Programs for 4 year olds: Preschool Programs for Ages 3

Preschool For 3 & 4 Year Olds

Your preschooler is growing up fast, potty-trained and eager to learn new things. At this age, your child is more coordinated and is absorbing lots of information every day.  

At Little Sunshine’s Playhouse, your child’s day is carefully planned out with a variety of hands-on activities to encourage learning and socialization. Your child is taught to write their name and recognize letters, numbers, colors and shapes. Preschool teachers introduce concepts like opposites, identifying emotions and basic directional skills. At this age, we also put a large focus on teaching self-awareness and fostering independence by helping your child master their self-help skills.

We design our preschool classrooms with these developmental milestones in mind and equip each classroom with age-appropriate, educational toys to help continue inspiring your child’s curiosity and desire to learn and engage with their classmates and their environment. 

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Our Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum, Creatively Shine®, is based on the latest research and trends to prepare your children for their educational careers, equipping them with cognitive, social, emotional, physical, and language skills.

At Little Sunshine’s Playhouse and Preschool® we believe a child’s work is play. We teach your children age-appropriate lessons, manners, and social skills all through creative and purposeful play. We believe children who enjoy learning at a young age will carry it with them throughout their lives.

Each month we have original projects, provide each classroom with new materials that reflect the monthly theme and provide related activities to support the individual concepts of the “whole child.”

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Tips for Reducing Separation Anxiety in Preschoolers

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How Little Sunshine’s Playhouse Promotes Social Skills for Preschoolers

Parents relish the joy of watching young children form relationships with friends, teachers and others. It turns out that socialization is actually an important part of early childhood development and promotes positive outcomes later in life.

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Our curriculum is based on the research of the most renowned education experts.

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• Hops and stands on one foot up to 5 seconds

• Goes upstairs and downstairs without support

• Kicks ball forward

• Throws ball overhand 

• Catches bounced ball most of the time 

• Moves forward and backward

• Uses riding toys

• Shows interest in new experiences 

• Cooperates/plays with other children 

• Plays “mom” or “dad”

• More inventive in fantasy play 

• Dresses and undresses 

• More independent

• Often cannot distinguish between fantasy and reality 

• May have imaginary friends or see monsters

• Copies square shapes 

• Draws a person with 2 to 4 body parts

• Uses scissors 

• Draws circles and squares 

• Begins to copy some capital letters

• Feeds self with spoon

• Understands the concepts of “same” and “different”

• Has mastered some basic rules of grammar 

• Speaks in sentences of 5 to 6 words 

• Asks questions 

• Speaks clearly enough for strangers to understand

• Tells stories

• Correctly names some colors 

• Understands the concept of counting and may know a few numbers

• Begins to have a clearer sense of time

• Follows three-part commands 

• Recalls parts of a story 

• Engages in fantasy play 

• Understands causality (“I can make things happen”)

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Explore our Educational Programs

Infant Program (6 weeks – 1 year)

Our highly trained infant teachers partner with you to ensure your baby’s developmental needs are met every step along the way. Our nursery staff create predictable routines and nurturing classroom environments that foster social and emotional development in your baby.  

Toddler Program (1-2 years)

Our toddler classrooms are designed to encourage purposeful play where our teachers guide your child through age-appropriate learning experiences that prepare them with the knowledge they need to be confident as they grow.

Early Preschool Program (2-3 years)

Your child’s preschool teacher and our classroom create a nurturing, home-like classroom environment where your toddler is treated as a capable individual, whose opinions, actions and thoughts are respected and valued.

Preschool Program (3-4 years)

We design our preschool classrooms with developmental milestones in mind and equip each classroom with age-appropriate, educational toys to help continue inspiring your preschoolers curiosity and desire to learn and engage with their classmates and their environment.

Pre-K Program (4-5 years)

It is our mission to prepare your child for a successful year in the wonderful world of kindergarten. Our skilled pre-K teachers help build essential skills by carefully crafting engaging activities that balance instructed learning and purposeful play.

