Preschool

Early Childhood Development

Designed to foster a love of learning, Preschool at Sammamish Children's School nurtures unique abilities at the private campus located in Bellevue, WA. Our holistic Preschool curriculum prepares preschoolers for academic success where they thrive socially and emotionally. Focused on development, The Preschool program really is the foundation for an effective transition to kindergarten.

Preschool Curriculum

Based on proven educational practice, our Preschool curriculum encourages exploration, hands-on learning, and problem-solving. In the engaging environment that is steeped in support, your child can develop skills in language, literacy and cognition.

Cognition in Preschoolers

The Preschool program promotes critical thinking and problem-solving with interactive tasks that engage cognitive strength and capabilities.

Preschool Math

Activities like sorting, counting, and pattern recognition are used to build mathematics, where children gain a strong foundation of the concepts.

School Readiness Program

So that your child is ready for kindergarten, we provide literacy development, social skills, and emotional intelligence learning. The Preschool program will foster your child’s confidence and their innate curiosity needed for the future.

Preschool Language and Social-Emotional Learning

Language Development and Social-Emotional Learning are steps you must consider in the education of your preschooler.

Preschool Language

We’ll introduce them to a wealth of vocabulary with reading, storytelling and writing.

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Preschool Social-Emotional Learning

Sammamish Children’s School formed the Preschool program from Second Step, or social and emotional learning. There are components of empathy, emotional regulation, and cooperation to develop meaningful relationships and social interactions.

Hands-On Learning and Inquiry-Based Exploration for Preschool

Your child grows when exploring learning activities that are hands-on and inquiry based with the world and environment.

Preschool Activity Centers

Our Preschool classrooms are learning centers, dedicated to writing, art, blocks, and dramatic play.

Preschool Science

Science exists daily in the Preschool program curriculum, encouraging children to investigate concepts like light, color and nature.

Creative Learning in Preschool

Art class is woven throughout the Preschool curriculum, offering infinite opportunities for self-expression!

Weekly music classes focus on rhythm, movement and singing.

Healthy Meals During Preschool

We provide healthy and organic nutrition to support physical and cognitive development. There are three nutritious snack-times and one balanced lunch each day. An example of our menu is:

• Morning Snack - Brown sugar & Cinnamon Oatmeal, Milk
• Lunch - Cream of Potato or Veggie Soup, Whole Wheat Roll, Tropical Fruit, Corn, Milk
• Afternoon Snack - Refried Bean & Cheese Quesadilla, Water
• 5 PM Snack - Blueberries, Ritz Crackers, Milk

We accommodate dietary restrictions, and request that you communicate those before classes start.

Physical Development for Preschoolers in Bellevue, WA

Spending time outside is a vital part of wellness, and improves coordination and understanding. Your child has a daily opportunity to play outside at our safe and spacious campus. There are both covered and open-sky spaces to encourage health and social interaction.