Hands-on, project-based activities grounded in children’s interests spark exploration, independence, and critical thinking.
Preschool for 4 and 5-Year-Olds
Ready to Soar
At Ivybrook Academy, we understand the exciting growth and readiness of four- and five-year-olds as they prepare for the next steps in their educational journey. Our Prekindergarten and Transitional Kindergarten programs are thoughtfully designed to challenge, inspire, and prepare young learners through a balanced approach of academic exploration and creative play.
Emerging Skills We Foster
As children grow, they develop essential skills that prepare them for future academic success and personal growth. Through engaging, hands-on experiences, we foster curiosity, creativity, and confidence while building a strong foundation in literacy, math, problem-solving, and social-emotional development. Here’s how we support their emerging skills:
Early Literacy
Children develop foundational literacy skills, including identifying letters and sounds, practicing early writing, and blending sounds to form simple words.
Mathematical Reasoning
Through hands-on activities, children practice counting, explore basic addition and subtraction, and recognize patterns and shapes.
Critical Thinking
Inquiry-based learning encourages children to ask questions, explore solutions, and think critically about the world around them.
Independence and Responsibility
Children are encouraged to make decisions, follow multi-step instructions, and take pride in completing tasks independently.
Social and Emotional Growth
Group projects, discussions, and role-play activities nurture collaboration, empathy, and effective communication.
Creative Exploration
Art, music, and project work inspire children to express themselves, explore new ideas, and embrace their creativity.
Daily Outcomes 4-Year-Olds
Playful, integrated activities introduce letters, numbers, and patterns, establishing early literacy and math concepts.
Techniques such as mindfulness and guided breathing help children manage emotions, build patience, and strengthen emotional resilience.
Structured group activities foster teamwork, respectful communication, and collaborative problem-solving.
Engaging activities like bead stringing, drawing, and early writing exercises improve hand-eye coordination and fine motor control.
Daily Outcomes 5-Year-Olds
Engaging activities introduce early reading and math through storytelling, environmental print, and interactive problem-solving exercises, nurturing foundational academic skills.
Children take active roles in their learning environment, fostering responsibility, empathy, and a strong sense of community.
Hands-on challenges and open-ended questions spark creative thinking, resilience, and a passion for discovery.
Outdoor activities encourage respect for nature, understanding of ecosystems, and hands-on gardening experiences, cultivating a lasting connection to the natural world.
Emphasis on both cognitive and social-emotional development prepares children for elementary schooling, highlighting adaptability, collaboration, and a positive approach to lifelong learning.
Discover Ivybrook Academy Near You
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