families, a Beach Party in February, an Art Show in April to celebrate "Week of the Young Child".
(Three to Four year olds)
However, more importantly, these activities provide a vehicle for developing social skills such as sharing, cooperation and communication.
start their day making free play choices and connecting with their friends. After a morning snack/breakfast they have circle time in which they have stories, songs and activities such as calendar or "helping hands". play outside every day, often both morning and afternoon; this age group needs lots of opportunities for large motor activities. There is a project time each day during which children do activities related to the curriculum theme being studied. Children have a quiet time after lunch each day, though many children no longer nap.
( Four to six year olds)
curriculum is the fostering of independence and
responsibility, important skills for children who will be transitioning to
kindergarten or first grade. Children are encouraged to take ownership for their learning in a number of ways.
Children vote on which curriculum units to study and they take an active role in
designing the group activities for each unit. Children bring "show and
teach" items from home to share with their group. Children take
responsibility for their belongings and for the choices that they make
throughout the day.
typically start their day free playing They have a morning snack/breakfast followed by their circle time,
project time and outdoor play. After lunch and a rest, children have more time
for free exploration and then have an afternoon circle. They end their day
outdoors, if weather allows.
(School Program)
Child Care center is designed to allow school age time to play, explore their interests and unwind from their day at school. There is a balance of structured and unstructured time for the children. The topics or "themes" covered vary from year to year, depending on the children's interest. We incorporate math, science, language arts, and fine arts into each theme. The children do play outside everyday. They really enjoy time in the pool.
Children arrive from morning school shortly after 11:00. Some children arrive
on the school bus and some are dropped off by their parents. They have a free
choice time in which to unwind from their morning and to connect with their
friends from other schools. After lunch they have a time for rest or quiet
activities. They spend the afternoon doing projects, having a story time and, of
course, outdoor play.
Children arrive from full day school shortly after 2:00. Some children arrive
on the school bus and some are dropped off by their parents. They have a free
choice time in which to unwind from their morning and to connect with their
friends from other schools. After dinner they spend time doing projects, working
with the computer.
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Child Care Director:
Jay Randolph, 278-2173
E-mail us at: sc.grandparents@gmail.com
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