Natures Way Preschool
Preschool in Kalamazoo, MI 49008
Natures Way Preschool offers experiences typically found in child-centered programs such as discovery-based learning through play sensory exploration large and fine motor activity creative expression making friends and developing social skills. Whats unique about Natures Way is the use of the natural world as an extension of the classroom. Our nine acres of natural areas allow children to experience daily nature walks and exploration through forests and along a creek. The naturalized playground provides opportunities for digging playing in the mud climbing on rocks building beaver dams and balancing on logs.
Natures Way Preschool is licensed by the State of Michigan. Our staff is dedicated to the mission of connecting children with nature while at the same time building competencies that will allow each student to develop into a successful kindergartner. Natures Way fosters a caring safe atmosphere. Classes are limited in size to 18 students for the 4-year-old classes and 15 students in the 3-year-old classes. Each class benefits from three outstanding teachers.
- Child Ages:
- 3 years - 4 years
- Rates:
- $
- Licenses & Accreditations:
- State of Michigan
- Preschool:
- Yes
- Hours of Operation:
- SPLIT SHIFT Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
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At Natures Way Preschool we foster a caring and positive atmosphere in which children can learn. As we bridge the gap from home to school we offer opportunities for children to connect with nature while developing the skills of the whole child.
Through exploration and hands-on activities that are both child-centered and teacher-directed we introduce social emotional and physical skills as well as language and math competencies. Theme- related activities emphasize the process rather than the product and foster a sense of accomplishment.
Based on the theory that children learn through play classroom routines encourage active involvement meaningful experimentation and reinforcement through repetition. Schedules are designed to balance structure and free choice as well as active and quiet times.
We recognize that children advance through developmental stages and we treat each student as an individual working through each stage at their own pace. Through the love of learning we allow children to experience their own stage of development and help them to feel success without pressure.
We value the involvement and support of our families in the program. The connections that we make with each family member are important links in creating shared experiences which ultimately foster the development of our school community. By respecting the individuality of the students and their families and by celebrating diversity we develop a nurturing community which thrives on its successes and contributes to the development of the whole child.
