Preschool (3K PROGRAM)

The childhood of any person consists of certain periods, during which babies discover new opportunities and horizons almost every day. Each of these periods has its own characteristics. Having come to our 3-year-old preschool, their world ceases to exist only within the framework of the family and the kid gradually “merges” into the life of society.

How does the child’s life change after 3 years?

At three years old, the little one has already grown up and got stronger, they have become more independent and have their own interests. Now children won’t play with rattles or just run around the apartment as well as sit in one place for a long time and do the same type of work.

Normally, they need a stable preschool for 3-year-olds regime to be able to express energy and emotions, realize their strengths and capabilities, develop intellectual abilities and simply have fun. Fortunately, we have made a timetable that fits both children and adults.

3-year-old preschool curriculum
This period in the life of a baby is a time when parents need to pay particular attention to activities aimed at the development of the child. Moreover, it is desirable that classes for 3-year-olds are conducted in a playful way.

Hence, the assimilation of information occurs at a subconscious level. Considering all of the features of childhood education, we have formed a full-fledged program to promote kid’s progress. There are several main aspects that are included into 3-year-old preschool timetable.

Physical abilities
At this age, the baby usually already knows how to jump, run, climb objects, makes attempts to play group games.

Social and communicative skills
In 3-year-old preschools our care providers teach a child:

• to say hello when meeting with other children and adults.
• to get acquainted with peers.
• to share and exchange.
• to take part in joint games with others.
• to use imagination in joint games.
• be able to talk about themselves: their name, the name of their parents;
• speak polite words and know the rules of behavior in society.

Logical and mathematical development
Between three and four years, there is an improvement in the basic logical operations and mathematical concepts, enabling the child to:

• count to 10.
• name the primary colors.
• know geometric shapes.
• compare objects according to 1-2 criteria.
• add pictures from fragments.
• find differences between similar pictures.

Intellectual development
Starting from the age of three, the baby forms a certain knowledge base that they try to apply. Generally, teachers of 3-year-old preschool educate the following material:

• names and characteristics of 10 pets.
• 5-7 species of birds and animals, showing them in the picture.
• the names of several vegetables, berries, fruit and mushrooms.
• times of day and their characteristics.
• seasons and how they differ.
• natural phenomena.
• body parts, learning to show them.
• 3-5 popular professions.
• up to 10 types of vehicles.

Speech skills
With the help of our program, children learn to make up simple phrases, talk about recent events, retell a fairy tale based on illustrations, talk about themselves, try to change words by case.
After 3 years you can confidently begin visiting 3-year-old preschool, giving the kid the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the world around, study foreign languages or music. Our caring educators will do their best to provide your babies with appropriate knowledge and skills for their future studying and development.

FAQ

Is a 3-year-old too early for preschool?

While for some parents it seems that for a 3-year-old kid is too early to visit educational institutions, in a reliable preschool, caregivers will take care of each little learner, promoting emotional and social growth, cognitive development through the execution of creative tasks, and talent unleashing. The component of a good preschool:

• warm, nurturing, and welcoming atmosphere.
• age-appropriate curriculum.
• learning materials that suit kids’ age;
• well-designed exterior and interior, as well as kid-friendly facilities.
• smartly developed educational activities.
• caring, experienced, innovative, committed, and open-minded staff.

Thus, your child obtains a great opportunity to explore the world, discover new things through engaging play, interact with peers and adults, and accomplish new goals. A teacher will foster a thirst for knowledge, encourage positive relationships, and ensure that each small student receives the necessary care and attention. However, parents must individually determine whether their children are ready for a preschool and won’t feel any discomfort or experience stress when going into a completely new environment.

What should a 3-year-old know for preschool?

When your kids should start an educational journey depends not only on the age. Every responsible parent must be sure that a kid is mentally, emotionally, intellectually, and socially prepared for the preschool program. Here are the common signs of your child’s readiness to begin obtaining new experiences with the assistance of preschool teachers:

• your kid is ready for separation, can cope with emotions and feelings, knows how to build friendship.
• your kid is independent enough to handle the tasks that teachers can give within the preschool curriculum.
• a 3-year-old student can express an opinion and share thoughts.
• a child can concentrate and not be distracted by unnecessary things during the learning process and play-based activities.

Also, make sure that your kid can interact with others easily, self-confident, and ready for gaining new knowledge. Thus, the responsibility of parents is to recognize readiness, and the responsibility of caregivers is to ensure a smooth educational experience, comprehensive development, and healthy growth.

How many days should a 3-year-old go to preschool?

Different preschools offer different learning programs and educational experiences. Parents, when considering which place to pick for their kids, must inquire more about how children will spend their time, what skills the teacher focuses on the most, how play-based activities look like to be sure that small students can handle the rhythm of learning and will be capable of dealing with preschool tasks in a comfortable surrounding and in own pace. Thus, there are two common options available when it comes to early education: a full-time preschool program and a more flexible and convenient program for a kid of 3 years old. In the first case, a kid should visit an institution 5 days/per week. However, for the smallest learners, the safest path is a 3-days approach. So, if a child is not fully prepared for the standard curriculum, you can choose more personalized preschool services or wait till your kid will be emotionally and socially ready for a new experience.

How important is preschool for a 3-year-old?

The preschool’s mission is to ensure comprehensive development for each small explorer and careful monitoring of all students during active learning, valuing diversity and individual needs. Nurturing curiosity, encouraging exploration, and promoting creativity are the top goals for most preschools while teachers will also ensure that each kid acquires the essential knowledge and skills for their age. For a kid of 3 years old, it is of paramount importance to begin early learning, as preschool specialists will ensure:

• cognitive growth.
• gaining communication skills.
• building good self-esteem and self-worth.
• unleashing natural potential.
• development of fine motor, language, basic math skills.

There is an array of other crucial reasons why kids should attend preschool and how it can benefit them. Thus, small kids will learn how to independently perform complex tasks, cooperate in a team, interact with adults, respect other opinions, and express their own. Moreover, dedicated, and passionate teachers will shape a great foundation for further educational stages, such as kindergartens and schools.