Our Preschool in Sacramento

Mathematical Reasoning and Number Sense

Exploring numbers and shapes through play 

Young learners build mathematical reasoning and number sense through hands-on exploration using everyday objects, making early concepts meaningful and fun. Your child will begin to recognize similarities, classify shapes and create patterns. They'll develop essential skills including comparing objects, measuring sizes and understanding concepts such as "putting together" and "taking away" in addition and subtraction.

As they move from concrete experiences to using numbers symbolically, they’ll gain confidence in basic math skills. Watch as they learn to sort, measure and understand math in fun, engaging ways!

Each day, they grow through:
Numbers – Children explore number concepts such as patterns, classification, matching, geometrical shapes and sizes, measurement, counting, simple addition and subtraction, time, and money.

Orientation in time and space

Discover the surroundings

Amazing learners begin to develop a sense of time and space, which is key to becoming independent and confident in their environment. They learn to talk about time, using words  such as “before,” “after” and “next,” and gain an understanding of how time passes.

In exploring space, they use simple maps, identify locations and recognize basic geographic concepts. These early skills help your child organize their thoughts and navigate the world around them.

Each day, they grow through:
Social Studies – Children learn basic concepts of time and space by exploring maps, environments and the lives of children in other places and times.

Scientific Reasoning and the Physical World

Explore scientific phenomena

Children investigate the living and material world through hands-on experiments and observations, They learn to describe what they see, make predictions and express their findings through drawings, photos and words. 

By exploring the world around them, they’ll begin to understand how nature works and develop a love for scientific exploration. 

Each day, they grow through:
Science – Observations, experiments, nature walks and discovery activities encourage children to explore the world through their five senses. They learn about humans, animals and plants—their characteristics, needs and development—as well as the physical elements of water, air, and earth and the changing seasons.

Music

Visual Arts

Creativity and wonder

Through art, children are introduced to a world of sensory exploration, creativity and skill-building. Using various materials and techniques, they develop fine motor skills, practice graphic representation and strengthen their attention to visual detail. 

As they examine and discuss works of art, they enhance their language skills and gain an appreciation for how artists express objects, people and actions.

Each day, they grow through:
Art – Creative observation and expression are encouraged through the use of varied media such as paint, crayons, chalk, clay, scissors, glue and more.

Movement and Coordination

Physical skills for growth and interaction

Movement activities support your child's physical development, helping them build awareness of their body and improve coordination. Through various activities, they enhance their understanding of time, space and language. 

Social skills also grow as children engage in group games and use their bodies to express themselves. Your child will refine motor skills, coordination and attention, all while having fun and developing key social connections.

Each day, they grow through: 
Movement – A combination of creative movement games and gross motor activities helps develop the children’s coordination and awareness of the body. They learn to work together in a group setting, while moving creatively and expressively.

Autonomy and Social Skills

Fostering independence

Children develop the ability to function independently and interact appropriately within a group. Through various preschool experiences, they learn to manage their desires, take responsibility for their actions and work constructively with others. 

These foundational skills help prepare them for successful social interactions and group learning environments.

Each day, they grow through: 
Movement – A combination of creative movement games and gross motor activities helps develop the children’s coordination and awareness of the body. They learn to work together in a group setting, while moving creatively and expressively.

Work Habits

Develop positivity in everyday life

Children learn how to focus, follow steps and use the right materials to complete tasks through fun activities and play. They develop the ability to work independently, improve their memory and keep trying even when something feels challenging. 

By evaluating and correcting their own work, they build confidence and a positive attitude toward learning. These habits help them grow and succeed in everything they do.

Each day, they grow through:
Dramatic and Creative Play – Formal and informal play activities expand the children’s understanding of families, communities and themselves. Through imaginative play, children learn to follow through on tasks, engage in cooperative problem-solving and express themselves creatively.

Critical Thinking

Encouraging thinking by themselves

Children will develop the ability to think critically by evaluating and improving their own work. They enhance problem-solving skills through classification, learn about cause and effect and understand actions and their consequences. 

By using organized thinking, they will tackle age-appropriate problems and draw conclusions based on evidence. These skills help children grow into adaptable and confident thinkers, ready to face new challenges.

Each day, they grow through:
Free Play – Through free play, children learn social skills, expand their imagination and explore new scenarios, enhancing their critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.