Mission
With the increase in working parents today, it has become essential that good child care be provided at the least possible expense. Small Wonders was established to offer that assistance to parents. Small Wonders was established in October, 1978 and has grown from a small Day Care of four staff to a large Day Care School, housed in a newly constructed schoolhouse with sixteen staff. Over the years, Small Wonders has grown due to an increasing need from our parents. This growth as allowed Small Wonders to incorporate many new programs into our Day Care School. These programs include an Education for Preschool and Pre-K certification by the Child Care Food Program, as well as private contracting through the Early Learning Resource Center for subsidized day care.
Infant Room
- We will help your child explore the new beginnings that will be happening in his/her life.
- We introduce counting 1 - 5, colors, and sign language. We also have story time, do puzzles & art projects, and have free play both inside & outside (weather permitting).
- We work very hard on reaching milestones such as rolling over, crawling, walking, talking, participating in classroom activities, working together and so much more.
Nursery School
- As part of our language teaching, we will be introducing your child to the Alphabet. They will learn to recognize the letters.
- We introduce counting 0 - 15, colors, shapes, days of the week, and sign language. We also have story time, do puzzles & art projects, and have free play both inside & outside (weather permitting).
- We work very hard on life skills such as sharing, manners, participating in classroom activities, hygiene, working together and so much more.
Preschool
In Preschool, we make learning fun and engaging!
Language & Literacy: Children are introduced to the alphabet making letters memorable through stories and songs.
Math Skills: We explore counting from 0 to 20, and early math concepts through games with numbers, colors, and shapes.
Life Skills: Our curriculum emphasizes sharing, manners, teamwork, participation in classroom activities, and personal hygiene, helping children grow socially and emotionally.
At every step, we create a supportive and playful environment where your child can learn, explore, and thrive.
Pre-Kindergarten
Our Pre-K classroom is led by a certified teacher, ensuring high-quality instruction and a nurturing environment.
The Pre-K classroom is designed to develop each child’s strengths while preparing them for a successful transition to Kindergarten.
We focus on a variety of engaging and educational activities, including:
Music & Movement – fostering creativity and coordination
Fine Motor Skills – practicing scissor use, pencil control, and hand-eye coordination
Letter & Sound Recognition – aligned with PA standards
Literacy & Listening Skills – cultivating a love of books and stories
Math, Science & Social Studies – exploring the world around us
Self-Help Skills – learning to manage buttons, zippers, and snaps
Gross Motor Development – exercising large motor skills through fun activities
Outdoor Play – daily, weather permitting, to encourage physical activity and exploration
Every activity is designed to support growth, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning.