The Journey Begins
Igniting Curiosity through Purposeful Play and Inquiry
Preschool
(Preschool 3 to Preschool 4)
Our Philosophy: A Foundation of Belonging
In the CMIS Preschool, we believe that the earliest years are the most critical for building a lifelong love of learning. Our program is designed to be a "home away from home" — a warm, diverse, and caring Christian environment where our youngest students feel a deep sense of belonging. When children feel safe and valued, they have the confidence to explore, ask big questions, and begin their journey as Courageous Learners.
Purposefully Designed Play
The Creative Curriculum
We believe that for a preschooler, play is work. Our program utilizes the Creative Curriculum, a research-based framework that balances teacher-planned activities with child-initiated discovery.
- Inquiry-Based Learning: We nurture natural curiosity by encouraging children to explore "Studies" and investigations into topics that fascinate them, from the environment to how things work.
- Intentional Environments: Our classrooms are purposefully arranged into interest areas that promote independence, social interaction, and hands-on discovery.
Social - Emotional Development
Building confidence, relationships, and emotional skills
Physical
Developing coordination, movement, and healthy habits
Language
Growing communication, listening, and vocabulary skills
Cognitive
Exploring curiosity, thinking, and problem-solving
Literacy
Building early reading, writing, and communication skills
Science & Technology
Discovering, questioning, and exploring the world
Social Studies
Learning about families, communities, cultures, and the wider world
The Arts
Expressing creativity through art, music, movement, and drama
English Language Acquisition
Developing confidence using English through meaningful communication and everyday classroom experiences
Mathematics
Exploring numbers, patterns, shapes, and measurement
Nurturing The Attributes
Our Preschoolers are introduced to the core attributes that underpin our Schoolwide Learner Outcomes (SLOs). Through stories, play, and daily interactions, we help them begin to show they are:
Kind • Respectful • Collaborative • Resilient • Creative
By focusing on these "ways to show" character, we help children develop the integrity and empathy required to become responsible global citizens from the very start.
A Partnership with Parents
We recognize parents as the first and most important educators. At CMIS, we foster a strong partnership through open communication, regular updates via the Teaching Strategies app, and a shared commitment to a growth mindset. Together, we ensure every child is supported, challenged, and loved as they take their first steps into the world of education.
