First Start
Childcare and Learning Center
Elkridge,MD
Our Program

Our Education Program is designed to provide a wide variety of learning
opportunities for your child.  In addition, our computer learning program
allow children to explore computers emphasizing in reading, math and
comprehension skills.  The program is designed to cover all aspects of
learning.  The children learn through playing and working on different
projects.  The areas of learning include: art, math, music, science and social
studies.


Infant Program

The infant program caters to an environment that is setup to foster infants
physical, sensory, social, emotional and intellectual development.  Caregivers
can be found singing, talking and reading to or cuddling, playing or rocking
with the babies.  Their interaction is second to none in providing the positive
sense of trust and security your baby needs.  The program is developmental
based and presented in a warm, nurturing environment.

Toddler Program

This program is designed to develop confidence, self-esteem, and a love of
learning. Learning areas include dramatic play, creative arts, language
development and communicating skills.  

Two Year Old Program

The Twos program is used to develop the child's language, gross motor and
small motor skills. Self-discipline, cooperation and creative expression are
fostered through play activities.  Exploration of manipulative toys, books,
indoor and outdoor play equipment and materials help to develop the child's
curiousity, creativity and independence.  Art and music experiences with a
variety of materials are an integral part of the program.


Three Year Old Program

The creative Preschool Program is the core of the three year old
curriculum.  Listening to stories, retelling events, dramatic play with puppets,
music and movement experience help the child develop concepts and
language skills necessary for future learning.  A variety of play and art
materials are provided for the child's exploration.  Stringing beads, building
blocks, painting, drawing, cutting and constructing with differnet materials
foster the development of the child's small motor and program solving skills,
and also enhance his sense of creativity and self-expression.

Four Year Old Program

The four and five year old child is ready for the exploration of concepts in
the areas of reading and math readiness, science and social studies, as well
as the continued growth of language and physical development skills.  
Utilizing the creative Pre-Kindergarten Program, the child is presented with a
thematic, hands-on approach to learning new skills and developing new
awareness and abilities.  Beginning phonics instruction is initiated when the
child is ready for the skill.  the child's curiousity, independence and
self-confidence are fostered through the use of center play activities.  
Manipulative toys, art, music experiences and field trips enhance the child's
understanding and enjoyment of presented concepts.
First Start Centers (Elkridge)
6501 Huntshire Drive #106
Elkridge, MD
United States
ph: 410-379-8200
fac: 410-379-8262
firststartparent@firststartcenters.com
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