Early Learning Program

For more than 36 years, Beacon Center for Children has been providing Early Learning services.
Our Early Learning Program uses a value-centered approach to foster a child’s intelligence and creativity along with good communication skills. Children's individuality is celebrated while a love for learning is cultivated. Children are encouraged to be considerate of their friends, honest and kind, flexible and assertive, appreciative and welcoming. They walk away with the tools needed for success!

Below you can learn about daily activities in our Early Learning Program.

A group of people wearing socks and sitting in the middle of a circle.
Three children in costumes work at a constructed space station.

Learning through play in action!

A child with a puzzle on her arm.
A group of children standing around a tree.

The Wizard of Oz comes to life!

A child 's hand touching the screen of an interactive toy.

Daily Activities for Our Early Learning Program

Groups

In our Early Learning Program, children are divided into groups focusing on their individual needs and interests. There is some overlap in the age groups. As children get older and their skills get stronger, the group activities will reflect these changes, creating an atmosphere that challenges and excites them.

There are four classes grouped according to age:

Three children are holding hands while walking through a hall.
Caterpillar Room: 18 months – 3 years
Two young children are painting at an easel.
Butterfly & Bumblebee Rooms: 3–4 years
Two young boys are painting with paint on a paper.
Sunflower Room: 4–6 years

In each group, the day includes three activities: one to cultivate language arts and reading readiness, one for math readiness, and a topical art activity. The program consists of age-appropriate amounts of:

✔ Indoor and Outdoor Free Play
✔ Reading and STEM Readiness Activities
✔ Music Appreciation and Creation
✔ Imaginary Play
✔ Storytelling
✔ Drama
✔ Dance/Creative Movement
✔ Experimentation/Nature Exploration
✔ Arts and Crafts

Schedule a tour of Beacon Center for Children and learn more about our Early Learning Program in Philadelphia.
Call (215) 963-0748.