Sunbeams | Age 2.5
Our Sunbeams class is for 2.5 year old children who are ready for extended time in preschool. We will only be accepting children who are 2.5 by September 30th. This toddler class bustles with activity. The children enjoy learning through sensory, hands-on, play experiences. Our program places an emphasis on social interactions, choice, and cooperation in a loving, Godly environment.
OUR APPROACH
Our curriculum and purposefully-designed play spaces cater to each toddler’s desire to discover and explore, while the teachers offer support and guidance to enhance the learning experience. There is time for independent play, small group encounters, teacher time, and group gatherings throughout the day. Pretend play, Bible stories, music and movement, sensory explorations, story time, letter, number and shape recognition, and more, are all implemented into your child’s day to enhance his/her early development. Your child does not need to be potty trained to be in this class. When children are ready to begin this process, we work with each family to achieve this important milestone. Our staff to child ratio is 1:7 with one teacher and one assistant, and a maximum capacity of 13 children.
Teachers
Teresa Maillaro (Sunbeams Lead Teacher)
This is Ms. Teresa’s third year at Long Hill Christian Preschool and second year as the Head Sunbeam’s teacher. In addition to teaching our little ones, she is also the lead in our Spanish enrichment classes. She is a mom to 3 girls and comes with a wealth of experience and knowledge. We are thrilled to have her lead the Sunbeams class this year!
Kristi Thomas (Sunbeams Assistant Teacher)
Kristi has been our assistant Sunbeam’s teacher for two years. She is a wonderful role model for our children with a warm demeanor and positive attitude. We are lucky to have Kristi part of the LHCP team!
Class Offerings FOR 2025-2026
9:00 am -12:00 pm
Add Lunch Bunch: 12:00 pm-1:00 pm (2 days a week)
2 Days: Tuesday, Thursday
3 Days: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
5 Days: Sign up for both classes
Early drop off is available at 8:30
Jesus wants me for a sunbeam,
To shine for Him each day;
In every way try to please Him,
At home, at school, at play.