Academics
What children learn in Preschool
Learning goals for our Preschool and Junior Kindergarten classes (ages 2 to 4).
Ages 2 to 4
Preschool & Junior Kindergarten
Language & Early LiteracyBuilding vocabulary, speaking and listening in French, understanding stories and instructions, expressing ideas, discovering books, and gradually preparing for reading and writing.
Early MathDiscovering numbers and quantities through play and hands-on activities: counting, comparing, sorting, recognizing patterns and shapes, and solving simple everyday problems.
Movement & Physical DevelopmentRunning, jumping, climbing, balancing, throwing and moving with confidence while developing coordination, body awareness and cooperation.
Arts & MusicDrawing, painting, creating, singing, listening to music, dancing and discovering different forms of artistic expression.
Exploring the WorldDiscovering nature, living things, materials, objects, time and space through observation, exploration and hands-on experiences.
Growing TogetherLearning to become independent, follow classroom routines, cooperate, express emotions, respect others and find one’s place within a group.
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