At Lavender Pre-School, we provide a warm, nurturing environment where children grow, learn, and explore through nature. Our thoughtfully designed classes cater to the developmental needs of each age group, allowing your child to thrive at their own pace. Here’s an overview of the classes we offer:
A World of Discovery Through Play
Our Play Group program is designed for toddlers to begin exploring the world around them through sensory-rich play and nature-based activities. At this stage, children are just starting to engage with their environment and peers, and our program offers them a safe space to do so. Guided by our experienced educators, your child will enjoy tactile experiences such as feeling natural materials, exploring water play, and observing the wonders of nature firsthand. This class encourages early social skills, language development, and motor skill growth in a nurturing, outdoor-oriented environment.
Curiosity and Learning in Nature
In our Nursery class, children begin to build upon their early learning experiences, exploring more structured activities while continuing to immerse themselves in the natural world. At this stage, children’s curiosity blossoms, and our curriculum incorporates early literacy and numeracy skills along with nature-based exploration. Nursery students are introduced to more purposeful nature walks, where they observe the changing seasons, plant growth, and the animals in their environment. The program is designed to foster independent learning and provide opportunities for creativity, from crafting with natural materials to exploring rhythm and movement in our music and dance classes.
Building Confidence Through Exploration and Learning
Our Lower Kindergarten program focuses on developing independent learning skills while encouraging exploration through nature. At this age, children are eager to learn new concepts and engage with the world around them. The LKG curriculum integrates early academic concepts, including phonics, basic math, and science, all tied to nature-based themes. Nature walks provide a rich environment for hands-on learning, where children explore topics such as plant growth, weather patterns, and local wildlife. Our music and dance classes also play a key role in fostering creativity, physical development, and rhythm, helping children express themselves in new ways.
Preparing for the Next Step in Learning and Life
In our Upper Kindergarten program, children build on the foundational skills they’ve developed in previous years, focusing on more complex academic learning while continuing their connection with nature. UKG students are introduced to more advanced concepts in language, math, and science, with lessons rooted in real-world experiences. Nature walks become more purposeful, and excursions take children out into the community to explore. In addition, our music and dance programs help children develop coordination, creativity, and expression, complementing their cognitive growth.
In addition to our core classes, we offer various enriching programs that enhance our nature-based curriculum.
These classes introduce children to rhythm, melody, and movement, helping them develop coordination, balance, and creative expression. The themes often incorporate natural elements, such as sounds found in nature or movements inspired by animals, fostering a deeper connection to the environment.
Our nature walks and excursions are a cornerstone of our program. They offer children real-world learning experiences, allowing them to observe, explore, and learn about nature firsthand. Whether it’s discovering the lifecycle of a plant or observing animals in their habitats, these excursions make learning come alive.
We celebrate the changing seasons through festivals, community events, and gardening projects, helping children connect with the rhythms of nature and understand the importance of sustainability.
At Lavender Pre-School, we provide an environment where children can learn, grow, and bloom in the beauty of nature. Join us in nurturing your child’s curiosity, creativity, and love for the environment!
