What the First Part of the Morning Looks Like at Dolores Way

Before the full school day begins at Dolores Way, families are still arriving. The smaller group gives children time to settle in and reconnect with the room.

Some children choose a tray. Others talk about home or the weekend. On some mornings, a few children begin outside.

The trays can take many forms. Dry transfer builds hand-eye coordination. Number boards connect a written number with a real amount. Other choices include letters, sight words, ball transfers, flower arranging, buttons, and zippers.

The smaller setting creates dedicated space for one-on-one connections with educators and allows children time to settle in gently before circle time and the rest of the day begins.

This is one part of the daily rhythm at Dolores Way. Families exploring preschool in South San Francisco can learn more about the campus here.