9:00-11:45 (approximately). 

Program Options: Five Days, MWF, or TTh

So that our Twos can begin their first school experience happily, we open the year with two Orientation Days. Orientation Days are fun, low-key visits with the goal of helping your child feel comfortable starting school. You and your child will be invited to play in the classroom on the first visit and on a playground during the next. You will be joined by one of the teachers and a couple of other classmates. You are welcome to play alongside your child or just stay close by. During the visit you can point out your child’s cubby and appealing things in the classroom, help them connect with the teacher, and, on your way out, briefly show them the drop off routine. You will want to signal to your child that this is the place to be–that the teachers are loving and your child will be well cared for. Your child will take the cue from you and quickly begin to feel “at home” at Elmwood. 

Over the summer children often listen to our playlist, Elmwood Sings, which can be found on Spotify, Apple Music, etc. They enjoy these familiar connections from the first day they are in school.

Every Day

Children are welcomed each day and invited to play. They enjoy the dollhouse, sandbox, play dough, kitchen, easel, manipulatives, and reading corner.  

Teachers are warm, inviting, and down on the children’s level, actively engaged in play. They build relationships among children and support their play and language to become more social.

The children enjoy a story during snack time, sing all day long, and go outside every day (weather permitting). They look forward to playing with the other Twos class at SandWorld, Bikes, Elmville, the Basketball, the Ballpark, and Soccer.

Each week Music and Movement with Anne is a highlight. The children enjoy singing along to the music of her guitar, acting out songs and nursery rhymes, dancing, and playing musical games.

Throughout the Year

The children explore themes that are meaningful and relevant to them through art, music, books, and other experiences. The themes encourage them to take a closer look at the world around them and share connections they are making.