Preschool

Our Preschool Program

Our mission is to inspire a maplifelonglove of learning with a focus on scholarship. For 23 years of existence,Ed hasmore.The CEY Preschool program is designed to prepare children for kindergarten and foster a love for lifelong learning.

for children between 30 months - 6 years; staff/child ratio is 1:8

This program offers children the opportunity to explore a variety of activities in the classroom, while becoming familiar with a daily routine similar to that of a school setting.

ELECT-Aligned Curriculum with Montessori Elements

Our preschool curriculum is aligned with the ELECT framework and incorporates elements of the Montessori approach

Supporting Independence & Individual Growth

We understand that every child develops at their own pace, and we encourage independence, responsibility, and interaction in a way that suits each child’s unique needs.

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Early Literacy

Reading, Listening, Writing, and Oral Communication

Listen to stories and retell them

Explore sounds and create rhymes

Engage in asking and answering questions

Practice printing their names

Recognize letters from A to Z

Early Numeracy

Number Sense, Patterning, Spatial Awareness, Geometry, Measurement, and Data Management/Probability

Early Math Skills: Counting, Sorting & Patterns

✓ Count objects up to 10 ✓ Represent a given number using pictures or objects
✓ Sort objects by shape, colours, or size
✓ Identify and create patterns
✓ Compare objects based on length, weight, or volume

Personal and Social Development: Self-Awareness, Self-Reliance, and Social Relationships

✓ Learn how to work collaboratively in a group
✓ Develop the skills to make and maintain friendships
✓ Understand and express emotions
✓ Follow directions and take on responsibilities

Creative Expression

✓ Express feelings and ideas through music, drama, and art
✓ Experiment with various materials like paint, clay, and crayons, while learning about colours, shapes, lines, and patterns
✓ Use imagination to create stories through role-play
✓ Participate in action songs

Environment and Community Awareness

✓ Use their five senses to explore the world around them
✓ Experiment with blocks, wood, clay, water, and sand
✓ Identify shapes, colours, signs, and patterns in their surroundings
✓ Learn about local places and community activities

Physical Skills and Health Learning

✓ Make healthy lifestyle choices
✓ Learn about maintaining a healthy lifestyle
✓ Understand safety and how to live safely
✓ Explore the importance of exercise

Programs Offered at CEY Chapters

Most CEY chapters offer the following four programs

Infants (under 18 months)

Our Infant Program offers a safe and nurturing environment tailored to support your baby’s first stages of growth and development. With personalized care, sensory activities, and a focus on building trust, we help infants feel secure as they explore their world

Toddlers (Ages: 18 months to 2.5 years)

The Toddler Program is designed to spark curiosity and encourage independence. Through hands-on activities, guided exploration, and social interactions, toddlers build essential skills while developing their confidence and creativity.

Pre-School (Ages: 2.5 to 4 years old)

Our Pre-School Program focuses on preparing children for a lifetime of learning. With a blend of play-based and structured activities, we foster critical thinking, language development, and social skills in a fun and engaging way.
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