SJB's preschool serves children between 3 and 5 years. Our program is certified National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) facility.

The Preschool Curriculum

A well rounded curriculum taught through hands-on activities, experiments, and indirect methods such as cooking, play, and stories integrates concepts from the subject areas listed below:

Science Language arts
Music Math
Art Physical education
Computer skills Religion

We promote an atmosphere of love, patience, and support that is reinforced through teachers, parents, and students working together.

We build on children’s natural creativity and curiosity to further their growth and development.

 

A typical day may include:

8:00-8:20
Welcome, calendar work, and library time
8:20-8:45
Prayer, pledge, and Bible and other stories
8:45-9:00
Bathroom break
9:00-9:45
Structured learning centers
9:45-10:00
Clean-up and outside preparation
10:00-10:30
Outside play, motor skills, Spanish, or Gym
10:30-10:45
Bathroom break and lunch preparation
10:45-11:00
Story time
11:00-11:30
Lunch (half-day students are dismissed at 11:00)
11:30-11:45
Bathroom break
11:45-12:00
Movement and music
12:00-1:00
Nap
1:00-1:45
Puzzles and books
1:45-2:00
Bathroom break and outside preparation
2:00-2:30
Dramatic Play, Literacy
2:30-3:00
Outside Play, Dismissal at 3:00

The following is a very brief list of what you will see in a program such as ours:

  • frequent, positive, warm interactions among teachers and children
  • planned learning activities appropriate to children's age and development, such as reading stories, block building, painting, dress-up, and active outdoor play
  • many varied age-appropriate materials
  • regular, two-way communication with families who are welcome visitors at all times
  • a healthy, safe environment for adults and children
  • ongoing professional development