Do parents have to be present?
No, however, you do need to log your child into their Virtual classroom for each class. After that you can stay but not visibly on camera. Some parents sit off to the side or you can use that class time to do things you need to get done.
Coffee break!
Me time!
Log your learner in and we will engage them!
We suggest that if there are specific materials needed for a class that you make them readily available for the child to access on their own without further assistance.
Coffee break!
Me time!
Log your learner in and we will engage them!
We suggest that if there are specific materials needed for a class that you make them readily available for the child to access on their own without further assistance.
Do parents have to print things off or help outside of preschool class?
Our curriculum is concept and skill based and does require some materials occasionally.
We will send you a material list but we ask for minimum basic materials that are generally found around the home or that your child may already have in their play materials.
As apart of our program we do use SmartKids Curriculum Activity Sheets and Workbooks. These materials are provided to you upon enrollment along with a schedule of when they will be needed.
Our activity sheets and workbooks helps to give your child hands-on-practice while in class and after class.
These materials keep parents from having to purchase a lot of materials or from having to make something for the project.
We utilize this method to make things easier.
FYI: We offer free activity sheets, flashcards and more in the Parent Portal so that you use anytime to reinforce learning.
We will send you a material list but we ask for minimum basic materials that are generally found around the home or that your child may already have in their play materials.
As apart of our program we do use SmartKids Curriculum Activity Sheets and Workbooks. These materials are provided to you upon enrollment along with a schedule of when they will be needed.
Our activity sheets and workbooks helps to give your child hands-on-practice while in class and after class.
These materials keep parents from having to purchase a lot of materials or from having to make something for the project.
We utilize this method to make things easier.
FYI: We offer free activity sheets, flashcards and more in the Parent Portal so that you use anytime to reinforce learning.
Do parents have to buy Supplies?
I highly suggest construction paper, markers, crayons, glue, watercolor paint and play dough, child-safety scissors, and a whiteboard.
DISCLAIMER: We advise you to monitor your child when using scissor by assisting them. Also, please practice scissor safety before class and purchase child-safety scissors. We highly recommend that you don't give your child stand adult size scissors as this can be dangerous and cause harm/injury. SmartKids Preschool Enrichment LLC are not responsible if harm or injury happens, so please monitor or if you feel that your child is not ready for child-safety scissors, tearing is appropriate or an adult can pre-cut any materials for the learners before class.
We can do a lot of activities with these basic materials.
Some projects may require additional supplies but we keep it budget friendly and balance between buying supplies and using things around the home.
DISCLAIMER: We advise you to monitor your child when using scissor by assisting them. Also, please practice scissor safety before class and purchase child-safety scissors. We highly recommend that you don't give your child stand adult size scissors as this can be dangerous and cause harm/injury. SmartKids Preschool Enrichment LLC are not responsible if harm or injury happens, so please monitor or if you feel that your child is not ready for child-safety scissors, tearing is appropriate or an adult can pre-cut any materials for the learners before class.
We can do a lot of activities with these basic materials.
Some projects may require additional supplies but we keep it budget friendly and balance between buying supplies and using things around the home.
Are there other costs besides my monthly tuition?
No. There are no other costs required to enroll.
Is this an online "learning" video game or worksheet website?
No. There is no video game component to our Virtual Learning Program. We promote live virtual social interaction, communication and hands on activities between a group of same age peers and experienced Preschool Teachers.
We do utilize an app with an assigned classroom and assigned digital activities that meet the individual needs of the learner from the Teacher(s) observations.
You will be given access to this app.
All Teachers are able to assign specific activities and monitor your child's progress in the app classroom.
We do utilize an app with an assigned classroom and assigned digital activities that meet the individual needs of the learner from the Teacher(s) observations.
You will be given access to this app.
All Teachers are able to assign specific activities and monitor your child's progress in the app classroom.
What's the difference between your VIRTUAL preschool and Hooked on Phonics or ABC Mouse?
The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests that Preschoolers have nor more than 1 HOUR of SCREEN TIME per day, so our program has structured our Virtual Preschool/Pre-Kindergarten around that professional recommendation.
We believe that many Families prefer that there child engage in real-life social interactions and language exchanges that also fosters their development socially, emotionally, cognitively and linguistically.
We believe in Developmentally Appropriate Practices so though we are VIRTUAL we are a Enrichment program with the goal to ENRICH your child's learning journey.
We believe that many Families prefer that there child engage in real-life social interactions and language exchanges that also fosters their development socially, emotionally, cognitively and linguistically.
We believe in Developmentally Appropriate Practices so though we are VIRTUAL we are a Enrichment program with the goal to ENRICH your child's learning journey.
What if my child is shy, active, loud, etc.?
AFTER 20 PLUS YEARS OF TEACHING AND TRAINING OTHER PRESCHOOL TEACHERS, I THINK I'VE WORKED WITH MANY CHILDREN WITH DIFFERENT PERSONALITIES AND LEARNING STYLES. I'M EXCITED TO TEACH YOUR CHILD AND HELP HIM OR HER HAVE A WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE!
What curriculum do you use? Do you really teach?
YES, ABSOLUTELY! WE TEACH AND WE HAVE FUN DOING IT.
We use National Early Learning Standards for planning and creating our curriculum. Our curriculum centers around strengthening the skills and concept knowledge that your child needs to be successful as they grow and age. We pride ourselves on being flexible and intentional while teaching to create a collaborative and supportive learning environment.
Families have different needs and we recognize that for some we are their sole program and for others we are one in several resources they utilize to support their child's learning and growth.
We work hard to provide an educational experience that will strengthen the needs of the learner and support the families.
We use National Early Learning Standards for planning and creating our curriculum. Our curriculum centers around strengthening the skills and concept knowledge that your child needs to be successful as they grow and age. We pride ourselves on being flexible and intentional while teaching to create a collaborative and supportive learning environment.
Families have different needs and we recognize that for some we are their sole program and for others we are one in several resources they utilize to support their child's learning and growth.
We work hard to provide an educational experience that will strengthen the needs of the learner and support the families.
I'm not technical. Will you show me how to login?
Yes. We have put together amazing training videos that will walk you through how to login.
What requirements do I need to participate?
You'll need internet, laptop or desktop computer. You can use an IPAD or Phone but we don't recommend it because it is too hard to see everyone's faces, materials the teacher may share and may make the experience difficult.
What platform are you using?
We use ZOOM, A FREE PLATFORM. OUR classroom space on zoom IS PASSWORD PROTECTED with all of their security features in place. We have several verification systems in place to ensure the safety of the children. We require that you never share your classroom login links and passwords with anyone not actively enrolled in our program.
I miss the friends I had with my child's local preschool. Can I connect with preschool parents in my child's preschool class?
ABSOLUTELY! AFTER SIGNING UP, YOU'LL JOIN OUR PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP OF AMAZING PRESCHOOL FAMILIES. WE'RE SUPER SUPPORTIVE AND EXCITED TO HAVE YOU JOIN US!
When are you close? What about Holidays?
Great question! We are a year round program. Our Pre-Kindergarten Class goes from Fall to Spring. Then, we teach exclusively on Outschool during the summer.
However, during our Pre-K school year we do reserve some holidays and vacation time each year.
We are closed on:
Thanksgiving - November 25-27
Christmas- December 23-25
New Years Eve & New Years Day
Vacation Week is announced
We will send a notice of all dates of closure in advance.
However, during our Pre-K school year we do reserve some holidays and vacation time each year.
We are closed on:
Thanksgiving - November 25-27
Christmas- December 23-25
New Years Eve & New Years Day
Vacation Week is announced
We will send a notice of all dates of closure in advance.