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Early Learning / Overview

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• Early Learning in Broward County Florida

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  Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) believes Pre-Kindergarten can have a positive influence on children’s development and school readiness by providing valuable educational and social experiences. BCPS has a variety of early learning program models for children from birth to 5-years old which includes instruction built on social and emotional skills, rich play, toys, games, art, music and movement. Our programs are focused on meeting the needs of families and children by providing direct services in BCPS schools and also supports children enrolled in community early learning centers. This collaboration is essential to ensuring that ALL Broward County children develop academic and social skills that will prepare them for Kindergarten and beyond. 

  Below are descriptions of the early learning programs available through Broward County Public Schools. 

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  Birth to Five-Year-Old Programs

  The Head Start/Early Intervention Department houses the Head Start, Early Head Start, and Voluntary Prekindergarten programs. These programs provide early education opportunities and comprehensive services to students Birth to 5-years old and their families.

  Early Head Start (EHS)

  Early Head Start (EHS) is a federally-funded program that provides free educational and support services to children from birth to 3-years old from low income families, including homeless, foster care, and students with disabilities. EHS targets the entire family but the support is tailored for pregnant moms, infants and toddlers up to age three. Participating children will transition from EHS into the Head Start preschool classrooms, then directly into Kindergarten.

  To learn more about Early Head Start eligibility and enrollment, please visit the Head Start/Early Intervention website.

  Head Start (HS)

  Head Start (HS) is a federally-funded program that provides free educational and support services to children from 3- to 5-years old from low income families, including homeless, foster care, and students with disabilities.   The Head Start program provides free, comprehensive services to low-income families and their children. The Head Start program targets the entire family and the services include high-quality classroom instruction, health and developmental screenings, family engagement and goal setting. 

  Head Start (HS)/Integrated

  Provides a full school-day of instruction in a classroom with typically developing students and students with disabilities. Head Start 3- and 4-year old integrated programs are available at selected schools.

  To learn more about Head Start eligibility and enrollment, please visit the Head Start/Early Intervention website. 

  Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)

  VPK is a State-funded program that provides Pre-Kindergarten instruction to 4 and 5-year-olds. VPK classes are available in both District classrooms and community-based early learning centers. The District VPK programs provide opportunities for both full day and half day classes. District models include:

  • VPK/Enrichment (Title I Supported) – Provides free, full school day (6 hour) of instruction funds at selected Title 1 schools.
  • VPK/Enrichment (fee supported) – Provides 3 hours of free VPK plus the option of an additional 3 hours of instruction funded through tuition.
  • VPK/Early Learning Labs (Offered at select high schools in conjunction with the CTACE program) – Provides 3 hours of free VPK plus the option of an additional 3 hours of instruction funded through tuition. High school students enrolled in the Early Childhood program at the school work directly with the VPK students throughout the day.
  • VPK/ESLS Integrated – Provides a full school day of instruction in a classroom with typically developing students and students with disabilities. Free and fee-supported VPK/ESLS Integrated program models are available at selected schools.
  • Head Start/VPK Extended Day – Provides 3 free hours of VPK from 3:00 p. m. – 6:00 p.m. at participating locations.

  To learn more about VPK eligibility and enrollment, please visit the VPK website. 

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  Preschool Exceptional Student Learning Support (Preschool ESLS)

  Opportunities are available for preschoolers with disabilities whose educational needs can be appropriately served in the general education setting with minor support. Determination for enrollment is made by a multi-disciplinary team, including the parents. Preschool ESLS programs are available at selected schools.

  Parents/Guardians of a child birth to age 5 that have an educational concern or suspect that their child may have a disability should contact the Florida Diagnostic Learning Resource Services (FDLRS)/Child Find at 754-321-7200.

   To learn more about the Preschool ESLS programs, please visit the Exceptional Student Learning Support website.

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  Additional Resources

  High quality child care for children from birth to five years old is available in a variety of settings in Broward County. There are both free and fee-based programs available throughout the county. The Early Learning Coalition of Broward County provides many resources through their website about community-based early learning centers in Broward County. 

  Broward 2-1-1 works with the Early Learning Coalition to provide information and resources to families, including information about child care and community-based early learning centers. Parents can access the Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) Services through Broward 2-1-1 for assistance with locating an appropriate early learning center.  Broward 2-1-1 also provides a variety of resources for parents including links to Family Guides for Parents and a Checklist for determining quality care.

