Morning

8:30 - 9:00 AM: Arrival and Free Exploration
Children arrive and engage in self-directed activities in various learning centers (blocks, art, sensory, dramatic play, etc.).

9:00 - 9:30 AM: Morning Snack
Children eat morning snack together as a community at our large central table or outdoors, weather permitting.

9:30 - 9:55AM: Morning Meeting/Circle Time
Gathering together for greetings, songs, news sharing, and discussion of the day's theme or focus.

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM: Large Group In-Depth Project Work/Investigative Play - Whole Class Group

• Children collaborate on hands-on projects related to their interests and questions. Activities and investigations may involve art, STEAM concepts, dramatic play, literacy exercises, music or nature exploration.

• Teachers facilitate and provide resources to support investigations.

10:40 - 11:45AM: Outdoor Exploration
Children explore and play in our outdoor play area. Twice a week we take children on a walking field trip to Lafayette Nature Center and to the nearby banks of Coal Creek.

Afternoon

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM: Lunch
Children eat lunch together as a community at our large central table or outdoors, weather permitting.

12:35 PM - 1:40 PM: Quiet Time/Rest
Children rest or choose to engage in quiet activities like reading, puzzles, or drawing while their friends rest. Put away blankets, toys, pillows & sheets and prepare for snack.

2:00 PM - 2:25 PM: Afternoon Snack
Children eat afternoon snack together as a group.

2:30 PM - 3:10 PM: Outdoor Play
After snack, children go outside for play and nature exploration.

3:15 PM - 3:25 PM: Closing Circle/Reflection of our School Day
A brief gathering to share experiences, reflect on the day, and transition to departure.

3:30 PM: Pickup Time