The curriculum for the Private Kindergarten Program includes programs used in many elementary schools across the country, as well as some unique to the Academy, including:

Scholastic's Kindergarten Place Reading Program

This literature-based program includes fiction, non-fiction and poetry designed to teach your child skills such as:

• Listening
• Sharing ideas
• Conversation
• Writing

Zaner-Bloser or D'Nelian Handwriting Programs

Before entering first grade, your child will learn how to do these basic skills:

• Write their names
• Write from left to right
• Write lowercase and uppercase letters from memory
• Tell stories which combine writing and illustration

Everyday Learning's Everyday Math Program

Introduces concepts of elementary geometry, money, time and value, and incorporates real objects for hands-on practice in:

• Counting
• Sorting
• Graphing
• Estimating
• Problem solving
• Measuring

AIMS Science^® Programs

Takes a "discovery" approach to learning about:

• Seasons
• Days, weeks and months
• Characteristics of animals and plants
• Good health
• The body and the five senses
• Caring for the environment

Social Studies/Community Awareness Program

Familiar elements like toys, games, show-and-tell, group discussions and guest speakers introduce your child to basic social concepts, such as:

• Responsibility
• Tolerance and dignity
• The need for rules
• Diversity
• How money is used
• Tools and activities of various occupations

La Petite Academy's Kids of Character Program

Features monthly activities relative to the distinct Kids of Character theme:

• Teamwork
• Citizenship
• Problem solving
• Kindness
• Honesty
• Respect
• Self-discipline
• Responsibility
• Perseverance

Environment

We take great pride in creating an environment designed for learning. Materials and supplies are available to children and not used by other groups of children or during other parts of the day.

Parent Communication

The most important communication occurs daily between teachers and parents during drop-off and pick-up times. In addition, you'll get weekly teacher newsletters and monthly kindergarten newsletters. There are two scheduled parent-teacher conferences throughout the school year. Parents also receive three report cards per year.

Reviewing Children's Progress

Kindergarten report cards are completed and sent home three times during the school year. Additionally, each day, you will have the chance to review your child's portfolio containing completed work and journal writings.