In Kindergarten at Ridgewood students will learn many skills through explorative, thematic studies. They are engaged in cross-curricular unit studies that involve many extended projects, student-led discussions, STEM challenges, investigative science experiments, and are infused with art. Some topics of study may include the Forest Biome and habitat, Space, Fairy Tales, and the Rainforest. 

Our Kindergarten program builds the foundation of their learning in all subject areas. In mathematics they will learn number sense, addition, subtraction, skip counting, and basic geometry. They will learn to use math skills and tools that will set them up for success as they continue each year. They will also learn foundational reading skills through our phonics program, including decoding (sounding out), encoding (spelling), rhyming and word families, and typically begin reading books. A love and excitement for reading and storytelling is fostered through many book studies, reader's theater, and cooperative storytelling throughout the year. 

In Kindergarten we also focus a lot of our time learning social-emotional skills. Conscious Discipline and Love & Logic (research-based classroom management techniques) are used in the classroom to help students learn to become conscious decision makers, independent problem solvers, communicators, and responsible contributors to our school community. We also do yoga and mindfulness activities to foster and promote a peaceful, calm, and loving learning environment. 

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Courses Available:

• Art

• Music

• Spanish

• Computer

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