Primary Class
Building strong foundations for lifelong learning
Who this Class Serves
Children just starting school, who need time to ease into a routine
Learners who do best in a small group with a predictable day
Students building school readiness before moving up to Lower Elementary
Children who learn through play and hands-on exploration
What Makes it Unique
Small class sizes and a low student-to-teacher ratio
A new theme every month, from apples to community helpers to weather
Open communication with families, and real ways to be involved
Everyday life skills woven into the ordinary parts of the day
Outdoor time every day, including our Rock Garden and the playground
The Foundations We Build
Learning
Learning letter sounds and blending them into first words
Building handwriting and fine motor strength
Recognizing numbers and exploring shapes, patterns, and sorting
Growing
Playing alongside other children and making friends
Asking for help in full sentences
Taking care of themselves and their space
A Day in the Life of the Primary Class
Our day begins with circle time, calendar, and a story. This is when we practice morning greetings, the days of the week, counting, and so much more. From there we move into phonics, building our knowledge of letters, sounds, and how they work together, along with focused time on fine motor skills and handwriting.
Students then have time for social play, choosing between blocks, books, the playhouse, and other centers. We encourage children to play alongside one another and practice real social skills while they do it. Next comes math, where students build number skills through a rotating variety of hands on activities.
Throughout the day students visit our Rock Garden, have snack, attend specials like PE, music, and art, and head out to recess on the playground. Afternoons belong to our monthly theme, with crafts, activities, and discovery built around it.
Meet the Teacher
“My goal as a teacher is to inspire young minds to explore the world with wonder, never give up, and grow into kind, compassionate individuals.”
Erica Neal, Primary Classroom Teacher