Preschool Program
Our preschool program for ages 4 to 5 prepares children for kindergarten through a blend of hands on learning, daily practice, structured routines, and joyful exploration. At this stage, children are ready to take on more responsibilities, express themselves through writing and drawing, and understand deeper concepts in literacy, math, and science. Our teachers guide preschoolers through age appropriate lessons that build confidence, independence, and excitement for learning. Children work in journals, practice writing their names, explore new vocabulary, participate in early math activities, and engage in simple science investigations. Families choose our preschool in Decatur AL because we offer a caring, play based environment that supports academic readiness while nurturing social emotional growth and strong character.
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Preschool Learning and School Readiness
Our early learning preschool curriculum helps children build the skills they need before entering kindergarten. Each day includes writing practice, early reading exposure, hands on math, science exploration, journaling, creative arts, and social development activities. Children gain confidence as they share ideas, participate in group lessons, and complete simple projects that encourage independent thinking. This program lays a strong foundation for reading readiness, problem solving, fine motor development, and respectful communication.
Literacy and Writing
Preschoolers learn to recognize upper and lower case letters, build vocabulary, and practice early reading skills. Children use their own journals to trace letters, write their names, and draw pictures that reflect their experiences. These activities support fine motor control and help children develop pride in their growing abilities.
Early Math and Counting
Children learn number recognition, counting, sorting, patterning, and simple problem solving. Hands on activities like block counting, play grocery store, and pretend money exchanges help them understand early math concepts in meaningful, real world ways.
Science and Nature Exploration
Preschoolers explore life cycles, weather, plants, animals, and basic science concepts. Activities include planting seeds, observing nature, studying the life cycle of a chicken, and talking about what living things need to grow. These lessons build curiosity and help children develop early scientific thinking.
Building Social and Emotional Confidence
Our preschool program helps children practice teamwork, patience, problem solving, and communication. Children participate in group discussions, learn to take turns, express their feelings, and build friendships through play. These social emotional skills create a strong foundation for kindergarten and help children feel confident in classroom settings.
Journaling and Creative Expression
Our preschoolers spend time each morning working in their personal journals, which becomes one of the most meaningful parts of their day. Journaling helps children develop early writing skills, build fine motor control, and express their thoughts through pictures, letters, and simple words. Children draw what they did over the weekend, practice writing their names, record what they learned from a story, or illustrate a moment from their day. These simple practices strengthen communication skills and help teachers understand each child’s personality, interests, and learning style. Journaling also gives children a sense of ownership and pride as they watch their progress grow over the school year.
Visit Love and Glory Daycare to Explore Our Preschool Program
We would love to show you how we prepare children for kindergarten.