Our Daily Schedule

We are so excited to give your child a head start on their personal, social, academic and spiritual growth! Our Christian-based program emphasizes strong academics and age appropriate faith experiences. Our program offers a variety of learning experiences that will help to develop your child's independence, social skills and much more! Our small class sizes are designed for optimal learning. The child to teacher ratios are kept small to provide the children with the attention that they need to effectively learn. Little Hands Preschool does not discriminate against applicants and students on the basis of race, color, religion and national or ethnic origin. Little Hands Preschool is certified by The Department of Child and Family Services and follows all rules in accordance. The staff at Little Hands aims to give your child the highest quality preschool experience.

A Typical Day At Little Hands

• Arrival Time

Upon arrival children will come in, hang up backpacks and coats. The children will then be required to wash their hands and take a bathroom break if needed.

• Large Motor

Large motor skills are enhanced through physical games and gross motor activities that include bikes, scooters, balls or large floor puzzles.

They are enjoyed in our spacious sanctuary or out on the playground.

• Circle Time

Everyone comes together to learn about the theme of the week, practice the alphabet and letter sounds, count the days on the calendar,

learn colors and shapes, sing songs, read stories and so much more. Circle Time is a great way to develop listening skills.

• Table Work / Free Play

Children will use cognitive and fine motor skills in a variety of activities that include cutting gluing, writing and problem solving.

During free play children choose from activities in each center which include dramatic play, table toys, blocks, art, sensory table and books.

Social skills and turn taking are also emphasized.

• Snack Time

Snack time encourages communication between children, self-help skills and good manners.

• Literacy / Language

Teachers read to children on a daily basis, enhancing listening skills and memory and stimulating thought provoking questions.

• Dismissal

Small motor and organizational skills are used by encouraging children to put on coats, zipper or button up and collect their belongings independently.