the Difference between Preschool 101 & Daycare
Preschool
At Preschool 101, we accept children between the ages of 3 to 5 years, with a focus on building their knowledge to be ready for formal education towards kindergarten. We focus on pre-academics which prepare the children to be ready for the academics they will be learning in formal schooling. Schedules and routines are required to be followed to help preschoolers prepare for elementary school. We operate 2-4 hours (like traditional kindergarten hours) and usually are open the same months and have similar school breaks as elementary schools. At Preschool 101, we perform assessments and screenings that guide the classroom educators to improve children’s strengths and developing areas of weaknesses.
Daycare
Unlike Preschool, some Daycare centres accept children between ages 6 months to 12 years of age. They provide a safe environment for children to stay and are taken care of when their parents are at work. Children at daycares often play with other children in the same age group, and some centres may not be mandatory (but optional) to follow the classroom schedule and routines. Daycares offer longer hours and are open during holidays and school breaks.
A Day in the Life at Preschool 101
Quiet Reading / Library Time
Children will settle in to prepare to have fun and learn.
Circle Time
Learning about the monthly theme involves singing songs, calendars, special events, and weather.
Arts & Crafts / Freeplay Time
Teacher-guided arts and crafts to focus on developing creativity and specific fine motor skills. Supervised free play allows the children to explore the room and play while learning on their own.
Snack Time
Encouraging healthy snacks and socializing with class friends to promote independence.
Story Time
The teacher will tell stories about the monthly theme and reflect on how it relates to the world around them.
Movement Time
Children will be exposed to movement through physical activities and/or music. Freedom of movement and instructed movement will be applied.