Year-Round Daycare & Preschool
Programs for ages 6 weeks - 5 years are offered year-round. In addition, before/after care and our summer program are available for children through age 8.
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Infants (ages 6 weeks - 18 months)
MAXIMUM OF 5 CHILDREN
Catherines Cottage infants participate in sensory based learning experiences rich in activities that stimulate positive and nurturing guidance. Our goal is to constantly provide fun activities that will help your child build upon their cognitive, communication, emotional, fine motor, gross motor and social skills.
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Toddlers (ages 18 months - 36 months)
MAXIMUM OF 10 CHILDREN
Our goal is to provide your toddler with a loving experience that will encourage imagination, exploration, and curiosity. Building your toddler’s vocabulary, numbers, letters and colors recognition strengthens cognitive and social development.
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Preschool (3-year-olds)
MAXIMUM OF 12 CHILDREN
in the Preschool room, we focus on providing your preschooler with a love of learning, discovery, confidence and critical thinking. Your child will be challenged to become more aware of their environment by incorporating unique lesson plans that invite curiosity and exploration. Through organized teacher lead activities, your child will learn how to write their letters, draw shapes, and read simple words and understand the concept of adding and subtracting.
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Pre-K (4 & 5 Year Olds)
MAXIMUM OF 12 CHILDREN
in Pre-K, our goal is to prepare your child for public or private kindergarten. We will focus on language arts and literacy (phonics), science, mathematics, social studies, social, emotional development and character education. We recognize that building a strong foundation is important for your active learner as they become involved in the world around them.
Catherine’s Cottage specialized curricula for the developing child includes Creative Curriculum and Hatch early childhood curriculum.
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The philosophy of The Creative Curriculum® is that young children learn best by doing. The Creative Curriculum® is built on theories of development in young children, all children learn through active exploration of their environment and therefore the environment plays a critical role in learning.
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Children learn to work independently while teachers monitor their progress. Our teachers use technology in conjunction with our curriculum to foster a love of learning. By adding technology to our teaching approach, the children are gaining skills in technology and math.
TeachSmart supports the latest research and a variety of national standards. The software incorporates the utilization of real photography, a licensed speech pathologist, and scaffolding for every lesson. Our TeachSmart solution is developmentally appropriate technology that seamlessly integrates into our classrooms and curriculum.
Readiness skills in the area of literacy and math are goals set for our Prekindergarten children. By using Hatch Interactive Display, we are promoting developmentally appropriate technology that seamlessly integrates with our curriculum.
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Catherine's Cottage playground area is a vibrant and lively space designed for children to engage in active play and social interaction. It typically features a variety of equipment and structures tailored to different age groups and interests. The ground surface is often covered with soft materials like mulch to provide safety in case of falls. Bright colors, playful designs, and imaginative themes contribute to creating an inviting atmosphere that stimulates children's creativity and encourages exploration. Benches and shaded areas offer caregivers a place to supervise while the children play. Overall, the playground area serves as a hub for fun, physical activity, and social interaction for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years old.