Children learn care of oneself, care of the environment, acceptable social relationships, and control of movement. Verbal language skills and physical skills are highlighted. Early Arrival is available if the child is toilet-trained. A ratio of 6 students to one teacher is maintained. The focus is on physical development, nutrition, and emerging language.
Parents attend an evening discussion group once a month.
Topics of interest to parents of young children are presented. A trained family educator serves as the classroom teacher and is a resource for parents on parenting issues. Class size is limited to ten children plus their adult. Either or both parents, a babysitter, or relative may attend the weekly classes. A parent is expected to participate in the evening discussion group.