The Flow of the Day
At
the Southwestern
College Child
Development
Center, we
believe children
are active
learners and
can engage
in meaningful
learning that
promotes a
better understanding
of their world.
Our approach
includes open-center
time, a period
when all classrooms
and outdoor
spaces are
available to
the children
for exploration.
Described below is a typical day for a child attending the Southwestern College Child Development Center.*
Arrival and Greetings
Children may sign in, say hello to friends, and explore inside or outside activities.
Morning Gathering Time
This is a time for all members of both classrooms to join together to discuss, wonder, and explore the possibilities of the day. It is also a time to revisit other projects and events. From this collaborative effort, our day unfolds.
Morning Work Time
This is a time for individual and small group activities and project explorations inside or outside. Other activities may include block building, dramatic play, practical life, reading, science experiments, snack, writing story plays, and art experiences.
Clean Up
Everybody helps in the clean up of the classrooms and outdoor areas before lunchtime.
Afternoon Work Time
This is a time for individual and small group activities and project explorations inside or outside. Other activities may include block building, dramatic play, practical life, reading, science experiments, snack, writing story plays, and art experiences.
Closing and Goodbyes
Everybody helps in the clean up of the classrooms and outdoor areas before leaving for the day.
* This schedule is flexible depending on the needs of the children.
For more information, call (619) 216-6695
Described below is a typical day for a child attending the Southwestern College Child Development Center.*
Arrival and Greetings
Children may sign in, say hello to friends, and explore inside or outside activities.
Morning Gathering Time
This is a time for all members of both classrooms to join together to discuss, wonder, and explore the possibilities of the day. It is also a time to revisit other projects and events. From this collaborative effort, our day unfolds.
Morning Work Time
This is a time for individual and small group activities and project explorations inside or outside. Other activities may include block building, dramatic play, practical life, reading, science experiments, snack, writing story plays, and art experiences.
Clean Up
Everybody helps in the clean up of the classrooms and outdoor areas before lunchtime.
Afternoon Work Time
This is a time for individual and small group activities and project explorations inside or outside. Other activities may include block building, dramatic play, practical life, reading, science experiments, snack, writing story plays, and art experiences.
Closing and Goodbyes
Everybody helps in the clean up of the classrooms and outdoor areas before leaving for the day.
* This schedule is flexible depending on the needs of the children.
For more information, call (619) 216-6695