Three Year Olds
Three Year Old Preschool Program
Our 3-year-old curriculum begins with learning classroom routine. Children participate in free play and structured group time. They develop their listening skills through daily themes discussed in circle time. Crafts and sensory activities are designed to improve motor and social skills. As the year progresses more language, science, and math concepts are introduced as appropriate.
Our 4 year old program meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from September through May from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Students must turn 4 before September 1st to be admitted to the program.
Typical 3 Year Old Day
9:30a: Student arrival & wash hands
9:40-10a: Group time (story, song, etc)
10:00-10:30a: Art time
10:30a-10:40a: Second group time
10:40-11a: Snack time
11-11:30a: Free play time
11:30a: Clean up & get ready for outside time
11:45-12p: Outside time
12p: Parent pick-up
Curriculum
Reading/Writing
Math/Science
Art
Social
Building Blocks of 3s
The program at Troy Co-op can be viewed as building blocks. We begin in the 3’s by laying a strong foundation for learning. First the children get comfortable separating from parents, relating to other adults, functioning in small and large groups, choosing some of their own activities, understanding routine, and practicing sitting and listening skills.
Everyday there is a new art project and easel painting relating to the daily theme. Small muscles are strengthened at the playdoh table. Senses are explored at the water table. Dramatic and block play are also important options. Perceptional skills are strengthened with puzzles. To that we add more social skills.
Language is enhanced with additional conversation, stories. Library and Show and Tell are blocks added to the second semester. There are more science themes in the spring. Math activities also become a greater part of the curriculum as the year goes on, and motor skills are continually enhanced.
Learning Through Play
Students will gain:
- The realization that learning is fun
- An opportunity to function as an individual and as a member of a group
- Respect and acceptance of the differences and rights of others
- A chance to understand and express feelings
- Problem solving skills
- Personal pride in achievements
- Independence in a nurturing environment
- Friendships with other children
