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The developmental philosophy of Mariners Church Preschool is based on fundamental principles of the growth of children. The emotional, physical, social, intellectual and spiritual stages of children occur in a predictable, orderly pattern. For example, throughout the world, children sit before they crawl, crawl before they walk, and walk before they run. However, the time sequence of these stages is unique to each child. In addition, each child has his/her own individual style and rate of learning.

At Mariners Church Preschool, curriculum is planned so children can advance through the developmental stages at their own rate of growth. With an emphasis on small groups, various opportunities are provided to explore the many wonders of God’s world through “hands on” experiences utilizing the five senses. Our diversified program will offer the following activities to form a strong basis for school readiness:

• Language is encouraged through the use of dramatic play, blocks, creative art, stories, problem-solving and social interaction.
• Small muscles are strengthened with fine motor activities such as scissors, playdough, sign language, stringing beads and pasting.
• Perceptual and conceptual developments are improved with the use of science, puzzles, board games, fingerplays and books.
• Motor development enhances growth of large muscles with obstacle courses, balancing boards and games with scooter boards and balls.
• Music time brings songs and creative movement that develops listening skills, rhythm patterns and attention span.
• Chapel is a special time when children hear stories about Jesus and learn songs to praise Him and prayers about being loved in God’s world.

These activities, along with our caring teachers, make Mariners Church Preschool an inviting place for children to learn and grow. Upon leaving our school, children will be able to make appropriate choices and sound decisions, and will have developed emotional security, independence and a sense of self-worth through God’s love.