“Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning. But for children, play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood.”
– Mr. Rogers
At Blossom Hill, our mission is to foster the social, emotional, creative and intellectual growth of every child who walks through our door.
Our play-based approach is rooted in best practices of early childhood development and education. It allows children, in a developmentally appropriate way, to learn by doing–moving from hands-on experiences to more abstract concept development.
“Play is the highest form of research.”
– Albert Einstein
“Educating the mind, without educating the heart is no education at all.”
– Aristotle
Curriculum |
Our curriculum is uniquely geared to the developmental needs and abilities of the pre-kindergarten child. We offer a rich and supportive environment where children are able to participate in a wide variety of activities and experiences, including:
- ◆ literacy development
- ◆ hands-on mathematics
- ◆ science experiences
- ◆ dramatic play
- ◆ book corner
- ◆ circle time
- ◆ story time
- ◆ daily arts and crafts
- ◆ monthly cook days
- ◆ sensory/texture table
- ◆ light table
- ◆ daily outdoor play
- ◆ music and rhythm
- ◆ creative movement
Monthly Themes |
Sensory table, playdough table and library change monthly to reflect our curriculum.
September: All about me, school, friendship, colors and apples
October: Fall, pumpkins, scarecrows, spiders and bats
November: Five senses, giving thanks and family traditions
December: Celebrating the season, holidays around the world, manners and teacher’s tea party
January*: Winter, snow, polar animals, and hibernation
February: Community helpers, space and love (Valentine’s day)
March: Spring, insects, rainbows and Dr. Seuss
April: Our earth, plants and dinosaurs
May: Zoo animals, opposites, mother’s tea and preschool graduation
*January begins our student “jobs” and our letter of the week units
The Teacher |
Raechel Brady earned her B.A. In Sociology from Oregon State University and her M.A. In Early Childhood Education from Concordia University. She taught Pre-K in Tualatin for 11 years before moving back to her hometown of Silverton, Oregon. She shares with her students her lifelong love of learning and all things creative!
303 N Church Street
Operating out of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Silverton, Oregon
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Preschool Enrollment
Blossom Hill Preschool, for children ages four and five. The small class size (10 children) and supportive atmosphere allows each child to flourish in their own unique way. Class days are Monday to Thursday from 9am to 1pm.