Music and movement is one of the easiest ways to support early childhood education in a preschool setting. When children clap, march, dance, and sing, they strengthen coordination, listening skills, and memory—all while having fun. Music also builds early language skills because children practice rhythm, rhyme, and vocabulary in a natural way. In preschool, movement […]
Music and the arts are not just fun extras – they are fundamental to whole-child development. Research shows that exposure to music, dance and visual arts helps preschool children develop creativity, listening skills and self expression. Whether it’s singing nursery rhymes, finger painting, dancing or banging on drums, these activities engage multiple areas of the […]
Social-emotional learning (SEL) helps young children build empathy, self-awareness and resilience – skills that are just as important as ABCs and 123s. In our preschool program, we embed SEL into everyday activities so children learn to recognize emotions, resolve conflicts and practice kindness. Teachers model respectful communication, guide children through sharing and turn-taking, and provide […]
Before children can read on their own, they build literacy skills through singing, talking, and playing with language. Experts note that many children start kindergarten without the literacy skills they need. Reading aloud, naming objects, and singing songs stimulate brain development and expand vocabulary. At A Village Learning Center preschool, we weave literacy into everything […]
Science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) aren’t just for older kids. Introducing STEM concepts in preschool taps into children’s natural curiosity and builds problem-solving skills. At A Village Learning Center, we explore STEM through hands-on activities like counting snacks, building towers, exploring nature and simple coding games. Research shows early exposure to STEM sparks creativity, […]
Friendships start with play in preschool settings. When children pass a ball back and forth or engage in pretend games at preschool, they’re practicing cooperation, communication and empathy. At A Village Learning Center, we see how play builds peer relationships every day: infants cooing with caregivers, toddlers sharing toys, and preschoolers taking turns in dramatic […]
Play-based learning is at the heart of early childhood development in preschool settings. At A Village Learning Center, our microschool preschool alternative, we know that play isn’t just fun – it’s how children learn. When kids build with blocks, act out stories, or run around outside, they’re developing cognitive, language, literacy, social, emotional and physical […]
Choosing a preschool is one of the most important decisions a family makes. At A Village Learning Center, Toledo parents appreciate our supportive microschool environment. Here are a few reasons why. Strong sense of community Our small class sizes allow children and families to build meaningful relationships. Parents feel connected and know that their voices […]
Every child learns differently. That’s why our microschool in Toledo offers personalized learning experiences tailored to each preschooler’s strengths, interests and needs. Flexibility to choose the best approach Microschools come in many forms. Some use hands‑on, project‑based learning while others incorporate traditional worksheets or personalized digital curricula. This variety allows families to choose the approach […]
When researching preschools, one of the most important factors to consider is class size. Low staff‑to‑child ratios and small group sizes create a safer, more nurturing environment for young children. What are staff‑to‑child ratios and group sizes? Staff‑to‑child ratio is the number of children for whom each teacher or caregiver is responsible. For example, a […]
