Our Programs

Kiddie Korral offers many different programs designed to meet everyone’s childcare needs.

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INFANT (6 wks. – 18 mos.)

Each infant is provided with his/her own crib. Play time is designed for each infant according to his/her level of development. Individual development is furthered through the use of sensory motor materials, gross motor activities and manipulative equipment. We recognize the importance of reading to a child, even at this early age. Thus, reading is also a part of our program. Most importantly, each infant receives much love and individual attention.

TODDLER (18 mos. – 3 yrs.)

Kiddie Korral’s structured educational programs begin at this age level. The staff begins teaching the alphabet, numbers, shapes, sizes and colors through the use of carpet games, toys, songs, etc. The staff also assists toddlers with potty training at this stage.

THREE- to FIVE-YEAR-OLDS

Children in this age group attend preschool either two or three half days per week, depending on their ages. While not in preschool, these children spend their time in the General Activity Room. Group activities are organized throughout the day that include utilization of gross motor equipment, dramatic play materials, art activities, fine motor manipulative materials and sensory perceptual materials.

PRESCHOOL

Kiddie Korral provides preschool for 3-year-olds on Tuesdays and Thursdays (a.m. and p.m.) and for 4- and 5-year-olds on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays (a.m. and p.m.). Morning classes are from 9 – 11:30 a.m. and afternoon classes are from noon – 2 p.m. Each class is taught by a certified teacher who is assisted by an aide. Classes concentrate on skills children need to develop to be prepared for kindergarten. Classes begin in September and end in June. The highlight of the year is our evening preschool graduation program, which is always well-attended by proud parents, families and friends.

Throughout the school year, our children participate in activities and projects that focus on reading and math readiness, language skills, social studies, science, music and art. We strive to develop both gross and fine motor skills. We also emphasize social skills (such as learning to share and decision making), as well as physical skills (manipulation of small and large objects to develop eye-hand coordination) and much more. A Spanish teacher comes every week, and the older preschool classes take monthly field trips to places such as the post office and the apple orchard. We also have monthly visits from a librarian and other special speakers.

SCHOOL-AGE (Children kindergarten and above)

We provide before and after school care for this age group. Children attending our after school program are provided with a healthy snack, followed by help with homework, supervised computer activities, games and crafts. Our summer program includes weekly age-appropriate field trips such as swimming, rollerskating, etc. The summer program concludes with a sleepover, where the children are rewarded for their good behavior.

SCHOOL-AGE TRANSPORTATION

Kiddie Korral vans provide transportation to and from the Sandusky school system and Sandusky parochial schools. Perkins bus transportation can be arranged for families who live within the area of the school system and attend our Perkins Avenue facility. Weekly schedules must be provided to the center and parents must sign permission slips. The center must be notified of any schedule changes in advance.

MEET OUR PRESCHOOL TEACHERS

Lynda Rapp (left) has taught preschool at Kiddie Korral since 1986. Lynda graduated from Bowling Green State University with a Bachelor of Science in Education degree. She previously taught in Toledo, at SMCC High School and Betty Rinderle school in Sandusky.

Julienne Wynn (right) has taught preschool at Kiddie Korral since 2002. She is a graduate of Edison High School and earned her Early Childhood degree at Lorain Community College.

Both teachers are certified to teach preschool and are highly qualified, highly motivated individuals.

MEET OUR SPANISH TEACHER

Senora Cebull is our Spanish teacher. She was born in Mexico and has lived here for 16 years. She is a mother of two and has been teaching Spanish for 10 years. Senora Cebull visits both of our centers every Friday to teach our 3- and 4-year-olds Spanish.