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teachers have a combined experience level of 75 years, with a extremely
low turnover in staff. They bring their love for children and learning
with them each day, and are truly a blessing to the preschool with
their hard work for the ministry.
Adult to child ratios are strong respected at Pleasant Valley Baptist Church a Colorado Springs preschool and day care.
Each age group is equipped with a qualified lead teacher and age
appropriate activities to help the children explore their world each
and every day. There are 5 different groups and different learning
opportunities within our preschool and day care in Colorado Springs.
Each class works with the Zoophonics program. Introducing phonics and
making them a part of every day living. We also use the Storybook
Journey and teach children the love of literacy.
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new book or books are chosen each week with emphasis on enjoyment and
reading for fun. Art and academics are intertwined with activities from
the books, making them come alive for the children. We also work off a
weekly theme, sharing ideas of the world around of with the glories of
nature and animals and people and places in the world around us. Bible
stories and discussions are an important part of our day. We also
believe playing is a child’s work and ample opportunity is given to
just “be a kid”.
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The Pooh Bears are for children 2/12 and potty trained. This is a
classroom set up for exploration and a new beginning into the world of
learning. Math, science readings are all new discoveries waiting for
the child. Nurturing times along with opportunity for fun with other
friends are an important part of this classroom.
Ratio: 1 to 8 |
The Cookie Monsters are for children who are mid-3’s and young 4's and
may have just missed the kindergarten cut off age. More academics are
introduced including math and letter recognition, with many
opportunities for play and establishing friendship. New concepts are
introduced and learning takes on a more meaning role in the child’s
life.
Ratio: 1 to 10
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The Teddy Bears are children who are 4 and 5 and plan on entering a
Kindergarten session the next school year. This class is a full
introduction of reading math science and writing with the mixture of
social studies and social settings are incorporated. A kindergarten
assessment is given at the beginning and at midyear to help parents
decide what the best class for their child would be next year. Children
are given the opportunity to work independently as well as with the
group. Expectations tend to run a little higher with the goal of school
preparation.
Teddy
Bears have an extended session in the afternoon for children not
needing a long rest time. Additional opportunities for math,
science cooking, reading and art are provided. Class sizes are
smaller for optimal learning.
Ratio: 1 to 12
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Noah’s Arkers are children attending the area schools and who are in
need of before and after school day care. Homework help, generous
nutrition snacks and physical activity are offered each day. Small
groups and opportunity for pretend and dramatic play are important as
well. Children in this age group enjoy field trips through out the
year, as well as a balanced summer camp with outings and in house
activities.
Ratio: 2 to 25
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