Preschool Program
Our state licensed, three star program for children that are 3 years old focuses on the whole child and provides opportunities for children to enhance their spiritual, emotional, social, creative, physical and cognitive growth.
Each classroom offers its own class schedule. Lessons follow a thematic curriculum, and correlate with the Tennessee Early Learning Developmental Standards (TN-ELDS). Themes with planned activities are incorporated to help accomplish these goals along with letters, colors, numbers and shapes.
Gross Motor Skills:
peddling on trikes
learning to swing
catching and throwing balls
Fine Motor Skills:
painting with paintbrush
stringing beads, macaroni, etc.
crayon, marker, pencil manipulation (correct grip, etc.)
beginning scissor skills (cutting straight lines, correct handling of scissors)
Pre-writing Skills:
tracing simple lines
drawing simple shapes (circle, lines)
Cognitive Skills:
learning shapes
learning parts of the body
opposites – big and little, etc.
rote counting through 1-10
number recognition through 1-5
color recognition and discrimination
Language Skills:
listening skills
simple nursery rhymes
answering questions
following 2 to 3 step directions
introduction to upper case letters
speaking in simple, complete sentences
Personal, Social Skills:
putting away toys
taking turns, sharing
putting on jackets (zipping)
encouraging them to use the toilet independently
managing lunchboxes and drinks independently
following rules of centers, i.e. no throwing sand, treating toys properly
Creative Arts:
use a variety of art materials
participate in movement songs and dances
use scarves, rhythm sticks, etc. to practice rhythm
explore a variety of art processes: painting, drawing, etc.
sing traditional songs and songs that enhance the curriculum
Religion:
learn about God’s love
attend chapel with Pastor Michael Davis once a month
recognize that plants, animals, and human beings are God’s creations
recognize that God created families to love and take care of one another