Preschool

At Joyland, we have two preschool classrooms for children ages 3-5 that are not yet eligible for Kindergarten.  We offer both a full day and half day program with flexible hours and rates to accommodates families with varied schedules.  In our small classroom setting we provide a safe learning environment which stimulates natural development.

“I wanted to take a moment to thank you for a wonderful preschool experience this past year.  The staff has always been welcoming and supportive; I have been comfortable from day one and would recommend Joyland to anyone looking for quality childcare.”

Classroom Goals:
  • Separates easily from parents
  • Ability to communicate with teachers and peers
  • Participates in large and small group activities
  • Cares for personal needs and belongings
  • Learns recognition of letters and letter sounds
  • Learns to hold pencil correctly and beginning writing skills
  • Learns to recognize the numbers 1 through 10
  • Learns simple addition and subtraction through hands on activities
  • Learns shapes, colors and sizes
  • Uses five senses to make observations
  • Examines different cultures and customs
  • Learns and follows classroom rules and the importance of sharing
  • Learns about weather, seasons and the environment
  • Expresses themselves through art and music everyday
Schedule:
7:00-9:00Arrival/FreePlay
9:00-9:30Morning Snack
9:30-10:00Circle Time/Music
10:00-10:30Fine Motor/Centers
10:30-11:00Gross Motor Play
11:00-11:30Art
11:30-12:00Lunch
12:00-12:30Nap Prep/Books
12:30-2:30Naptime/Rest Time
2:30-3:00Wake Up/Bathroom
3:00-3:15Afternoon Snack
3:15-3:30Circle Time
3:30-4:00Math/Science
4:00-4:30Gross Motor Play
4:30-5:00Table Toys/Manipulatives
5:00-6:00Free Play/Departure
Teachers:
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Becky Shafer

Becky has over twenty two years of experience in the childcare field.  She was born and raised on the island of Cebu in the Philippines.  She received her BS in Elementary Education from the University of Visayas in the Philippines.

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Amber Gilland

Amber has worked in early childhood education since 2006 in both administration and as a preschool teacher. She has a bachelors degree in psychology/human relations from Ohio Christian University.

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Shaina Fillinger

Shaina Fillinger is an Assistant Preschool Teacher at Joyland Preschool. Shaina is a graduate of the Early Childhood Education Program at Tolles Technical Center. She is currently pursing her Early Childhood Education Degree from Columbus State University. Shaina has been at Joyland since October 2008.

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Christina James

Christina has 9 years of experience working in childcare, 7 of those years have been spent at Joyland Preschool in the positions of wobbler and preschool teacher and Assistant Director. She completed training at the Northland Teaching Academy for grades preK through 12th.