Half-Day Preschool in North Raleigh, NC
Classes & Specials
Our daily activities provide a variety of experiences to help children develop to their highest potential.
Daily Activities
Bible
Interactive Bible story time is part of each day as we seek to bring Old and New Testament stories to life and students learn weekly memory verses. Prayer is integral to our day and incorporated in many ways. We use the Purposeful Design Bible curriculum.
Centers
Throughout the week, children participate in small group arts and crafts, dramatic play, language and literacy, problem-solving puzzles, blocks and building, manipulatives, math concepts, science and discovery, and fine-motor development.
Circle Time
Children are introduced to the theme for the week, actively participate in group socialization, and develop listening and verbal skills and social awareness.
Discovery Class
Our Discovery Class is a special class designed for preschoolers of all ages to learn through curiosity, creativity, and play. Each day is an exciting adventure filled with hands-on activities, imaginative exploration, and opportunities to discover the world around them. As we explore, we also learn about God and His amazing creation, helping children see His love and wonder in everything they experience. Through sensory play, science activities, and creative discovery, children build important early learning skills such as problem-solving, language and communication, fine motor coordination, early math and science understanding, and positive social interaction. Each experience helps them grow in confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.
Recess
Free play on our age specific playgrounds or indoor gym in case of inclement weather is a highlight of the day for many children.
Snack/Lunch
Parent-provided (peanut-free) snacks and lunch are eaten in the classroom enabling children to practice social and verbal skills and table manners.
Weekly Activities
Chapel
Stories and Scripture about beloved Bible heroes, Jesus and His life, and God's love are shared with children in our Two Year Olds through Transitional Kindergarten classes. The children go to the Chapel for these services which are typically led by Bay Leaf Baptist Church pastors or Little Lambs staff.
Music
Through the use of movement, songs, and instruments children develop imagination, gross and fine motor skills, memory, hearing, and sight. All ages attend music class and Two Year Olds through Transitional Kindergarten classes participate in Christmas and Easter musical performances.