PARENT TESTIMONIAL

I have 2 girls at Bent Tree Child Development Center. One is almost 4 and the other is almost 2. They have both been enrolled since they were 18 months. I have observed their classes on numerous occasions and I have never seen a more caring, engaging environment. The teachers work with the children on both a group and an individual basis meeting all of their learning needs, and the hugs and smiles are endless.

Prior to Bent Tree the girls were at a different school but I knew I wanted to move them to an environment that would constantly engage them in learning. I could tell immediately a change in their attitudes and overall demeanor. They were happy, talking about what they did at school, who they played with and singing songs... all of which I did not see prior to their time at Bent Tree. The time spent at Bent Tree has helped my oldest daughter with her confidence as a student, her skills at being independent in a classroom setting and her ability to succeed. My girls have been exposed to many different experiences while at Bent Tree. The school has great play areas, both inside and out, computers and several things, like dance and gymnastics, for the kids to participate in. In addition, the children are exposed to a variety of cultures and age groups.

We found a home away from home for our girls. What more could you ask for – a group of people to love your children and help them grow and learn. I would recommend anyone send their child to Bent Tree. I know that every school may not be right for every child, but Bent Tree was perfect for us!

Bent Tree Parent

Level 4 (4 - 5yrs)

Language Arts

Reading and Writing Readiness-Open Court

Phonemic awareness (letter sounds)
Appreciation of literature
Listening comprehension skills
Identification of rhyming words
Increased attention span in a group
Oral expression of thoughts and opinions
Ability to identify upper and lower case letters
Recognition of some words
Control of pencils, crayons
Copying letters and words
Recognition/ability to write first and last names

Spanish

Customized early childhood Foreign Language program

Enjoyment of Spanish songs, dances, and traditions
Ability to recognize Spanish sounds as non-English
Basic Spanish commands and phrases
Colors, numbers, shapes, and common objects

Mathematics

Hands-on, Sensory Math experiences-Saxon

One to one correspondence
Recognition of numerals 0-9
Ability to put parts together to form a whole
Numeration and rote counting
Patterns, sequencing
Number combinations
Money
Calendar skills
Rote counting 0-20

Emotional Development and Social Etiquette

Customized Social Etiquette Program

Cooperation with adults and peers
Polite phrasing and tone in daily communication
Positive attitude about learning
Self-control, independent work habits
Assumption of personal responsibility
Using appropriate table manners
Using speaking and listening skills to solve problems and conflicts
Learning to care for materials, equipment and people
Appropriate participation in a group setting

Additional time for Music & Rhythm, Physical Education, Science,
Social Studies, Geography, Imaginative Play, Cooking, and Art