our Programs
At the P.L.A.Y. School, we focus on nurturing young learners, with the goal of sending them off into the world with self confidence, curiosity, and an enthusiastic love of learning.
Our Play-based programs benefit ALL Types of Learners
Visual
Auditory
Kinesthetic
Read/Write/Reflect
VPK (4 Year Olds)
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays - 8:45A.M. - 2:00 P.M. (staggered start and end) FREE with Florida VPK Voucher
Children in this age group are mastering language skills and looking for more complex ways to express themselves through storytelling, writing, play and art. In order to meet their individual needs, we use a wide range of learning tools, including hands-on experiences in math, science and language arts. Other activities include journaling, outdoor education, building activities, crafts that incorporate large-concept learning, and lots of one-on-one engagement with teachers. Our meaningful, experiential curriculum allows the VPK students to delve deeper into their own curiosity as well as the cognitive learning concepts they need for Kindergarten.
Tuesday and Thursday Enrichment Class - 8:45 A.M. - 1:45 P.M.
This class expands on our VPK curriculum with more hands-on literacy and STEM projects, with activities in both English and Spanish. It is a great bonus program for those families considering dual-language choice programs, as well as those looking for a little extra help in preparing for Kindergarten!
Follow the link to apply for your child’s VPK voucher:
3s Program
Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays (two or three-day options) - 9:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M.
For many children, our threes program is their first introduction to a school environment, so we focus much of the time on socio-emotional development. Children are learning to express themselves through play, language, and behavior. We use Conscious Discipline curriculum tools to guide them through this process. We help them explore the world around them through group play, independent exploration, and large-group hands-on lessons. We facilitate whole-child development through stories, puzzles, science activities and free play both indoors and outdoors. We emphasize literacy through shared stories, one-on-one interactions with staff, and lessons on the world around us.
Children must be fully potty-trained to participate in our preschool programs.
Play Pals: a parent-child exploration of play
For families with 2 and 3-year-olds, 6 week sessions
Fridays -9:00A.M. - 10:30A.M.
Families of these littles will get to explore all of the facets of our play-based learning philosophy together:
nature play, an interactive read-aloud, a process-art project, music & movement, and social-emotional support through a special Conscious Discipline parenting tool or strategy included with each class!
Classes will begin with 30 minutes of free play in our backyard playground and then move on to a circle time literacy acivity, an exploration of the day’s learning theme through process art, and end with a Conscious Discipline activity and music and movement fun.
A parent or guardian is required to stay and participate with each child in the class.
EVERYONE INCLUDED
The P.L.A.Y. School, Inc. does not discriminate against anyone (child, adult, parent, and employee) based on age, sexual orientation or identity, religion, national origin, race, marital status or ability.
Through the generosity of community donors, financial assistance is available for those that cannot afford the cost of tuition. Please contact us if you would like more information on applying for financial assistance.
