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Preschool Classes
At FB Meekins, we have 4 wonderful class options and 3 add-on programs for you to choose from. Our engaging, play-based curriculum encourages exploration, creativity, and social growth while parents actively participate in their child’s classroom experience and in the operation of the school.
Yellows
Children between the ages of 2 and 3 are eligible for the Yellows. They meet 3 times a week on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.
Greens
Children between the ages of 2.5 and 3.5 are eligible for the Greens. They meet 4 times a week, Monday through Thursday.
Blues
Children between the ages of 3.5 and 4.5 are eligible for the Blues. They meet 4 times a week, Monday through Thursday.
Reds
Children between the ages of 4-5 are eligible for the Reds. They meet 5 days a week, Monday through Friday.
Add-On & Enrichment Programs
We offer three optional add-on programs, depending on age and class enrollment, giving children the chance to stay at Meekins longer and enjoy activities like arts and crafts, sports, and more!
As part of the co-operative experience, you get to be part of your child’s classroom experience. You participate in the day-to-day activities of your child’s classroom and school, assisting the teacher and hallway aides. It is a wonderful chance to see your child in a class setting and see how they interact with their peers. Learn more about our cooperative preschool model!
** Toilet Training is not a requirement for admittance to any of our classes. **
beyond the classroom
At Meekins, we strive to enrich your child’s education through meaningful and engaging activities, including field trips, the arts, and nature exploration. Each of these components play a vital role in their day-to-day experience at our school.
Field trips are a vital component your preschooler’s experience at Meekins. The Greens, Blues, and Reds classes go on field trips. Field trips increase a child’s interest in his community, and greatly add to his imagination, vocabulary and overall learning. Field trips open up the world to your child. Children learn that there are adults who do all sorts of important jobs. They learn that there are other adults besides their parents and teachers who truly care about their well being and educational experiences. They see other adults who truly enjoy being with them. Experiences are then integrated into classroom themes so that children can explore and experiment with the things they have seen and done. The use of props and materials in the classroom enhance the dramatic play through which they learn to apply new concepts. Adults engage children in discussions about the people they have met and the service they provide to the community. Field trips are not only those in which the children travel, they also involve in-house visitors, events and special displays.
Throughout the school year, our art education teacher visits the Greens, Blues, and Reds classes. Students are exposed to different artists and genres which may include: portrait, self-portrait, still life, photography, sculpture and landscape. After the introductory lesson, the children dabble with different media using the artist and genre as a frame of reference. In addition, art is practiced daily in each of the classes as the children paint, draw and sculpt; cut, paste and assemble; and often find new and imaginative ways to express themselves through their creations.
Once a week, each class is visited by our music specialist who brings the world of music and movement to your preschooler. The class allows your child to enjoy and explore at his/her own pace and interest. Music and movement can be easily enjoyed by the observer or the participant. Each child brings their own experiences to the class and takes what is important and meaningful from the particular session.