Corbin Preschool

614 Master Street
Corbin, Kentucky 40701
Phone (606) 523-3612
Fax (606) 523-3618
Director:  Jane Chandler

 

 

At the Corbin Preschool Center we strive to provide preschool children with a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment. The following is a brief description of the programs we offer. Please call or visit the Center for any questions about any of our programs and services.

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Corbin Preschool Center Programs:
Early Childhood Program
Toddler & Nursery School
Ages: 12 months - 2 years

Our early childhood program utilizes the philosophy of the Creative Curriculum. The mission is to enhance the quality of early childhood services by offering practical, innovative, and developmentally appropriate curriculum, assessment materials, parenting resources, as well as professional development for staff.

 

 

 

 

 

Preschool Programs
Although the preschool programs are diverse in teaching methods and curriculum, all preschool programs at the Corbin Preschool Center have the common goal of providing young children with a solid foundation academically, socially, and emotionally. By addressing the whole child, a strong structure is built for future learning and achievement. The Center offers two tuition classes: Early Start and Montessori. Our tuition programs have blended with the KERA state-funded preschool this year so that children who do not meet eligibility guidelines may also attend within the regular preschool program. Blending our preschool programs has allowed the center to maximize funding from the state level and alleviated a financial burden to qualifying families. Requirements for the program are explained in the program descriptions listed below. All programs are guided by the Kentucky Department of Education's Early Childhood Standards in order to successfully prepare children for primary school.

 

 

 

 

 

Early Start Preschool
Ages: +/- 3 years
Early Start Preschool utilizes the curriculum entitled Let's Begin with the Letter People. This is a nationally researched, comprehensive program with a strong emphasis on oral language, written symbols and phonemic awareness. Teaching staff have also been trained in the Creative Curriculum to provide a sound early childhood framework. There is also a major emphasis on social development including self-awareness, relationships with others, and conflict resolution.

 

 

 

 

 

Montessori
Ages: 3-6 years
The Montessori method is founded in the teachings of Dr. Maria Montessori. Many of her once radical ideas -- including the notion that children learn through hands-on activities, that the preschool years are a time of critical brain development, and that parents should be part of their child's education -- are now accepted wisdom. Key components of the Montessori method are that learning occurs naturally through the senses and students learn by manipulating materials and interacting with others. The physical, social, emotional and cognitive needs and interests of the child are all valued and considered equally important. Respect and caring for others and the environment are vital components of Dr. Montessori's teaching. One of the outstanding features of this program is that learning is individualized and the child is met where they are and guided forward. The method, by nature, differentiates instruction. The ultimate goal of Montessori education is to foster competent, responsible citizens who are lifelong learners and problem solvers. Our Montessori program is designed as a three year program which includes the Kindergarten year. Morning and afternoon sessions are available.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

KERA Preschool
The KERA Preschool program has expanded and for the first time we are offering two classrooms with both AM and PM sessions. KERA Preschool utilizes Creative
Curriculum and Breakthrough to Literacy. The Creative Curriculum offers an
extensive assessment component that we are launching online for this school year. We expect this component to be very useful in standard-based teaching as well as a vital link as the child progresses to the primary level. KERA is a state funded preschool program enacted to provide free preschool services to children who are four years of age by October 1st and also qualify for free lunch status. Children who are three years of age may also qualify due to a developmental delay or disability regardless of family income. The program is developmentally appropriate and follows the Kentucky Department of Education's Early Childhood Standards. Morning and afternoon sessions are available. Transportation is also provided to and from preschool.

Space is limited in the majority of the programs.  Although the preschool programs at the center are diverse in teaching methods and curriculum, all preschool programs at the Corbin Preschool Center have the common goal of providing young children with a solid foundation academically, socially and emotionally.  By addressing the whole child, a strong structure is built for future learning and achievement.  All programs are guided by the Kentucky Department of Education's Early Childhood Standards to successfully prepare children for primary school.