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Curriculum

Children actively explore the materials around them, engage in activities appropriate to their skill level, and expand their natural curiosity.  Our Early Childhood development curriculum programs are aligned with the California Preschool Learning Foundations/Framework. The curriculum is designed to build on each child’s strength and target skills that need development. The curriculum is based on Desired Results Developmental Profile which are designed to improve the quality of  services provided to all children who are enrolled in early care and education programs. 

Domains and Learning Areas:

  1. Social and Emotional Development:

    • Building positive relationships with peers and adults
    • Emotional awareness and regulation
    • Problem-solving and conflict resolution skills

  2. Language and Literacy:

    • Vocabulary development
    • Phonemic awareness and letter recognition
    • Storytelling, reading, and writing activities
    • Comprehension and fluency

  3. Mathematics:

    • Number recognition and counting
    • Understanding shapes, sizes, and patterns
    • Basic addition and subtraction concepts

  4. Science and Discovery:

    • Exploring the natural world
    • Basic scientific inquiry skills
    • Simple experiments and observations

  5. Creative Arts:

    • Art, music, and dance activities
    • Exploring different art mediums
    • Encouraging creativity and self-expression

  6. Physical Development:

    • Fine and gross motor skills
    • Basic physical fitness and health education
    • Outdoor play and movement activities

  7. Social Studies:

    • Learning about self, family, and community
    • Cultural awareness and diversity
    • Basic geography and history concepts

  8. Health and Safety:

    • Personal hygiene and self-care
    • Safety rules and practices
    • Healthy habits, nutrition, and exercise

Pedagogical Approach:

  • Use developmentally appropriate practices (DAP) to address the needs and abilities of each child.
  • Encourage active, hands-on learning through play-based activities and interactive experiences.
  • Incorporate individual and small group instruction to cater to various learning styles and paces.
  • Foster a safe, inclusive, and culturally sensitive learning environment.
  • Involve parents and caregivers in the education process through regular communication and family engagement activities.

Assessment and Progress Monitoring:

  • Regularly assess children's progress to identify areas of strength and areas that may need additional support.
  • Use a variety of assessment tools, including observations, portfolios, and developmental checklists.
  • Share assessment results with parents to promote their active involvement in their child's education.