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Coastal Kids Preschool
4172 Pacific Coast Highway
Torrance, CA 90505
Philosophy & Approach
School Philosophy
General Approach to Learning:
Play-Based
Curriculum & Teaching Approach
Learning Philosophy & Tools
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Play- based |
mostly teacher led |
not formally in curriculum |
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- Tracing paper and other writing instruments
- A well-stocked bookcase
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Oral language |
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Nursery rhymes, poems, songs |
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Storybook reading |
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Emerging literacy skills |
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Cognitive development |
Math & number sense |
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Time & space |
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- Calendars and clocks
- Parquetry blocks, pegboards, and mosaic toys
- Maps
- Building blocks
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Sci. reasoning/physical world |
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Visual arts |
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- Materials such as paint, ink, paintbrushes, crayons, markers, chalk, paper, etc.
- Art work on the walls
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Physical activity |
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- A playground with climbing equipment
- Bean bags, balls, and other objects that children can throw, kick, and play
- Tricycles
- Enough room for children to move around and play and a suitable indoor alternative to the outdoor playground on rainy days
- Sandboxes and/or water stations for play
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Home-School Connection
Parents Say They are Encouraged to:
- Hold social events at the school to build community
- Fundraise
- Are able to visit the school anytime we want
- Go on field trips
- Volunteer in the classroom
- Receive newsletters
Modes of Communication
- Notes
- Phone Calls
- Voice Mail
- Email
- Special Meetings
- Drop-Off
- Pick-Up
- Regular newsletter/printed updates circulated to the whole school
Separation
Separation is Handled through:
- Extra staff dedicated to handle separation
- Parents in classroom early on