Kings Early Childhood Program

Start Your Journey King’s Early Childhood Program

Knowledge For The Journey

“Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning. But for children, play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood.”

– Fred Rogers

Lower School Philosophy • Foster a love of learning • Develop fundamental academic skills • Apply and integrate intellectual processes • Recognize and support various learning styles • Develop physical and artistic expression • Promote individual social and emotional development • Instill the virtues of good citizenship and social responsibility

There is increasing evidence that children benefit greatly from their preschool experience. King’s Early Childhood Program introduces students to Language Arts, Math, Modern Languages, Music, Arts, Science, Social Studies, Library/Media, Physical Education, all while enhancing their ability to socialize; get along with other children, share, and contribute to circle time.

The diverse and engaging environment at King, recognizes individual talents and guides students to become independent,

“A student who is here for a significant amount of time will emerge as a truly well rounded, well educated community citizen.”

– Head of School, Tom Main

inquisitive learners, and critical thinkers.

At King, child centered classrooms focus on the acquisition and development of basic, core skills, and problem solving strategies through innovative educational activities.

“There is no price that can be placed on starting your child’s educational journey in the right school – King is that place!”

– current parent

EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM SAMPLE SCHEDULE 8:00 Arrival 8:30

Morning Meeting

9:00

Language Arts

9:30

L.A. Small Group Work –

Phonics, Handwriting, Reading

10:00 Snack 10:30

Math with Small Group Work

11:15

Lunch & Recess

12:30

Quiet Time

1:00

Theme Activity – Art, Literature, Science, Social Studies

2:00 Encore – Science, Art, Music,

Physical Education, Spanish, Library/Media 2:30

Free Play/Recess

2:50

Dismissal

“Starting in Pre-K allowed me to develop meaningful and lasting relationships with Faculty members from a young age and to immerse myself in the School’s culture and spirit.”

– King 2012 Valedictorian

Start Your Journey

King’s Early Childhood Program “Being an alumna, King was the perfect choice for us to begin our son’s journey. It made us feel so comfortable knowing the amount of individual attention that is given to each child. We knew he would change and grow as the year went by but not to the extent that he did! We know that he will receive the best education possible, and that the friendships he makes will last his lifetime. King is a community that we are so happy and proud to be a part of.”

– King Alumna

“An Early Childhood experience at King is an investment, as well as one of the greatest gifts you will bestow upon your child.”

– King Teacher

“My children both started in the PreK program; I chose King for its intimate environment and strong academic program - my children flourished!”

– Current Parent

For more information on King’s Early Childhood Program, call (203) 322-3496, Ext. 350 or email admission@klht.org today.

1450 Newfield Ave., Stamford, CT 06905 • www.klht.org

Knowledge For The Journey