Early Childhood
At Pine Street Preschool, our youngest learners begin their journey in a safe, nurturing environment where curiosity is encouraged and wonder comes to life. Through playful exploration and meaningful connections, children start building the early literacy, inquiry, and social skills that lay the foundation for a lifetime of joyful, collaborative learning.
Pine Street School’s Junior Kindergarten program thoughtfully prepares 4-year-olds for the collaborative, inquiry-based environment of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP). In our nurturing atmosphere, teachers guide students through problem-solving and encourage meaningful reflection, helping them grow as independent thinkers and engaged learners.
As Junior Kindergarteners adapt to new routines, they enjoy a rich schedule filled with art, music, and physical education, fostering creativity and movement. The PYP Units of Inquiry, designed to be transdisciplinary, are complemented by hands-on Montessori materials that inspire exploration and curiosity. This stage is vital for intellectual and social development, and our dedicated teachers provide individualized instruction to challenge and support each student’s unique journey.
Embracing our ‘city as a school’ philosophy, students participate in field trips and community explorations, tapping into the vibrant resources of our city for enriching, real-world learning experiences.