Transitional Kindergarten
Transitional Kindergarten (TK) is an educational program designed for children who are too old for preschool but not yet eligible for kindergarten. This program serves as a bridge, providing a nurturing and structured environment where children can develop essential academic and social-emotional skills at a comfortable pace. TK focuses on early literacy, math, and hands-on learning, helping children build a strong foundation for future success. With smaller class sizes and dedicated, supportive teachers, the program ensures a smooth and confident transition to kindergarten, while meeting the unique needs of young learners who are in that critical developmental stage.
EARLY ACADEMIC SKILLS: Focuses on pre-literacy and numeracy skills. Headstart on foundational skills.
SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT: TK emphasizes social skills, helping children learn to interact with peers, share and follow classroom rules.
INCREASED CONFIDENCE: Success in a less formal setting boosts children’s confidence, positively impacting their attitude towards learning.
DIFFERENTIATED INSTRUCTION: TK allows for personalized instruction to address the unique needs of each child, promoting a more tailored learning experience.
SUPPORT FOR YOUNG LEARNERS: TK recognizes the developmental needs of younger learners, providing a play-based and age-appropriate curriculum.
SMOOTH TRANSITION TO KINDERGARTEN: Eases the transition to kindergarten by familiarizing children with the expectations and structure of a classroom environment.
PREPARATION FOR FORMAL EDUCATION: TK serves as a steppingstone to formal education, introducing routines and classroom expectations.
A Typical Day in TK
8:15 AM - 8:30 AM
Arrival
8:30 AM - 9:10 AM
Social & Interactive Play
9:10 AM - 10:15 AM
Morning Activities
Morning meeting, literacy and writing skills, and a bathroom break!
10:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Snack & Physical Activity
Snack / STEM bins, recess, and gym time
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Lunch
Lunch and another bathroom break!
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Afternoon Activities
Read aloud, social studies, literacy centers, and small groups
2:00 PM - 2:10 PM