Our Curriculum

Little Minions Preschool currently offers full day child care programs for ages 18 months to 4 years old all year round. 

 

18 Months to 2.5 Years (toddler): Our educator/toddler ratio is 1:5. This age group is very busy and loves to learn through playing. We have a beautifully designed space with many activities to entertain this growing group. We provide consistency with routines and experiences that encourage toddlers to feel safe and secure while they explore the world around them. Nap time and healthy meals keep them energized and ready for more.

 

2.5 years- 4 years (preschool): Our educator/child ratio is 1:8. This age group has a desire for more independence and they are getting ready for school. In this program they will learn many of the skills, abilities and routines that makes the transition to kindergarten smooth. We have the appropriate toys, games and activities for this eager and energetic group. We focus on early literacy, early numeracy, environmental and community awareness, identity, social development, physical health, and creative expression.

 

At Little Minions Preschool, we focus on the four fundamentals of learning that  are important for children to succeed in the world. These include:

Belonging: A sense of connectedness to others, feeling valued, as well as forming relationships with peers. 

Well-Being: Physical and mental health importance with a focus on self care, sense of self and self regulation.

Engagement: Being involved and focused. Encouraging children to explore the world around them through play. This focuses on building skills such as problem solving, creative thinking and innovating. These skills will help children to succeed in school and beyond. 

Expression: Building communication skills through both listening and being heard. Language rich environments support growing communication skills, which lay the foundation for literacy. 

 

(How Does Learning Happen, 2014)

 

Daily Schedule 

Toddler Schedule:

*7:00am-8am: Arrival and free play

*8:00am-8:30am: Breakfast and clean up

*8:30am-9:00am: Circle time (songs, puppets, books, games)

*9:00am: Potty break/Diaper Changes/hand washing 

*9:00am-10:00am: Outside time in center yard

*10:00am-11:00am: Music and movement 

*11:00am: Potty break/diaper changes/hand washing

*11:00am-11:30am: Structured play OR sensory activities

*11:30am-12:00pm: Lunch and clean up

*12:00pm: Potty break/diaper changes/hand washing 

*12:00pm-3:00pm: Nap/rest time

*3:00pm: Potty break/diaper changes/ hand washing

*3:15pm-3:45pm: Snack and clean up

*3:45pm-5:00pm: Outside play

*5:00pm-6:00pm: Free play and pick up

 

NOTE: Parents are responsible for providing diapers, wipes and creams

 

Preschool Schedule:

7:00am-8:00am: Arrival and free play

*8:00am-8:30am: Breakfast and clean up

*8:30am-9:00am: Circle time (Letters, numbers, colours, literacy)

*9:00am: Washroom break/diaper changes/hand washing

*9:00am-10:00am: Art & learning activities 

*10:00am -11:00am: Outdoor Play (nature walk, park visit or center play yard)

*11:00am- washroom break/diaper changes/hand washing

*11:00am-11:30am: Dance party & musical instruments 

*11:30am-12:00pm: Lunch and clean up

*12:00pm- washroom break/diaper changes/hand washing

*12:00pm-2:00pm: Nap/Rest Time

*2:00pm- Washroom break/diaper changes/hand washing 

*2:00pm-3:15pm: Outside play in the center yard 

*3:15pm-3:30pm: Snack and clean up

*3:30pm: Potty break/diaper changes/hand washing

*3:30pm-5:00pm: structured play/pre planned activities

*5:00pm-6:00pm: Free play and Pick up

 

NOTE: During free play, our educators are setting up multiple invitations to play based on the children's interests they have observed.