Leapfrog Learning CenterOur Classes
Learning at Leapfrog is fun and our teachers work hard to keep it that way! Each month our teachers design a different theme which weaves all our projects and activities into a format designed to keep children excited about the learning process and eager to know what comes next. Our small groups and low teacher ratios ensure that children get lots of the nurturing, individual attention that has become our trademark.
Although our curriculum includes an advanced academic program, our top priority is socialization. We strive to give your children the self-confidence and social skills needed for success in primary school (sharing / communicating / resolving conflicts / how to compromise / dealing with frustration / etc).
The Leapfrog Learning Center has programs for Toddlers, Preschool, and Pre-K
We have a flexible, child-centered structure which balances teacher directed activities with periods of "free play."
We create a relaxed atmosphere where emphasis is on participation, not success or failure.
Toddlers
Our Toddler program is for children ages 2.5-3.25 years and the child:teacher ratio is 6:1. Students do not have to be potty trained.
A morning with our Toddlers starts with free play which allows children to follow their interests in the classroom and create friendships. Next, we will have our morning snack, followed by circle time. Your child will learn about the calendar, the weather, have show and tell, and sing songs. After circle time, we break into small groups to explore the alphabet, colors, and shapes, play number games, create art projects, and work on our fine motor skills using various manipulatives. We use “Land of the Letter People” puppets to help us learn our phonics. Finally, we will go outside and enjoy time on our playground. We end our morning with a story. Our goal is to have a child who is inspired and motivated to learn, makes friendships, and enjoys coming to school.
Preschool
Our Preschool program is for children who have turned three years old by September and turn four throughout the school year. The child:teacher ratio is 6:1. Students must be potty trained.
Our Preschool day begins with free play and center activities, including the use of manipulatives, creative and language arts, dramatic play, blocks, the writing table, and activities to strengthen fine motor skills. We use “Land of the Letter People” and “Learning Without Tears” to help us learn our phonics. After we clean up, we have our first circle time where the activities include calendar and weather concepts, letter and number recognition, name recognition, music and movement, and show-and-tell. Next, we will have our morning snack followed by playground time, story-time, and our daily art projects. We end the morning with a second circle time which includes music, flannel stories, puppetry, and finger plays.
Pre-Kindergarten
Our PreK program is for children who have turned four years old by September and turn five throughout the school year. The child:teacher ratio is 7:1.
A day in Pre-K begins with the Question of the Day and free play before we gather together for circle time where learn calendar and weather concepts and talk about what we will learn that day. We separate into small academic groups for our phonics and math lessons. We use Saxon Phonics and Saxon Math (at a kindergarten level) as well as “Land of the Letter People” and “Learning Without Tears” enrichment lessons focusing on multi-sensory strategies and interactive learning approaches. Both the morning and afternoon sessions include daily center activities, in which the students rotate between hands-on and written activities that serve to supplement that day’s lesson, strengthen fine motor skills, encourage creativity and foster problem-solving skills. Students move through the centers at their own pace and activities are adapted towards individual skill and interest level. Children will have morning snack, create art projects and enjoy playground time. Our goal is for all our children to love learning and to be socially and academically prepared for kindergarten.
“My son has become an outgoing, smart boy while he has been at Leapfrog. Before he was shy and quiet. The transformation is amazing.” Colleen Wilcox
“Leapfrog has exceeded my expectations! My five year old is extremely prepared for Kindergarten and has the solid foundation necessary to be successful next year - which I fully attribute to Leapfrog.” Kim Bakos
“I would once again like to take the opportunity to convey Oak Hill Academy’s appreciation for your fine program. Your graduates that have gone on to Oak Hill seem to have any easy transition and come from families that value a quality education.” Joseph Pacelli, Headmaster
“Leapfrog is an amazing place with wonderful teachers! We had such an incredible experience and my children were exceptionally well prepared for kindergarten. I recommend Leapfrog to everyone I know with preschool age children. It is the absolute best!” Marie Thomas
“I am thrilled with the experience my daughter had at Leapfrog. The love and care she received from her teachers ensured a safe and positive learning environment. My daughter has really blossomed socially and academically in just one short school year. She did not want to leave! Thank you for a magical pre-k year!” Cari Panossian
“Thanks for having me here for three years! I love you all so much. I love all the teachers because they care for every kid and let me do work but not all day. I love my friends because they are funny. I will graduate this Thursday but I’m not excited to leave. I wish my friends and I can stay here forever.” Grace Zheng (former student wrote this herself at age 5)
“Thanks you so much for giving my kids a safe, loving and educational environment for the last seven years. We enjoyed every year at Leapfrog and we will miss you all very much. You have exceptional teachers that have left positive memories during their early years. Our kids have been very prepared both academically and socially.” Rebecca Shaheen
“Leapfrog is an excellent school. My daughter is being educated, socialized and having fun! Teachers are top notch and everyone is friendly. I would highly recommend sending a child to Leapfrog. It is a school that cares. The quality of education is outstanding. Best preschool in the area!” Jen Gallina
“I can’t say enough wonderful things about Leapfrog. The teachers are amazing and the balance of structure, academics and socialization in this program is perfect. Both my children loved every minute of their time spent at Leapfrog. My daughter begged me to attend every day instead of the two days I signed up for.” Cindy Kirk
“Thank you for providing such a wonderful, safe, nurturing, learning, growing, loving and fun environment for my three children. I feel blessed to have found Leapfrog as a school for my kids and they truly discovered a wonderful foundation within your classrooms. Each of you have touched our lives in a positive way and I can’t thank you enough for this!” Kelly Whiteman
