Kentucky Early Learning Curriculum

Infant
Infant

The curriculum is designed for infants aged 6 months to 1 year, focusing on key developmental areas including language and literacy, math skills, scientific exploration, social studies, and physical development. It emphasizes interactive and sensory-rich activities to promote early communication through vocal engagement, storytelling, and musical rhythm. Foundational math concepts are introduced through play, helping infants recognize shapes and understand spatial awareness. Scientific inquiry is encouraged through hands-on sensory experiences, while social skills are developed through peer interactions and group activities. The curriculum also supports gross and fine motor skills development and promotes healthy habits from an early age, creating a holistic environment for infants to grow and thrive.

Toddler
Toddler

This comprehensive curriculum is designed for toddlers aged 1 to 3 years, focusing on holistic development across key areas including language and literacy, mathematics, science, social studies, physical development and health, and fine arts. It incorporates engaging activities that promote language skills through storytelling and songs, introduces foundational mathematical concepts through hands-on exploration, and encourages scientific inquiry with sensory experiences. The curriculum also emphasizes social and emotional growth, self-awareness, and community connections, while fostering physical skills and healthy habits. Creative expression is encouraged through various artistic mediums, allowing children to explore their imaginations. Overall, this curriculum provides a well-rounded framework that supports essential early development and cultivates a love for learning in young children.

Preschool
Preschool

This preschool curriculum focuses on holistic child development through a comprehensive approach that integrates key areas of learning, including language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, physical education, and the arts. It promotes foundational skills such as literacy through storytelling and writing, numeracy via hands-on activities, and scientific inquiry through observation and experimentation. Additionally, it emphasizes social awareness and community involvement, while also nurturing physical abilities and self-expression through organized movement and artistic activities. Designed to create an engaging and stimulating environment, the curriculum aims to foster curiosity, creativity, and essential interpersonal skills in young learners.