Preschool
Preschool programs are available at Learn n' Play, or LnP, in Abbotsford, BC. At Learn n' Play we offer play based, quality preschool programs, 2, 3 or 5 days a week (a.m. and p.m. offerings) to build academic, social, and gross and fine motor skills in preparation for kindergarten. Our professional early childhood educators incorporate the best of several teaching methods for structured and unstructured, fun, play based learning that will support preschoolers in discovering themselves and gaining confidence and independence. We will foster your child's love of learning with Learn n' Play's high quality, early education preschool programs.
It is generally accepted that an early learning program gives a preschooler an advantage in later years, including better social interactions, concentration and the ability to learn in general.
Kindergarten Preparation
Kindergarten is changing and with today’s competitive academic climate, there can sometimes be pressure on parents to have their preschooler ready to enter the more formal school setting of kindergarten.
Here are 10 kindergarten readiness skills we work towards in our Learn n' Play preschool programs:
- Attentiveness and concentration
- Following 2 and 3 step directions
- Recognizing numbers and counting
- Recognizing shapes and colours
- Letter recognition and beginning sounds
- Fine motor skills: pincer grip, cutting with scissors
- Reading Readiness – left to right, top to bottom, etc.
- Social readiness – expressing feelings, sharing and taking turns, etc.
Parent-teacher meetings and individual progress reports are implemented to detail the expectations of the child’s age level and to keep parents up to date on the progress the preschooler has made throughout the Learn n' Play preschool program.
Beyond Conventional Preschool
While it may seem like a preschooler is doing nothing but playing in the classroom all day, nothing could be further from the truth. At Learn n' Play, play based learning appeals to the child’s innate curiosity and need to participate in activities based on their interests and developing skills. Besides being fun, it supports the child learning about their self and the world around them. Our educators thoughtfully organize the classroom to facilitate play experiences that will enhance the child’s development in all areas.
Learn n' Play is a unique kind of learning preschool that balances nurturing, learning, physical and emotional development and nutrition. Here are some of the attributes that are offered in our preschool program:
- Nutritious meals
- Cooking classes taught by a professional chef
- An introduction to French
- Yoga for physical development and self-regulation
- Cultural studies from around the world
- Fine arts program for creativity and imagination
A Strong Foundation
It is never too early to start building strong learning habits. Our dedicated, enthusiastic educators support your child in a healthy, happy and successful start at every area of their development. At Learn n' Play Child Care, we provide preschoolers with the foundation for a life time love of learning with our unique play and academic based preschool programs.
Openings are limited, so if you would like more information, please give us a call, or schedule a free, no obligation consultation on our preschool programs.