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 30 minutes to do other things you need to.
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.
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 thematic and does require 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.
Occasionally, we use activity sheets to reinforce a skill that we have been learning in the classroom, but we do not overuse activity sheets.
The activity sheets that we use keeps 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.
Occasionally, we use activity sheets to reinforce a skill that we have been learning in the classroom, but we do not overuse activity sheets.
The activity sheets that we use keeps 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 playdough.
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.
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 social interaction and communication between a group of Preschool peers and experienced Preschool Teachers.
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 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 Preschool Education 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 Preschool Education 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 PRESCHOOL 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 EARLY LEARNING STANDARDS FOR PLANNING CURRICULUM,AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES. WE USE A THEMATIC APPROACH TO LEARNING. EACH MONTH IS A DIFFERENT THEME AND WE PLAN OUR LEARNING EXPERIENCES, SKILLS AND CONCEPTS AROUND THAT THEME. WE ALSO LISTEN TO THE INTEREST OF THE CHILDREN AND DO ALLOW OURSELVES TO BE FLEXIBLE SO TO INCLUDE THOSE INTEREST INTO OUR LEARNING.
FAMILIES HAVE DIFFERENT NEEDS AND SO FOR SOME SMARTKIDS PRESCHOOL ENRICHMENT IS THE SOLE PRESCHOOL FOR THEIR CHILD, AND FOR OTHERS WE ARE A SUPPORT TO THEIR CHILD'S TRADITIONAL PRESCHOOL LEARNING OR HOMESCHOOLING.
WE USE EARLY LEARNING STANDARDS FOR PLANNING CURRICULUM,AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES. WE USE A THEMATIC APPROACH TO LEARNING. EACH MONTH IS A DIFFERENT THEME AND WE PLAN OUR LEARNING EXPERIENCES, SKILLS AND CONCEPTS AROUND THAT THEME. WE ALSO LISTEN TO THE INTEREST OF THE CHILDREN AND DO ALLOW OURSELVES TO BE FLEXIBLE SO TO INCLUDE THOSE INTEREST INTO OUR LEARNING.
FAMILIES HAVE DIFFERENT NEEDS AND SO FOR SOME SMARTKIDS PRESCHOOL ENRICHMENT IS THE SOLE PRESCHOOL FOR THEIR CHILD, AND FOR OTHERS WE ARE A SUPPORT TO THEIR CHILD'S TRADITIONAL PRESCHOOL LEARNING OR HOMESCHOOLING.
I'm not technical. Will you show me how to login?
YES. WE'VE PUT TOGETHER AMAZING VIDEO TRAININGS THAT WILL WALK YOU THROUGH HOW TO LOGIN. IT'S EASY!
What requirements do I need to participate?
YOU'LL NEED INTERNET AND A LAPTOP OR DESKTOP COMPUTER. YOU CAN USE AN IPAD OR A PHONE BUT WE DON'T RECOMMEND IT BECAUSE IT'S TOO HARD TO SEE EVERYONE'S FACES AND ACTUALLY SOCIALIZE WITH THEM.
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. THE LINKS WE USE TO JOIN OUR ONLINE CLASSROOM ARE EXCLUSIVE TO OUR PRESCHOOL FAMILIES SO NO ONE ELSE CAN ACCESS THE ONLINE CLASSROOM. PLUS, OUR ONLINE CLASSROOM IS MONITORED BY A TEACHER AT ALL TIMES WHEN IN USE. I ASK THAT YOU NEVER SHARE YOUR CLASSROOM LINK WITH OTHERS NOT 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. So, we are open during the summer. However, 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.
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.