OUR CURRICULUM
The Pearson Ounce Scale and work sampling standards support the in-house innovative adventures WE create and offer our scholars. hands-on exploration and discovery are huge focal points at life prep. we understand that this method encourages the learning process and helps to build lifelong critical thinkers. It also fosters confidence and decision making. Adventures are set-up and laid out with all the necessary tools. scholars choose the adventure they want to explore. Then they move about, rotating their next exploration when another space is available. They move at their pace with each exploration.
all Adventures focus on the four major areas of development:
social/emotional - the process by which children learn values and acceptable behaviors
physical - children’s gross and fine motor skills, Large and small muscles.
cognitive - the mind and how it works to understand ideas and concepts
language & Literacy - understanding and communicating through words, spoken and written.
Emergent Learners will explore obstacles, challenges and situations that development their ability to run, skip, speak, think, decide, control one’s self, mimic others and much, much more. They may walk in the door timid and shy. But before they leave, they’ll be jumping over furniture, landing on their tippie toes with one foot balanced in the air while screaming hundreds of two year old obscenities like “no”, “why”, “how”, “mommy”, “daddy”, “mine”, “me”, “eat”, “I’m telling”,”why not”, “more please”, “go bye bye” ...….You get it!
Sounds like a true adventure, huh!
Intermediate and Advanced Learners will explore much more structured adventures that challenge their ability to control and coordinate muscles and movement, explore cause and effect, identify, classify and compare objects, shapes numbers and alphabet etc. They will learn to enjoy and value reading, ask questions, use their imagination, approach problems open-MINDED, follow instructions and own & manage feelings etc.
These moments are very precious and invaluable. We must carefully plan how to use them. LIFE Prep ELC strives to make everyday the best day of your child’s life. With us, learning is FUN!
Admissions
Contact the center at 410-646-8617 to schedule your covid tour.
Initial tours are scheduled based on availability, so please send an email to inquiries@lifeprepelc.com. Aside from admiring the aesthetics of our learning space, you will have the opportunity to discuss the ideal early learning experience desired for your child. You will receive an hour by hour description our adventurous day. You will also get to review a sample of our meatless menu. Once decided, you should should complete the Interest Inventory Form. Once received, Bright Wheel will send you an invite to register, along with a one-time $300 registration and Supply fee invoice to secure your desired start date. Once your spot has been secured, you will receive a “Welcome” email. This email will contain links and attachments to all documentation that MUST be completed and submitted, at least 5 days prior to your desired start date. Once the information is approved, you will receive an email confirming approval and the final start date. Please understand that Life Prep admits students without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, or sexual orientation.
ReQuireD doCs
Medication Administration Form
OCC Regulation Guide for Parents
Blood-Lead Testing Certification
Tuition
LIFE Prep offers an innovative approach to Partnering with families to develop and instill lifelong habits that lay the foundation for successful outcomes. With a rich learning environment and exemplar educators on staff, LIFE Prep still manages to offer affordable tuition rates. Our door opens at 7:30am to receive Our scholars. Our doors rest at 6pm, allowing us to recharge and be the best educators possible. Tuition includes complimentary breakfast before 8:15 and two healthy snacks. A premium hot lunch is offered as a meal plan add-on. Life Prep is A NUT-free zone. Any child with special dietary needs should be sent with a packed lunch and instructions daily. any food sent to the center Must be nut-free too.
We will participate in community learning adventures that may incur additional costs. We promise to plan ahead so that you are aware in a timely manner. We are Open for uninterrupted service, all year round, Except the days listed below and any unforeseen emergencies.
The center is closed on the following days in 2024:
January 1, 2 & 15
February 19
March 29
April 1
May 10, 27
June 19
July 4
September 2
October 14
November 27-29
December 24-January 3
Parent-Teacher Pow-Wow Dates: May 10 & Nov 11
We understand the special needs and demands of our families. Therefore, we take every measure to remain open during inclement weather. Please visit Brightwheel or IG @lifeprepelc for emergency closing updates.