Kindergarten
Program Objectives
The Village Kindergarten is a school within the school authority Airdrie Foundation 4 Early Intervention. Our school is an accredited Alberta Education program. Our curriculum follows the AB Education standards outlined in the Kindergarten Standards.
Our objective is to provide a quality Early Childhood Education program with smaller class sizes
Children turning 5 years of age by December 31st are eligible for application and registration.
Program Components
Literacy
A is for apple. Your child will begin to understand that letters have sounds and that together those sounds form words and carry meaning. They will have fun sharing their ideas and experiences, forming letters, printing their names and playing with the new words they learn.
Numeracy
Learning numbers and solving problems with patterns. Your child will represent and describe quantities of things up to 10. They will understand and create repeating patterns and compare objects based on their attributes. They will solve problems involving numbers, patterns and objects, and connect numbers to their everyday life.
Citizenship and Identity
I am unique and I belong! Your child will develop a strong sense of identity, self-esteem and belonging by exploring their environment and sharing stories. They will see themselves as unique and discover the connections they have with others.
Creativity and Self Expression
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder! Drama, art, music and dance give your child ways to express their ideas and feelings, to bring their imagination to life and to see their creativity in a variety of forms. Your child will respond to objects and art, explore music and dance, and develop confidence through drama.
Personal and Social Responsibility
I know how to act and how to work and play with others. Kindergarten children develop ways to express their feelings positively and to show respect and care for others. Trying new things and taking risks give them confidence in their ability to learn so they take responsibility for completing activities.
Physical Skills and Well-Being
A healthy body is part of a healthy life. Your child will begin to develop a love for physical activity through movement, games and activities. They will use a variety of equipment and see that they have the power to make healthy food choices and play safely
Environment and Community Awareness
What do I see, smell and hear in my community? How do I shape the environment? Kindergarten children explore materials, and build structures to explore, investigate and describe their world. They see similarities and differences and become aware of how one action can cause something else.