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Bemis Farms is a played-based child care center. As part of our high
quality, developmentally appropriate program, we offer a monthly thematic
study that is integrated throughout the curriculum and various classroom
programs.
We are also a play-based center that encourages social skills and
other learning skills that develop as the child is engaged in play.
Teachers encourage and support child-initiated and child-directed
play because it is essential to developmental and mental growth.
To meet the needs of the developing child and provide quality care,
the staff at Bemis Farms strives to:
Our Philosophy -
- Provide a healthy and safe environment
- Provide a secure, comfortable, enjoyable, and responsive environment
- Respect, accept, and appreciate each child
- Provide learning opportunities designed to promote each child's
total growth and development
- Encourage each child's independence, autonomy, and self-discipline
- Maintain an environment free of racial or sex role bias, stereotype,
or prejudice
- Honor the ideals and principles of the National Association
of the Education of the Young child (NAEYC) Code of Ethical Conduct
Bemis Farms offers a variety of programs to meet your needs. Please
click the programs for additional details:
Before
School
Bemis Farms staff members provide the right start to your child's
day with attentive care before school begins. Drop off is available
at 7:00 a.m., and transportation is available for your child to Harvest
and Houghton by Saline school transportation, or to Pleasant Ridge
school by the Bemis Farms van. After
School
Saline school transportation drops off Harvest and Houghton at Bemis
Farms. After school activities include a snack, individual or group
activities, a time to play with friends, and an opportunity to get
started on homework. Your child must be picked up by 6:00 p.m.
The After School Schedule:
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| 3:45-4:15 |
Snack/Welcome Routine |
| 4:15-5:00 |
Choices (homework help, creative project, child
initiated activity) |
| 5:00-5:15 |
Clean up |
| 5:15-6:00 |
Outside or teacher initiated activity |
Time and length of activities may vary. K-Wrap
K-Wrap is a convenient program for working parents who need child
care before or after the child's scheduled Kindergarten session. Educational
activities and playtime are included to complement the Kindergarten
experience. Transportation is provided by Saline School transportation
for A.M. Kindergartners. The K-Wrap Schedule:
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Same schedule for the afternoon
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| 7:00-8:15 |
Before School Care |
| 12:15-12:45 |
Lunch provided by Bemis |
| 12:45-3:00 |
Rest time, quiet activities (puzzles, books,
playdough, etc.) |
| 3:00-3:30 |
Snack/Welcome Routine |
| 3:30-5:00 |
Choices (homework help, creative project, large/small
motor activities) |
| 5:00-5:15 |
Clean up |
| 5:15-6:00 |
Outside |
*Time and length of activities may vary, depending on the needs of
the children. Pre-K
Bemis Farms' Pre-K program provides readiness skills that will help
prepare your child for Kindergarten with letter recognition, phonics,
number recognition, shapes, and colors. We also work on names, phone
numbers, and addresses in addition to other Kindergarten curriculum
requirements.
The Pre-K Schedule:
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| 7:00-8:00 |
Mixed Age Play (upstairs) |
| 8:00-8:45 |
Transition to Pre-K classroom/Free Play |
| 8:45-9:00 |
Greeting: sing hello song, take attendance using
name cards/children sign-in, job chart, weather chart, and calendar. |
9:00-9:20
9:20-9:50
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Morning Snack
Outdoor cross motor activity |
| 9:50-10:10 |
Large Group: Introduce new lesson |
| 10:10-10:30 |
Small Group Activity |
| 10:30-11:30 |
Centers (Science/Discovery, Cognitive, Building,
Pretend, Books, and Writing) |
| 11:30-11:50 |
Recall/Transition to lunch |
| 11:50-12:15 |
Lunch/Bathroom |
| 12:15-12:30 |
Story Time/Transition to Rest |
| 12:30-3:00 |
Rest Time/Quiet Time |
| 3:00-3:30 |
Wake-up/Bathroom/Transition to the activity center |
| 3:30-6:00 |
Combined with the after school program |
Preschool
Bemis Farms' Preschool program encourages the development of social
and cognitive learning skills. We also offer a monthly thematic study
that is integrated throughout the curriculum and classroom programs. The Pre-School
Schedule:
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| 7:00-9:00 |
Individual Playtime |
| 9:00-9:30 |
Snack |
| 9:30-11:00 |
Group Time |
| 11:00-11:45 |
Outdoor Activities |
| 11:45-12:00 |
Wash for Lunch |
| 12:00-12:30 |
Lunch |
| 12:30-2:30 |
Naps |
| 2:30-3:00 |
Snack |
| 3:00-4:00 |
Outside |
| 4:00-6:00 |
Group Activities |
Times may very depending upon the ages of the children. Toddler
The Toddler program emphasizes the development of physical, social,
emotional, and cognitive development appropriate for this age. Loving
care is provided to each child. Infant/Toddler
The Infant/Toddler program consists of loving and secure care that
responds to each child's needs promptly. As Toddlers grow and develop,
they will be transitioned into the Toddler group. Summer
The Bemis Farms Summer program is full of enjoyable activities and
adventures for all ages, with an abundance of playtime, outdoor activities,
and a place where they meet their friends. |
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