Preschool
Thank you for considering Byron Center Public Schools Preschool Program for your child and family!
Half-Day Preschool
Half Day preschool is held for 2 1/2 hrs for 2-4 days each week. We offer half day options for 3 and 4 year olds. During each preschool session, students will be involved in many activities based on fine motor, large motor, life skills, and much more!
Sample Daily Schedule:
15min - Arrival & Table Time
15 min - Greeting Time
15min - Small Groups
15min - Snack
45min - Choice Time
15min - Large Group
25min - Large Motor/Outside
5min - Pack Up & Dismissal
Full-Day Preschool
Full Day Preschool is designed for 4yr olds in preparation for their Kindergarten year. Full Day meets 6hrs each day, 3 days per week. There is a high emphasis on curriculum, and preparing your child for the rigor of a full day of school.
Sample Daily Schedule:
15min - Arrival & Table Time
20min - Greeting Time
20min - Small Groups
10min - Book Look
50min - Free Choice Time
10min - Letter Practice
15min - Snack
30min - Outside/Large Motor
20min - Large Group
40min - Lunch
45min - Down Time/Quiet Activities
15min - Large Group
30min - Small Groups
30min - Outside/Large Motor
10min - Pack Up & Dismissal
Preschool Plus
Preschool Plus is a combination of preschool with wrap around childcare. This program is available from 6:30 am - 5:30pm with preschool curriculum starting at 9:00 am. Students ages 3 and 4 yrs old are able to attend.
Sample Daily Schedule:
6:30-8:30 Arrival & Table Time
8:30-9:00 Breakfast & Bathrooms
9:00-9:15 Large Group
9:15-9:35 Small Groups
9:35-9:50 Snack
9:50-10:30 Choice Time
10:30-11:00 Outside/Large Motor
11:00-11:30 Book Look & Letter Practice
11:30-12:00 Lunch
12:00-12:15 Bathrooms
12:15-1:15 Rest Time/Quiet Activities
1:15-1:30 Story Time
1:30-2:00 Small Groups
2:00-2:45 Free Choice
2:45-3:00 Snack & Book Look
3:00-3:45 Outside
3:45-4:30 Small/Large Motor Activities
4:30-5:30 Table Time Stations & Pack Up