Preschool Program
Exploring the World Through Play
At Clarian Place, our Preschool Program for 3-year-olds introduces children to structured learning through guided play, hands-on discovery, and social interaction. This year is all about building independence, confidence, and school-readiness skills in a nurturing, language-rich environment.
We use the First Foundations™ Early Learning approach to support each child’s growth at their own pace—academically, socially, and emotionally.
We use the First Foundations™ Early Learning approach to support each child’s growth at their own pace—academically, socially, and emotionally.
What We Focus On
Weekly Learning Themes
Each week, children are introduced to a new letter, number, color, shape, and classroom theme—all through songs, movement, storytelling, and sensory play.
Each week, children are introduced to a new letter, number, color, shape, and classroom theme—all through songs, movement, storytelling, and sensory play.
- Early Language & Communication
- Storytime, songs, and vocabulary games
- Learning to recognize and say their own name
- Basic conversations and following directions
- Emergent Math & Logic
- Counting 1–10 (and up to 20 as appropriate)
- Simple number recognition
- Sorting by color, size, and shape
- Fine Motor Skills & Pre-Writing
- Scribbling, tracing, drawing
- Beginner use of scissors
- Holding crayons and pencils correctly
- Social-Emotional Development
- Practicing turn-taking, sharing, and using words to express feelings
- Understanding routines and classroom rules
- Building relationships with peers and adults
- Creative Exploration
- Art, pretend play, sensory bins, and music
- Encouraging imagination and self-expression
- Spanish Exposure
- Simple words for colors, numbers, and greetings
- Songs and playful repetition
Portfolio Assessments
Each child has a personal portfolio filled with their work, observations, and photos—shared with parents during conferences and sent home as a keepsake.
Our Preschool 3 classroom gently prepares your child for the next step: our Private Pre-K Program.
Our Preschool 3 classroom gently prepares your child for the next step: our Private Pre-K Program.
Visit Us
We would love to welcome you to see our preschool program in action. Come tour our center, meet our caring team, and experience the warm, nurturing environment we’ve created for your little one.
