Toddler Program (Ages: 12 months - 33 months)
- Program Overview: Our Toddler Program is designed to create a prepared environment that nurtures the holistic development of children aged 12 months to 33 months. We focus on fostering social-emotional regulation, language development, and practical life skills through engaging activities.
- Language Options: Parents can choose between English or Mandarin, with circles in both languages to enhance language acquisition. Our experience shows that children often enjoy participating in both languages, creating a rich learning experience.
- Curriculum Highlights: At Odyssey, we strive to provide a space where your child will learn essential skills including:
- Social/Emotional Regulation: Developing emotional intelligence and social skills through peer interactions.
- Language Development: Engaging in activities that promote vocabulary growth and communication.
Practical Life Skills: Activities that encourage independence, such as dressing, cleaning, and self-care routines.
- Our teachers observe each child closely, designing personalized lessons that promote independence and coordination. With a maximum teacher-to-student ratio of 1:6, children receive the attention they need to thrive.
- Language Options: When both parents and teachers agree that a child is ready for the preschool program, they will gradually transition with at least one friend, ensuring a smooth and familiar change.
Preschool/Kindergarten Program (Ages: 33 months – 6 years)
- Program Overview: Our Preschool/Kindergarten Program is tailored for children aged 33 months to 6 years, offering a dynamic learning environment that emphasizes individualized progress. We provide classes in English, with enrichment language options like Mandarin or Spanish.
- Mandarin Bilingual Classroom: This classroom integrates both English and Mandarin activities, supporting children from diverse linguistic backgrounds. Our approach includes:
- Language Activities: Children engage in activities that promote fluency in both languages.
- Curriculum and Classroom Environment: In the Preschool/Kindergarten Program, children benefit from a comprehensive Montessori curriculum that covers all areas of learning, including:
- Language Development: Encouraging literacy through storytelling and interactive discussions.
- Mathematics: Hands-on activities that make abstract concepts tangible.
- Our classrooms are designed to be welcoming and engaging, with a focus on cooperative play and social interaction.