Our curriculum is thoughtfully designed to promote holistic development, encouraging cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth through a variety of engaging activities. We believe in the power of play-based learning, allowing children to explore, discover, and learn at their own pace. Parents are also considered an integral part of our community, and we welcome their involvement through regular communication and participation in school events. At Stepping Stones, we are committed to nurturing the potential of every child, preparing them for a bright and promising future.
The 3-K schedule blends structured learning with creative exploration. Three-year-olds thrive with predictable routines that balance teacher-guided activities, peer interaction, outdoor time, and imaginative play.
Please note: this is a sample schedule. Finalized schedules are sent out at the beginning of the year.
| Hour | Activity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 8:00am | Center Time / Activity Time A balance of individual and small groups in the centers set up in the classroom. Centers include blocks, library, writing, kitchen, dress up and much more. One teacher-directed activity at this time will be set up for the children to participate at their choosing. | A balance of individual and small groups in the centers set up in the classroom. Centers include blocks, library, writing, kitchen, dress up and much more. One teacher-directed activity at this time will be set up for the children to participate at their choosing. |
| 9:00am | Outdoor Playtime A balance of individual and group play opportunities in the outdoor play yard. | A balance of individual and group play opportunities in the outdoor play yard. |
| 9:30am | Story Time / Nursery Rhyme / Poems The children will listen to a story read by the teacher and partake in reading a story to their friends as well. The children will engage in nursery rhymes and poems in small groups through song, hand puppets, finger plays and dance movements. | The children will listen to a story read by the teacher and partake in reading a story to their friends as well. The children will engage in nursery rhymes and poems in small groups through song, hand puppets, finger plays and dance movements. |
| 10:00am | Daily Care Involves washing hands, using the potty, cleaning up, and preparing for lunch or snack time. | Involves washing hands, using the potty, cleaning up, and preparing for lunch or snack time. |
| 10:30am | Small Groups Each child will be encouraged to sit at the table to eat with their friends. Lunch will be served and children will begin to foster independence at mealtime while the teacher models good eating habits. | Each child will be encouraged to sit at the table to eat with their friends. Lunch will be served and children will begin to foster independence at mealtime while the teacher models good eating habits. |
| 11:00am | Lunch Time Each child will be encouraged to sit at the table to eat with their friends. Lunch will be served and children will begin to foster independence at mealtime while the teacher models good eating habits. | Each child will be encouraged to sit at the table to eat with their friends. Lunch will be served and children will begin to foster independence at mealtime while the teacher models good eating habits. |
| 11:30am | Physical Education / Movement The children will engage in large group teacher-directed movement activities; sometimes accompanied by music. | The children will engage in large group teacher-directed movement activities; sometimes accompanied by music. |
| 12:00pm | Nap Time Children will rest on cots and listen to classical lullaby music. A mid-day nap and rest plays a crucial role in enhancing the memory, alertness, as well as the cognitive and physical development of students. | Children will rest on cots and listen to classical lullaby music. A mid-day nap and rest plays a crucial role in enhancing the memory, alertness, as well as the cognitive and physical development of students. |
| 1:00pm | Activity Time A balance of individual and small group in the centers set up in the classroom. One teacher-directed activity at this time will be set up for the children to participate. | A balance of individual and small group in the centers set up in the classroom. One teacher-directed activity at this time will be set up for the children to participate. |
| 2:10pm | End of the Day Circle Time Review of the day's activities, talk about what will happen tomorrow and prepare the children for departure. | Review of the day's activities, talk about what will happen tomorrow and prepare the children for departure. |
| 2:20pm | Dismissal Children who are full day will be dismissed outside the front of the school. | Children who are full day will be dismissed outside the front of the school. |
Our 3-K teachers are passionate about sparking curiosity and building social skills in three-year-olds. Through play, creativity, and guided discovery, they help each child develop language, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning.
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Explore even more opportunities for your child to learn, grow, and thrive through our additional programs designed to support every stage of development. From enriching after school activities to engaging summer experiences, we provide a safe, nurturing environment where children can continue building confidence, creativity, and lifelong friendships.
Two-year-olds are beginning to build confidence, curiosity, and independence as they explore the world around them. The Toddler program focuses on nurturing social-emotional growth through guided exploration, sensory activities, hands-on learning, structured routines, and play-based experiences that encourage early communication, movement, and discovery.
Three-year-olds are growing in confidence, independence, and curiosity as they begin to engage more with the world around them. The 3-K program focuses on exploration, discovery, teacher-guided learning, hands-on activities, and center-based play that support social, emotional, cognitive, and language development in a fun and nurturing environment.
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Our Extended Day program provides Toddler, 3-K, and Pre-K children with a safe, nurturing environment after the school day. With enriching activities and caring staff, children continue to grow, play, and thrive until 6:00pm.
Our after school program gives K-5 students a safe, structured, and enriching environment to grow academically and socially after the school day ends.
Summer Camp at Stepping Stones keeps ages 2 to 7 students active, creative, and engaged all summer long with themed weekly activities, outdoor adventures, and enriching experiences.