The maximum capacity of children in one classroom is 17 and includes 1 core teacher and 2 assistants. The multiage grouping has been designed to meet the needs of the whole child focusing on early learning skills and literacy readiness. This structure allows for greater differentiation in the development of young children. All instruction occurs first in English and then Albanian. The continuum of learning in preschool is based on the “I can statements below”. It is expected that students who are ready for kindergarten, will be able to meet these expectations:
I CAN . . .
Say how I feel
Be responsible and follow school routines
Think before acting or speaking
Show I care about my peers
Show I am happy about how I and my peers may be different from each other
Express myself through words, art, dance and song
Make new friends and include them in my play and work
Problem-solve with peers, asking for help if needed
Be honest and helpful in my classroom
Think and talk about my growth as a learner
Choose what to play and do so independently
Say what I am curious about and initiate exploration
Show attention, effort and persistence in finishing work
Show creativity in my ideas and work with materials
Cooperate with peers in play and learning
Show and talk about different ways to solve a problem or question
Organize things and information
Remember and use things I experience and learn