   

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Educational programs for children in Ulyanovsk – courses for children from 4 to 14 years old

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Programs for children:

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Development programs

Mental arithmetic course

A popular technique that allows children to quickly learn to count in their heads. Both hemispheres of the brain are involved in the process of training. Such activity allows the child to improve memory, concentration and logical thinking.

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4 to
14 years

Speed ​​reading course

The author’s technique that teaches you to work with the text: highlight the main thing, memorize, understand what you read. For children with a reading speed of 40 wpm

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7 to
10 years old

Calligraphy course

A course that will help instill perseverance, develop a quick, legible and beautiful handwriting, and teach you how to work with text.

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7 to
14 years old

Financial literacy course

A technique that will help a child master the art of handling money, develop memory, attention and thinking. In the classroom, children learn to process information and apply these skills in the school curriculum.

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from 8 years

MASTER READING COURSE

An innovative methodology that combines two areas – speed reading and career guidance. The course is aimed at setting up reading techniques and developing cognitive abilities, and also immerses in the world of professions, taking into account the age of children.

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10 to
14 years old

COURSE CREATIVE MATHEMATICS

The course is designed for kids who are just starting to get interested in counting. The program is designed taking into account the age characteristics of children and is built on the main activity of this age – the game.

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4 to
6 years

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Branded textbooks and notebooks with augmented reality

All courses at SmartyKids centers use original learning materials created by us with great love and attention to detail.

Our textbooks feature vibrant illustrations, quality paper, and interactive add-ons

Online platform

To effectively assimilate the program, the child needs to complete tasks at home for 15 minutes daily. For the convenience of checking homework, we have developed a system of personal accounts for students and teachers.

Using the online platform increases the speed and efficiency of learning by 40%.

Gamification and animation

The child will never get bored at our center: a fascinating plot, game mechanics, tasks and rewards are introduced into the classes.

We solve the main problem of involving the child in learning

Competent and experienced teachers

All teachers of SmartyKids development centers are required to undergo training and certification. They know how to interest any child and find a common language with him.

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Participation in the Olympiads of various levels

The students of our centers annually take part in the Olympiads of the regional, federal and international levels in mental arithmetic in order to test their level, get motivation for further education and meet new friends.

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Development programs for children from 4 to 5 years old

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Children of middle preschool age are actively interested in everything around them, are ready to intensively absorb knowledge, improve their skills
communication and communication. At this age, it is necessary to stimulate the child to explore the world through play activities and instill perseverance.
The course for children 4-5 years old guarantees the all-round development of the child and the activation of his creative potential. Classes use modern
methods of education and upbringing, an individual approach to each baby is used.

How the work is built

The development of a child of 4-5 years old is built taking into account the psychological characteristics of age. For children, the game is still important, however, it is already beginning
to form an interest in the opinion of peer friends and significant adults. Classes held in our children’s center are aimed at capturing attention
child, his active listening, retention of interest and motivation for learning, disclosure of his unique potential.

Training is provided in the following areas:

• mathematics;
• mother tongue and literacy;
• speech development 4-5 years;
• visual arts and music;
• development of cognitive abilities;
• dynamic games;
• English.

We provide comprehensive psychological and speech therapy support for children. Together with teachers, kids in the classroom play role-playing games, discuss
their day and its routine, listen to audio fairy tales, watch the right cartoons, draw pictures and do crafts with their own hands. They are studying
think logically, count, read and write in block letters.

Benefits of developing activities at the centre:

• work according to the child’s needs;
• comprehensive diversification;
• reasonable prices for subscriptions and additional circles;
• advanced logistics base;
• entertaining and useful pastime.

As a result of learning, the child begins to read and develops his spelling vigilance, learns to count in his mind and distinguishes between numbers and geometric patterns.
figures. Through movement and sensory environment, teachers actively develop fine and gross motor skills in children. In the learning process are used
a variety of constructors, cubes, bulk materials, as well as dynamic games and competitions.