We are dedicated to the care and education
Our Programs
The early childhood years have long been recognized as extremely important in the development of a child. Which makes Preschool the first and most important educational experience your children will have. A quality preschool and rich experiences will make a huge difference in a child's development.
Our unique programs at Astrid’s Preschool incorporate a variety of educational theories, while always keeping the child’s best interest in mind and allowing for hands-on, experiential learning.
Our students will develop physically, emotionally and socially while being creative and learning to speak English and having FUN!
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18 Months
Seahorse
Your infant will be in a safe and comfortable environment designed to stimulate and amuse him or her at all levels of development. The infant program is flexible and accommodating to each child’s schedule and needs, with activities based on the children’s interests. During circle time, we sing songs and read age appropriate books with each other. When weather permits, we’ll go for walks around the block in triple strollers or play outside in our large play yard.
The large, bright playroom includes colorful mats, a story area, and an assortment of age appropriate toys. We provide high chairs and cribs for the younger children and tables and cots for the older children.
Staff in the Infant Area don’t just care for your child’s needs. They stimulate your child’s curiosity and eagerness to learn through:
- Songs
- Music
- Stories
- Sensory Activities
- Rhymes
- Building and Sorting
- Finger Plays
- Outside Play
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2 years old
Sea Turtle
Your little toddler is busy learning, approaching the world with curiosity and seeking a sense of belonging. Our toddler program encourages the children to build a community in an environment that supports learning together and caring for each other.
The toddlers eat meals at tables together and enjoy an open concept playroom with free play and weekly activities that promote exploration and learning. The children play daily in the outdoor playground, or on days when the weather doesn’t cooperate, they’ll play in our large indoor gym. During the summer, experiences such as a petting zoo and puppet shows are brought into the centre.
A toddler’s day consists of:
- Self-selected play
- Reading books
- Circle time
- Focused learning
- Singing songs
- Sensory experiences
- Finger Plays
- Stroller walks
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3-4 Years
Octopus and Fish
Your little toddler is busy learning, approaching the world with curiosity and seeking a sense of belonging. Our toddler program encourages the children to build a community in an environment that supports learning together and caring for each other.
The toddlers eat meals at tables together and enjoy an open concept playroom with free play and weekly activities that promote exploration and learning. The children play daily in the outdoor playground, or on days when the weather doesn’t cooperate, they’ll play in our large indoor gym. During the summer, experiences such as a petting zoo and puppet shows are brought into the centre.
A toddler’s day consists of:
- Self-selected play
- Reading books
- Circle time
- Focused learning
- Singing songs
- Sensory experiences
- Finger Plays
- Stroller walks
Programs and curriculum table
Enrollment Breakdown
Program | Age Range | Enrollment Options | Number of Teachers | Number of Children |
Seahorse | 18 months | 2, 3, or 5 days | 2 | 9 |
Sea Turtle | 2 years old | 5 days | 2 | 12 |
Octopus | 3 years old | 5 days | 2 | 18 |
Fish | 4 years old | 5 days | 3 | 20 |