Building Confident Preschoolers
Explorers – Preschool Childcare Program in Skyway, WA
Our Preschool Childcare Program in Skyway is designed for curious learners ages 30 to 52 months who are ready to lead, question, and explore with growing independence. The Explorers program builds on early learning foundations while preparing children for the social and cognitive skills needed in Pre-K and beyond. With small group sizes, experienced teachers, and engaging STEAM projects, every day is filled with meaningful discovery and growth.
- Serving Renton, Rainier Beach & South Seattle
1:7
Teacher Ratio
14
Students Max
Students Max
Responsive Care for Growing Explorers
Confident Steps Toward Kindergarten Readiness
In our Preschool Childcare Program in Skyway, children begin to take on more responsibility, express complex emotions, and engage in collaborative learning. The Explorers classroom encourages emerging leadership and creative problem-solving, while providing a safe and structured space where children thrive through routine, reassurance, and joyful challenge.
Balanced Teacher-to-Child Ratio
A 1:7 teacher-to-child ratio with a maximum of 14 students ensures personalized attention in a supportive, engaging classroom environment.
Social & Emotional Support
Caregivers guide children through group play, emotional awareness, and routine transitions—building kindness, confidence, and resilience.
Confidence-Building Encouragement
Consistent, warm guidance helps children develop a sense of self-assurance as they tackle new challenges and practice problem-solving in everyday play.
Daily Preschool Routines & Milestones
A Day in the Life of Our Explorers Classroom
Each day balances self-directed learning with teacher-guided exploration. Children in our preschool program participate in morning meetings, group discussions, early literacy activities, math games, art projects, and outdoor play. These routines help strengthen attention, language development, and social confidence.
Welcome & Morning Transition
A warm welcome sets the tone for the day, with time for greetings, calm transitions, and social connection.
Lunch & Wind-Down
Shared meals encourage conversation and routine, while stories support listening, reflection, and early literacy.
Daily Helpers & Leadership
Children rotate classroom jobs, building responsibility, teamwork, and group pride.
STEAM Discovery Projects
Daily projects with building, puzzles, and sensory play encourage creative thinking and early problem-solving.
Outdoor Gross Motor Play
Active movement and games that support balance, coordination, and teamwork.
Nap or Quiet Rest Time
A quiet rest period helps children reset and transition calmly to afternoon learning.
Circle Time & Group Discussion
Group time with songs, movement, and discussions to build speaking and listening skills.
Playful Projects
Opportunities for creativity, self-direction, and collaborative problem-solving.
STEAM Learning for Preschool
Deeper STEAM Discovery for Curious Minds
STEAM is at the heart of our preschool program, where themed units inspire exploration across science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Whether building bridges, mixing colors, or counting natural objects, children learn by doing—and develop early critical thinking and problem-solving along the way.
Science
Discovery & Observation
Exploring weather, habitats, magnets, and mini experiments.
Exploring weather, habitats, magnets, and mini experiments.
Technology
Tools & Logic Play
Using simple tools, puzzles, and toys to spark problem-solving.
Engineering
Building & Creating
Building ramps, bridges, and challenges with blocks and materials.
Building ramps, bridges, and challenges with blocks and materials.
Art
Creative Storytelling
Expressing ideas through mixed media, painting, drawing, and collage.
Expressing ideas through mixed media, painting, drawing, and collage.
Math
Early Addition & Pattern
Sorting, comparing, and measuring through playful routines.
Sorting, comparing, and measuring through playful routines.
Supporting Growing Preschoolers
Confident Preschool Growth
Our Preschool Childcare Program in Skyway supports Explorers as they strengthen self-regulation, expressive language, peer cooperation, and cognitive skills through purposeful routines and enriching play. With a focus on independence and social-emotional growth, our classroom prepares children for the leap to kindergarten with curiosity and confidence.
Expressive Language & Communication
Children build stronger communication by participating in group discussions, storytelling, and early vocabulary games that support clear self-expression.
Creative Expression & Emotion Sharing
Through music, dramatic play, and art, children explore their emotions, practice empathy, and develop creative confidence.
Early Problem-Solving & Memory
Simple logic activities like matching, sorting, and visual memory games build foundational problem-solving and focus.
Movement & Motor Development
Gross and fine motor play—from balance activities to scissor use—enhances coordination and classroom participation.
Independence & Self-Care Routines
Daily transitions encourage children to clean up, wash hands, organize belongings, and follow instructions with minimal help.
Peer Interaction & Social Confidence
Children practice turn-taking, group cooperation, and conflict resolution during play and circle time, building peer connection.
Ready to Support Your Preschool Explorer?
Discover why families trust Little STEAMers Academy for a Preschool Childcare Program in Skyway that nurtures confidence, independence, and kindergarten readiness. Come experience the engaging, supportive classroom environment of our Explorers program firsthand.