Our Classroom
Our classroom is designed to foster creativity, exploration, and growth through thoughtfully arranged sections. Each area focuses on specific skills and interests, providing children with opportunities to learn, play, and develop at their own pace. From imaginative play to hands-on art and outdoor adventures, these sections are carefully curated to create a well-rounded and engaging environment that supports every child's journey.
Section A - Art Area & Snacks
The art area provides children with opportunities to express their creativity and develop fine motor skills through painting, drawing, crafting, and experimenting with a variety of materials. This space encourages self-expression and imagination while fostering problem-solving and decision-making skills as children bring their ideas to life.
Section B - Dramatic Play & Blocks
In the dramatic play and block area, children dive into imaginative scenarios, acting out roles and building structures with their peers. This space promotes teamwork, communication, and creative thinking while helping children explore social dynamics, practice problem-solving, and develop spatial awareness through hands-on play.
Section C - Manipulatives & Writing Table
The manipulatives and writing table area is designed to engage children’s fine motor skills and cognitive abilities. With puzzles, building sets, and early writing tools, this space encourages critical thinking, pattern recognition, and pre-literacy skills. It’s a hub for focused play and exploration that supports early academic development.
Section D - Floater & Outdoor Play
Our outdoor play area offers children the chance to engage in physical activity and connect with nature. With climbing structures, open spaces, and group games, this area fosters gross motor skill development, cooperative play, and a love for the outdoors. It’s a place where kids can run, explore, and let their imaginations soar.
Classroom Activities
There are many fun things that Narrows Cooperative Preschool offers. Students get introduced to many different creative activities, themes, and more! Each month brings new excitement that all goes with the monthly theme. Here are a few of the additional things that Narrows offers!
CREATIVE ACTIVITIES
Children explore their imagination and artistic expression through drawing, painting, crafting, and other hands-on projects. These activities enhance fine motor skills, problem-solving abilities, and a love for creating.
MUSIC
Music is an integral part of our program, engaging children in singing, rhythm exercises, and movement. These activities promote auditory skills, coordination, and a joy for self-expression.
DRAMATIC PLAY
Dramatic play allows children to step into different roles and scenarios, fostering imagination, empathy, and collaborative skills. Whether pretending to be chefs, doctors, or astronauts, the possibilities are endless.
MONTHLY THEMES
Each month brings an exciting new theme that ties together classroom lessons, activities, and discussions. Themes encourage exploration and help children connect ideas in a meaningful way, keeping learning fresh and engaging.
OUTDOOR PLAY
Outdoor play encourages physical activity and exploration. With opportunities for climbing, running, and games, children develop gross motor skills, social connections, and appreciation for nature.
SENSORY PLAY
Sensory activities engage children’s senses with materials like sand, water, playdough, or textured objects. These experiences foster exploration, creativity, and motor development while supporting sensory integration.
FIELD TRIPS
Our field trips provide children with opportunities to explore the world beyond the classroom. Visits to the apple orchard, local parks, farms, or museums foster curiosity, broaden their understanding, and create memorable experiences.
SCIENCE EXPERIENCES
Hands-on science activities spark curiosity and encourage inquiry. From simple experiments to observing nature, children are introduced to foundational scientific concepts in a fun and interactive way