Preschool Playgroup Program (Ages 2.5–5)

 

Format: Playgroup style — parents/caregivers must remain present
Schedule: 3 mornings per week Mon/Wed/Fri  9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

 

Program Goals

• Foster social-emotional growth in a safe, inclusive space.

• Encourage early learning skills through play, movement, and exploration.

• Support caregivers with modeling of early childhood strategies.

• Blend structured group activities with free-choice play.

 

Daily Structure

9:30 – 9:45 | Arrival & Free Play

• Open centers (blocks, pretend play, sensory bins).

• Gentle music, warm greetings.

 

9:45 – 10:10 | Circle Time

• Welcome song, calendar, weather.

• Storytime or theme-of-the-day introduction.

 

10:10 – 10:40 | Guided Activity

• Monday: Art & Creative Expression

• Wednesday: Music & Movement

• Friday: Cooking Project or Science Exploration

 

10:40 – 11:00 | Outdoor Play / Gross Motor

• Playground, nature walk, ball play, obstacle course.

 

11:00 – 11:20 | Snack & Social Time

• Parent-provided nut-safe snack.

• Caregivers model social language and sharing.

 

11:20 – 11:50 | Themed Small Groups

• Rotations by caregiver-child pairs (puzzles, fine motor, literacy, dramatic play).

• Instructor floats to model facilitation strategies.

 

11:50 – 12:10 | Group Activity

• Parachute play, group game, or collaborative building.

 

12:10 – 12:30 | Closing Circle

• Songs, gratitude sharing, preview of next day.

• Goodbye routine.

 

Weekly Theme Rotation

Each week centers around a theme to tie activities together.

• Week 1: “All About Me”

• Week 2: “Colors & Shapes”

• Week 3: “Farm & Garden”

• Week 4: “Animals Around the World”

• Week 5: “Feelings & Friendship”

• Week 6: “Seasons & Weather”

 

Caregiver’s Role

• Remain present with their child throughout the session.

• Participate alongside children in play and activities.

• Learn strategies from the facilitator for encouraging social skills, cooperation, and early academics.