Our goal isn't simply to help children separate from their families.
Our goal is to help them fall in love with coming to school.
Baby Steps
Every child is different ... and that's okay.
For some children, preschool is an exciting new adventure. For others, leaving the comforts of home for the very first time can feel over whelming. At The Watermelon Patch Preschool & Nursery, we believe there is no need to rush something so important.
That why we created our Baby Steps Transition Program.
HOW IT WORKS
This gentle child-centered program is designed for little ones who may be experiencing seperation anxiety or who have never been away from their parents or caregivers. Rather than expecting children to adjust all at once, we help them build confidence one small baby step at a time.
WEEK ONE
Monday-Friday
9am - 10am
Children become familiar with their teacher, class room and daily routine while learning preschool is a safe, happy place-and that Mom and Dad do always come back.
WEEK TWO
Monday-Friday
9am-11am
As confidience grows, children begin participationg in a few classroom activities, making new friends, and becoming comfortasble with our environment.
WEEK THREE
Monday-Friday
9am-12pm
Some children are ready after week two while others benefit from just a little more time with us. WE follow each child's individual pace because every child deserves a successful start.
WEEK FOUR
Parent's Preferred
Schedule
By week four most children are excited to begins their family's regular preschool schedule. After spending the past 3 weeks gradually building confidence and trust, our children have now discovered that The Watermelon Patch is a safe and happy place to be, making goodbyes so much easier for everyone.
Our Baby Steps Program is designed to give children the strong emotional foundation they need to begin their preschool journey feeling secure, confident, and excited to come to school each morning.