Programs
The Infant Program
is an “on-demand society” based upon the care-giving relationship and
routines between the little ones and their teachers. The primary goal
in this program is for the Infants and toddlers to discover their
individuality and what they are each capable of every day. In the Infant
program our teachers write individual learning plans for each infant,
partnering with the director and parents to establish monthly goals for
each infant. Ensuring that each infant has the fundamental foundation
needed to transition to the world of Junior Toddlers.
Toddler Program
The Junior Toddlers or “JT” as it’s affectionately known,
are given the opportunity throughout the day to explore their
environment with their loving teachers. They will begin to develop
vocabulary, motor skills and self-confidence. The toddlers will
begin to plan and execute simple projects based on the teacher’s
lesson plan. The teachers will plan experiences that are appropriately
challenging and safe as ones and twos learn about themselves, their
friends and their surroundings.
The Preschool Program
Children should have fun! After all, even the experts agree that preschool-age
children learn most through play. These carefree years are so short, and
soon the children will be exposed to a much more structured form of learning. How
then do we, at North Wales Academy, encourage a child's love of learning? By
using the “Project Approach”. Our creative teachers combine the monthly Project,
stimulating equipment and engaging environment to write exciting and fun
lesson plans for the children. The plans are designed to explore several
branches of learning.
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Personal and Social Development
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Language and Literacy
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Mathematical Thinking
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Scientific Exploration
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Social Studies
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The Art
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Physical Development and Health
During the month, many activities take place which help build a strong and balanced
foundation of emotional, social, cognitive and physical skills; as many of these
activities as possible center around the month's Project and topic. While many of
the curriculum materials in the classroom may seem more like toys to the children,
when they are playing with them, they are learning important information.