Our JK Program

Junior Kindergarten

Half Day 9 AM-12 PM

Phonics

September to March

2 sounds per week, with a total of 40 sounds taught
A different work sheet finished each day
A full week review after each set of 6 sounds
Children start reading simple 3-letter words by mid-October
Tricky (sight) words start to be introduced by mid-October, for example: the, I, you
Comprehension and new vocabulary are introduced
Printing is done daily, with emphasis on the proper formation of letters
Reading primary books to a teacher daily starts in January

March to June

Word families are introduced
Children build over 10 new words a day
Children start to print 3 new words a day from dictation

Math

September-June

Various math concepts are covered, including: size, shapes, opposites, left and right, one-to-one correspondence, more and less
The children learn ordinal numbers, how to print, counting, and following directions
Early addition is introduced
A daily calendar exercise is completed
Graphing unit in second half of the year
Children are taught measurement through non-standard units of measurement.

Science

Theme-related science modules are completed, e.g.: polar animals, space
Science in a bottle, cause and effect
The children plant seeds in the spring

Literature

A vast variety of books and poems are introduced, usually theme-related
Social stories are emphasized, to help children understand their own behaviours
Reading is done daily
We focus on comprehension, asking ‘what happened?’, and enjoyment of books

Music and Movement

We start out the day with a welcoming song and routine
Movement songs are done throughout the program in a structured but fun format
We use beanbags, shakers, action CDs
Theme songs are sung during our circle times

Art

A different planned art activity is done on a daily basis
Our emphasis is on creativity, language, and fine motor skills
Art activities incorporate both themes and phonics, e.g. illustrating the Crooked Man poem for the oo sound
Students can do painting, gluing, cutting, and use markers in addition to completing the planned art activity

Play

Our motto is ‘first we work and then we play’
Social skills are taught through play
A vast array of equipment and centers are available
Snack time and art are part of play time
Dramatic play, art, and floor and block play is age-appropriate

The Region of Peel provides Fee Subsidy to eligible parents