Include a mixture of structured learning and freedom for the children to explore on their own. Children under 6 have absorbent minds and do not need direct teaching to learn, according to Montessori research on the Morey English Academy website. Start the day off with a morning routine. Get together on a rug and do some activities like counting, going over what day and date it is, and describing the weather. Read a story to the children. After meeting with the whole class, have the students work in groups.
Incorporate group learning in interaction via different centers. Set up a variety of different centers in the classroom covering an array of topics that engage students in different activities, like math, reading, art, games, building with blocks and computer play. Have the students choose the centers they want to work at and monitor and resolve any issues. Roam around the classroom, asking students questions about the activities they're doing. Guide students who are not on task to another center.
Include outdoor and indoor play into the curriculum. Since Preschool is a link between home and school, allow some free time to play and interact with other kids. Playing with other students helps young kids improve socialization skills while building self-esteem and improving coordination. Build in a period of nap time as well, especially if the students are at school for the whole day.
Make sure all adults in the classroom understand the learning goals. Usually, in a Preschool classroom there is a lead teacher and at least one assistant. Parents often assist in the classroom as well. It is important that the lead teacher communicates the expectations and goals to the staff. Have weekly meetings before or after school to iron out any difficulties.
Correspond frequently with parents via email and letters. If any difficulties arise, call the parents right away or talk to them when they come and pick up or drop off the child. Parents are a crucial element of the classroom whether they're present or not, and require communication on what is going on.