These programs are integrated into the normal school week:
Computer Program - From September through May, the younger Pre-K, Pre-K, and Jr.
K classes will receive computer instruction weekly during open time. The computer teacher strengthens learning by
utilizing programs that incorporate patterning, matching, sequencing,
categorizing, numeral and letter naming.
Music Program - The children in all of the classes receive music instruction
on a weekly basis. The music program
incorporates thematic songs, rhythmic movement, and playing of simple musical
instruments.
Guidance Program - Classroom guidance is offered to all classes on a weekly
basis. The purpose of the guidance
program is to help children express their feelings about various topics and to
develop problem solving skills. In
addition to classroom guidance, individual guidance is offered for Canterbury children when
a teacher, child or parent requests the Director to address a specific
issue.
Motor Development Program - This specialized program teaches the children to follow directions,
develop muscle coordination and body control.
The children are introduced to new games, exercise, and equipment. Most of all, the children lean that physical
activity is fun!
Giving Program - Canterbury is committed to teaching children that giving to others is important. Canterbury families, along with River Road Presbyterian Church, will be involved in
helping others within the Richmond community.
Library - The library program operates as a room during
Open Time. It gives our children the
opportunity to experience quality children’s literature while developing key
early literacy skills. The lending
portion of the program offers children the chance to choose their own books to
share with family. They learn to be
responsible for the books, taking a great deal of pride in being trusted with
special school library books. Most of
all, it helps reinforce that books are our friends, and that reading is fun.
