Programs, Daily Schedule, and Services
Programs:
Preschool: Monday - Friday from 7:30am to 3:00pm
Afterschool: Monday - Friday from 3:00pm to 6:00pm
Saturday School: Fine Art Lessons, Private Tutoring, and more. From 9:00am to 1:00pm. Each lesson is scheduled individually.
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PRogram Pillars
At Erulgen School, our program rests on strong, timeless foundations designed to nurture the whole child — heart, mind, and spirit.
1. Learning by Doing
We foster natural curiosity through hands-on experiences. Children explore, experiment, and discover at their own pace, building critical thinking and problem-solving skills for life.
2. The Silent Guide and Prepared Environment
Our teachers serve as gentle guides, stepping forward only when needed. The environment is carefully crafted to encourage independence, exploration, and self-motivation.
3. Connection with Nature
Nature is our living classroom. Through daily outdoor activities, gardening, and observation, children develop a sense of wonder, responsibility, and gratitude for the natural world.
4. Virtues-Based Education
Inspired by timeless values reflected in nature — Respect, Keeping One’s Word, Loyalty, and Justice — we help children internalize the core virtues that build strong character and a compassionate heart.
5. STEAM Foundations
Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics (STEAM) are woven naturally into our curriculum, offering early opportunities for critical thinking, creativity, and intellectual exploration.
6. Introduction to Algorithms
Even at an early age, children can grasp the fundamental ideas behind sequences, patterns, and logical steps — the building blocks of algorithmic thinking. Through playful activities and hands-on projects, we introduce children to early computational thinking without screens, fostering their future fluency in a world where algorithms will be everywhere.
7. Fine Arts and Music
We believe that artistic expression is a fundamental language of childhood. Through daily experiences with drawing, painting, sculpting, and music, children refine their motor skills, express their emotions, and strengthen their ability to communicate ideas visually and audibly. Art and music are woven into all areas of learning, not taught in isolation.
8. Scientific Explorations
Children are natural scientists. Through guided experiments, observation, classification, and discovery projects, we nurture their innate sense of wonder about the world around them. Our approach encourages questioning, hypothesizing, and joyfully finding answers — planting the seeds for a lifelong love of science and inquiry.
9. Future Readiness and Adaptability
We prepare children to thrive in a world shaped by innovation and change. Building resilience, adaptability, and ethical reasoning starts early, through experiences grounded in human connection and meaningful engagement.
10. Parent, Child, and School Partnership
We believe true growth is a partnership. A trusting, respectful relationship between the school, the family, and the child creates a strong foundation for lifelong learning.
Daily SCHEDULE At Erulgen School
At Erulgen School, each day is designed to balance structured exploration with the natural rhythm of childhood.
Our daily flow encourages independence, creativity, and joyful community living.
Welcoming Students 7:30 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.
Children are warmly greeted as they arrive, helping them transition into the school environment with ease and confidence. A calm and joyful atmosphere sets the tone for the day.
Playing Together and Morning Snack 8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Children engage in free play with peers, building friendships, imagination, and social skills. A healthy morning snack is offered to nourish their growing bodies and minds.
Morning Meeting 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
We gather for a group meeting to set the tone for the day. Children share their thoughts, observations, and ideas.
Daily themes may stem from the monthly curriculum or from a question sparked by a child's curiosity.
"I am Building Myself" Period (up to 3 Hours) 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
This is the core of the morning — an extended, uninterrupted work period where children independently explore activities based on their interests and developmental stages.
Montessori-inspired work, STEAM projects, early literacy, mathematics, fine arts, and scientific investigations are woven into this time.
Lunch Preparation and Lunchtime 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Children participate in preparing for lunch, fostering independence, responsibility, and practical life skills.
We share a wholesome meal together, emphasizing community and gratitude.
Outside Playtime 12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Children enjoy free play outdoors, connecting with nature, strengthening gross motor skills, and experiencing freedom of open space.
Sleeping/Resting Time 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Younger children have a cozy, quiet time to nap, while older children engage in calm activities such as independent reading, quiet arts, or mindfulness practices.
Afternoon Snack 2:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Core program ends at 3:00 p.m. - dismissal for school day students.
Extended Day Program:
"I am Building Myself" Period 3:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Afternoon Discussions, Experiments, and Horticultural Activities and having snacks 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
The afternoon invites deeper discussions, hands-on experiments, and gardening projects.
Children explore science, environmental care, and teamwork through meaningful, age-appropriate activities.
Outside Playtime / Arts and Music 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
A second outdoor play session, or alternatively, vibrant sessions in fine arts, crafts, or music offer children creative expression and joyful movement to close the day.
Pickup Time / Reading Books 5:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
As families arrive for pickup, children enjoy a quiet, comforting end to their day — reading books, sharing stories, and reflecting on their learning.