Streamline Christian Academy- Lake Forest

All About Us (and everything we do)

"Let my teaching fall like rain and my words come down like dew, like raindrops on new grass, like rain on tender plants." Deuteronomy 32:2

Mission Statement

To provide a high quality preschool program that encourages a child's growth academically, socially, physically, and emotionally.

It is through our school bible verse, Galatians 5:22: "The fruit of the spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control", that we meet those goals.

Important MOTOR skills

Fine motor skills- essential for writing in the future: playdough, painting, digging in dirt!

Gross motor skills- a huge missing skill in so many kids (why do so many kids need some sort of therapy?!?!?) Riding bikes, climbing on rocks, nature hikes, balancing, running. Kids need 2-3 hours of THIS each DAY!

Philosophy

Modeled after the prevalent nature schools in other countries, we employ educated teachers specially trained in science and outdoor learning environments. Child-led curiosity and exploration encourages our students to have a passion and love of learning that will last a lifetime.

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1000 Hours Outside!

Let them be LITTLE!

Preschool is the single most important time in a child's life! Not only does it set up students for a successful Kindergarten experience, but for a lifetime of emotional, academic, physical and social success!

There is TOO much pressure in society right now; my child can count to 100, well my child can read. Guess what? NONE of that is important!

Simplicity is key- they will learn to read, they will learn to write- but LET THEM BE LITTLE!

Education

A students quality of learning is greatly dependent on the level of education of their teacher. Surprisingly, to be a preschool teacher requires a minimal education.

Ms. Vanessa, the lead instructor, has obtained her:

AA in Early Childhood Education
BA in Business Admin
California Commission on Teacher Credentialing: Site Supervisor level permit

The REAL skills

Lets instead learn to:

Listen and respond when others are talking
Think outside the box
Emphasize with others
Develop resilience through trial and error
Contribute meaningful to contributions
Work collaboratively
Understand and regulate emotions
Confidence in making friends
Self-help skills
Developing self control

Experience

Experienced teachers are able to teach more effectively. Ms. Vanessa has over 20 years of instructing and leading local preschools including:

8 years at Streamline Christian Academy!
3 years at Frontiers Academy- a dynamic tri-lingual immersion school
6 years at Orange Tree Christian Preschool

Overview of concepts

Of course we do sprinkle in a little "education"...From A's and B's to math, bible, and our monthly themes, this overview shows you what concepts you can expect to be introduced throughout the school year!