Kindergarten

 

The Kindergarten class is for children who turn five by September 30th with a maximum student to teacher ratio of 16:2. The program is based on the curriculum guidelines set out by NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) as well as coordinating with the curriculum of the Bridgewater Public Schools. It is a developmentally appropriate program focusing on four major areas: social/emotional, physical, cognitive and language. Our unique and acclaimed program prepares students for the growing responsibilities expected of learners today. Some features of the program are:

  • Use of two adjacent rooms providing extensive space for children to grow as independent self starters actively involved in the learning process with centers in both rooms allowing children to explore materials and cooperatively interact with classmates
  • Individualized instruction so that students can progress at their own rates.
  • Opportunity for the entire class to work together as a community of learners
  • Math in Focus- Singapore Math, as used in the Bridgewater-Raritan school district, using workbooks along with calendar binders and math manipulatives.
  • Technology:  ipads and laptops are used in the classroom as tools for learning.
  • Reading Street by Scott Foresman uses a balanced literacy approach.  The children are engaged in purposeful reading and writing activities everyday.
  • Integrated phonics and whole language approach to reading conducted on a one-to-one basis tailored to meet each child’s individual needs and learning style
  • Writing skills using a secure grip and control. The “Handwriting Without Tears” program is used for teaching correct letter and number formation and developing good habits for successful penmanship.
  • Writing name using uppercase and lowercase letters
  • Correct spacing for writing words and sentences; children have their own journals
  • Hands on science and social studies discovery
  • Kindergarten "specials" include: 
    • Tech-time with a computer specialist for a half hour every week in our computer lab of eight computers; lab tops and Ipads.  Each child works independently in guided lessons
    • Gym with a certified teacher doing activities including yoga, obstacle course, sports games, dance, and exercise.
    • Spanish:  Children learn vocabulary and basic conversation through songs and games. 
  • Gross motor coordination through daily play in our fenced in outdoor playground with space to run and equipment for swinging, climbing, balance and sand play. In addition, we make great use of a large indoor playroom set up for climbing, balance, running and lots of tricycles
  • Confidence building special events including theme days and class plays integrated with the units of study
  • Field trips to the theater, nature sanctuaries, planetariums, art museums, and symphony orchestras enhancing the program
  • Parent involvement creating a well rounded community of learners

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