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Wellington Preparatory Academy Pre-K Curriculum Overview

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Program Duration 36 Weeks  
Age Group 4 to 5 Years Old  

Focus Areas

Academic Readiness. Social-Emotional Development. Physical Skills. Creativity. Global Citizenship. Sustainability Business and Etiquette

Curriculum Goals
- Foster a love for learning and develop essential skills through engaging hands-on experiences.
- Promote holistic development including cognitive social emotional and physical growth.
- Prepare students for future academic success while instilling values of global citizenship sustainability and respect.

Weekly Curriculum Breakdown

Weeks 1-4 Foundations of Learning

- Literacy Development
- Introduction to Letters and Sounds Recognizing and writing letters A-D engaging in phonics activities and letter games.
  - Storytime Adventures Exploring stories that emphasize themes of friendship and community.

- Mathematics
  - Number Recognition 1-10 Counting games using manipulatives identifying numbers in everyday contexts.
  - Shapes Exploration Recognizing and creating shapes with art projects.

- Physical Education
  - Basic Movement Skills Activities that encourage running jumping and climbing.
 - Foreign Language
  - Introduction to Spanish Basic greetings and vocabulary colors numbers.

- Etiquette
  - Introduction to Classroom Etiquette Learning about listening sharing and taking turns.

Weeks 5-8 Expanding Knowledge

- Literacy Development
  - Letters E-H Continued phonics activities focusing on new letter sounds and writing.
  - Story Sequencing Understanding the beginning middle and end of stories.

- Mathematics
  - Counting and Simple Addition Using objects for hands-on addition exercises.
  - Patterns Identifying and creating patterns with blocks and beads.

- Physical Education
  - Team Games Introduction to games that promote teamwork like relay races.

- Foreign Language
  - Spanish Vocabulary Expansion Introducing family members and common phrases.

- Business and Etiquette Class
  - Basic Economics Understanding needs vs wants through interactive activities.

Weeks 9-12 Social Skills and Community Awareness

- Literacy Development
  - Letters I-L Introduction of new letters with corresponding sounds incorporating them into writing exercises.
  - Creative Writing Encouraging students to create simple stories or drawings based on prompts.

- Mathematics
  - Comparing Quantities Learning to compare sizes and quantities using hands-on objects.
  - Exploring Time Understanding daily routines and the concept of time morning afternoon evening.

- Physical Education
  - Fine Motor Skills Activities like threading beads and cutting with scissors.

- Foreign Language
  - Cultural Exploration Learning about Spanish-speaking countries and their traditions.

- Global Citizenship
  - Community Helpers Understanding the roles of various community helpers through discussions and guest speakers.

Weeks 13-16 Environment and Sustainability

- Literacy Development
  - Letters M-P Continued phonics practice and simple sentence writing.
  - Environmental Stories Reading stories focused on nature and conservation.

- Mathematics
  - Introduction to Measurement Exploring concepts of length and weight using everyday items.
  - Graphs and Data Simple graphing activities using favorite fruits or colors.

- Physical Education
  - Outdoor Exploration Nature walks and learning about local plants and animals.

- Foreign Language
  - Spanish Nature Vocabulary Introducing words related to nature and the environment.

- Sustainability Education
  - Recycling Activities Learning about recycling and participating in a recycling project.

Weeks 17-20 Developing Empathy and Respect

- Literacy Development
  - Letters Q-T New letters and sounds focusing on writing and reading activities.
  - Story Discussions Exploring themes of empathy and kindness in literature.

- Mathematics
  - Understanding Money Basic concepts of coins and their values through play activities.
  - Addition and Subtraction Games Simple math games to reinforce concepts.

- Physical Education
  - Yoga and Mindfulness Introducing yoga techniques to promote relaxation and focus.

- Foreign Language
  - Spanish Phrases Expanding vocabulary with common phrases and expressions.

- Etiquette Class
  - Polite Communication Learning how to greet others express gratitude and apologize.

Weeks 21-24 Creative Expression and Culture

- Literacy Development
  - Letters U-Z Final letters in the alphabet focusing on review and application through writing.
  - Creative Projects Using letters and sounds to create art projects.

- Mathematics
  - Problem Solving Engaging in simple problem-solving scenarios using math.
  - Exploring Shapes Identifying and creating 3D shapes.

- Physical Education
  - Dance and Movement Incorporating dance as a fun way to express creativity and improve coordination.

- Foreign Language
  - Spanish Songs and Games Learning through music and interactive games.

- Global Citizenship
  - Cultural Celebrations Celebrating different cultures with themed activities food and traditions.

Weeks 25-28 Healthy Living and Teamwork

- Literacy Development
  - Story Creation Collaboratively creating stories as a class.
  - Book Reviews Sharing thoughts about favorite stories.

- Mathematics
  - Healthy Habits Exploring nutrition and the importance of healthy eating through math counting fruits measuring ingredients.

- Physical Education
  - Team Sports Introducing basic rules of sports and practicing teamwork through cooperative games.

- Foreign Language
  - Spanish Food Vocabulary Learning about healthy foods in Spanish.

- Sustainability Projects
  - Gardening Starting a small garden project to learn about plants and sustainability.

Weeks 29-32 Reflection and Growth

- Literacy Development
  - Reflecting on Learning Students share what they’ve learned through presentations.
  - Reading Comprehension Engaging in group reading activities to enhance understanding.

- Mathematics
  - Review and Assess Reviewing key math concepts learned throughout the year with fun games and activities.

- Physical Education
  - Fitness Challenges Encouraging physical activity through friendly competitions and challenges.

- Foreign Language
  - Review and Practice Reinforcing vocabulary and phrases learned throughout the year.

- Global Citizenship
  - Community Service Project Engaging in a service project that benefits the local community.

Weeks 33-36 Celebration and Presentation

- Literacy Development
  - Final Projects Students create a book or project showcasing their favorite learning experiences.
  - Celebration of Learning Presenting their projects to peers and parents.

- Mathematics
  - Math Fair Organizing a math fair where students showcase their understanding through interactive games and activities.

- Physical Education
  - End-of-Year Sports Day A fun day of sports and activities celebrating teamwork and physical fitness.

- Foreign Language
  - Cultural Fair Students present what they’ve learned about the cultures associated with the foreign language in a fun interactive setting.

- Etiquette and Reflection
  - Reviewing Etiquette Reinforcing the importance of politeness and respect as students prepare for the next steps in their education.

Assessment and Progress Monitoring

- Ongoing Observations Teachers will continuously assess student progress through informal observations and interactive activities.
- Parent-Teacher Conferences Scheduled conferences to share insights into each child’s development strengths and areas for growth.
- Portfolio Development Each student will maintain a portfolio showcasing their work projects and achievements throughout the year providing a comprehensive view of their progress.

At Wellington Preparatory Academy our Pre-K curriculum is designed to provide a comprehensive and enriching educational experience that nurtures each child's unique abilities and interests. By integrating core academic subjects with business concepts etiquette training global citizenship and sustainability we are preparing our students not only for academic success but also for responsible and engaged citizenship in a diverse and interconnected world.  exciting journey together.