Blueside Preschool

Blueside Preschool is a Spanish Immersion program that offers early learning services to toddlers and preschool-age children. Curriculum adapts accordingly to children's needs, interests and learning styles. Daily activities include singing, movement, storytelling and group instruction. Outdoor walks and park visits support nature exploration and gross motor development. We strive to create an environment where every child feels nurtured and understood by experienced, dedicated and caring teachers who value their opinions and guide them as they learn about the world around them. With and appreciation for their uniqueness as individuals, we offer a holistic approach and delve deeply into empathy, respect, self love and mindful living. We help them cultivate a strong relationship with themselves and the world around them. Our program promotes diversity and acceptance by teaching children Spanish in an organic manner through our day-to-day interactions and varied activities. Learning a second language brings them incredible benefits by activating new neural pathways in their brain helping them develop key critical thinking skills, boosting their creativity and increasing their understanding of their first language.

The early years of a child's life are busy. Learning is happening all the time and is interwoven through all the developmental domains including Physical, Social/emotional, Cognitive and Communication. Our role is to become involved in play-based group learning experiences as a guide and resource. Each child is viewed and honored as a unique individual, a natural researcher with an infinite capacity to learn. We are inspired by the Reggio Emilia Philosophy as we observe, listen and document while they teach us how to better serve their needs and challenge them in appropriate ways.

A typical day starts with table activities and free play, followed by story time which includes singing and reading in both English and Spanish. We then take a snack break and play until it's time to head off to the park to explore, play and interact with nature. Soon after eating lunch outdoors we return and prepare for a well merited snooze (calm time for non-nappers). Children can rest for as long as needed. Once our friends are awake, we have an afternoon snack and play until it's time to say goodbye.

Visit us at www.bluesidepreschool.com to learn more and submit your free application.