Our Approach to
Early Childhood Education
Our center-developed curriculum combines structured educational plans with hands-on activities, imaginative play, and real-world experiences that encourage children to explore, ask questions, and build new skills.
From the earliest discoveries in infancy to preparing for kindergarten, our learning experiences are designed to support children at every stage of their development.
Where Play and Education Come Together
Whether they're building something, exploring a new theme, playing with friends, or discovering how things work, every activity can become an opportunity to learn.
At Grace's Place, our curriculum introduces and reinforces early educational concepts, including colors, shapes, numbers, and letters, through purposeful activities that make learning feel natural and exciting.
Our approach is guided by the G.R.A.C.E. Framework™, which brings together purposeful learning, real-world discovery, active play, community connections, and preparation for each child's next stage.
Infant Curriculum
Little Discoveries That Build Important Foundations
Monthly Learning Plans | Beginning at 6 Weeks
The earliest stages of childhood are filled with discovery. Every new sound, movement, expression, and interaction is part of how babies begin to understand the world around them.
Our infant curriculum uses monthly learning plans developed by Grace's Place to introduce age-appropriate experiences that support early learning and development.
Toddlers & Twos Curriculum
Big Curiosity. New Skills. Growing Independence.
Weekly Learning Plans
Toddlers are naturally curious, eager to explore, and constantly discovering what they can do.
Our toddler and twos curriculum builds on that curiosity through center-developed weekly learning plans featuring engaging themes and activities.
Children are introduced to early learning concepts through playful experiences that encourage them to participate, experiment, communicate, and express their ideas.
From recognizing colors and shapes to exploring numbers, letters, and imaginative activities, students have opportunities to strengthen developing skills in ways that feel meaningful to them.
Preschool & Kindergarten Readiness
P.R.E. — Prepared Readiness Exploration for Kindergarten
Our Center-Developed Preschool Curriculum
Kindergarten readiness is about more than recognizing letters and numbers. It's also about developing the confidence, independence, communication, and social skills children need as they prepare for a new learning environment.
That's why our preschool curriculum includes P.R.E. — Prepared Readiness Exploration for Kindergarten.
Developed by Grace's Place, P.R.E. forms part of our weekly preschool learning plans, bringing together structured educational experiences, engaging themes, and purposeful play.
What Does P.R.E. Focus On?
Early Academic Foundations
Introducing and reinforcing concepts such as letter, number, color, and shape recognition through engaging activities.
Communication & Social Development
Creating opportunities for students to express their ideas, interact with others, build friendships, and develop communication skills.
Confidence & Independence
Encouraging children to participate, explore new experiences, and practise skills that support growing independence.
Learning Through Exploration
Using themed activities and hands-on experiences to make new subjects interesting, accessible, and meaningful.
Through P.R.E., our goal is to help students build the foundations they need to approach kindergarten with growing confidence, curiosity, and enthusiasm for learning.
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Beyond The Classroom
Bringing the World Into Their Learning
We believe children benefit from experiences that introduce them to new people, ideas, and environments.
Alongside our classroom curriculum, students at Grace's Place have opportunities to enjoy:
Outdoor play and exploration
Community visitors
Cultural and holiday celebrations
Family and community events
External trips
These opportunities connect closely with our G.R.A.C.E. Framework™, reinforcing the importance of discovery, active learning, and community connections.
G.R.A.C.E. Framework™
One Connected Approach to Learning and Development
Our curriculum is an important part of the wider Grace's Place experience.
Through the G.R.A.C.E. Framework™, we connect educational activities with five principles that support children's overall development.
Guided
Growth
Real-World Discovery
Active Learning Through Play
Community
& Connection
Every Child
Ready
Together, these principles reflect our commitment to providing children with purposeful learning experiences, caring relationships, and opportunities to develop skills for their next stage.
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See Purposeful Learning in Action
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