A Day at Rising Scholars Preschool

• A Teacher greets child as they enter the classroom. Daily variety and genres of music will be playing until class begins. Children choose a learning material or book until we gather for circle time.

• Class begins with circle time.  A daily gathering that also occurs at the end of the day as well as at transition times (after nature walk or yoga).

• Children then work with Montessori Materials for a large part of the class. Here, Teachers make presentations of the materials to individual children and/or small groups.  Spontaneous discussions or presentations may take place. Teachers are always available to answer questions, assist and record progress.

• Children have up to 15 minutes to have their snacks.  Snacks are provided by parents. 

Other Considerations

• We also incorporate French, Art, Crafts, Yoga, Meditation, Mindfulness and Nature walks (weather permitting) on a daily/weekly basis.

• We have a Winter and Spring concert.

• Progress reports are given twice a year

• Field trips (on and off Preschool premises) occur a few times a semester and may include:
  • John Janzen Nature Centre
  • Edmonton Valley Zoo
  • John Walter Museum
  • Fort Edmonton Park
  • Muttart Conservatory
  • Fire Station Tour
  • Dental Hygienists
  • Senior’s living facilities
  • Recreation center
  • Edmonton Public Library
  • Telus World of Science
  • Police station

• Cultural celebrations are acknowledged and celebrated throughout the year.

• A Peace Table (or Place): A designated place where children can go to peacefully resolve conflict and work out their differences.

• Inside voice and walking feet: Children usually need a lesson on finding and using their quiet voice and walking feet in the classroom. This ensures a respectful and safe working environment for everyone.