Programs & Curriculum
At PlayLab Discovery Center of Rockland, children learn best by doing. Our curriculum blends exploration, creativity, and guided discovery to support the whole child — socially, emotionally, physically, and cognitively. Every activity is designed to spark curiosity and build confidence.
🧸 Toddler Explorers (Private)
A gentle, nurturing introduction to learning through play. (18 months - 2 years)
Program Overview
Our Toddler Explorers program is designed to support your child’s earliest steps into independence. At this age, children are naturally curious, eager to move, and beginning to communicate in new ways. We create a warm, safe environment where toddlers can explore, build confidence, and develop foundational skills at their own pace.
What Toddlers Experience
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Sensory Exploration: Water play, textures, light tables, and hands‑on materials that stimulate curiosity.
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Early Language Development: Songs, fingerplays, picture books, and simple conversations that build vocabulary.
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Motor Skill Growth: Climbing structures, push toys, and movement activities that strengthen coordination.
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Social Beginnings: Learning to share, take turns, and interact with peers in a supportive setting.
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Creative Play: Art experiences using toddler‑friendly materials like paint, play dough, and crayons.
Learning Goals
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Build trust and independence
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Strengthen communication skills
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Develop fine and gross motor abilities
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Foster early problem‑solving
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Encourage joyful exploration
🎨 3s & 4s Program (Private)
A structured, play‑based program designed to nurture emerging independence and early academic foundations. (Ages 3 & 4)
Program Overview
Our private program blends imaginative play with intentional learning experiences. At this age, children are expanding their social world, developing self‑help skills, and showing interest in early literacy and numeracy. We provide a balanced environment where children can explore freely while also engaging in teacher‑guided activities.
What 3s & 4s Experience
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Early Literacy: Name recognition, letter exposure, storytelling, and rich vocabulary activities.
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Early Math Concepts: Counting, sorting, patterns, shapes, and simple problem‑solving.
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STEAM Play: Building materials, simple science experiments, and open‑ended exploration.
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Creative Arts: Painting, collage, dramatic play, music, and movement.
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Social‑Emotional Learning: Practicing empathy, expressing feelings, and building friendships.
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Growing Independence: Self‑help routines like handwashing, cleaning up, and managing belongings.
Learning Goals
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Strengthen communication and early academic readiness
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Build confidence and independence
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Develop cooperative play and social skills
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Encourage creativity and imagination
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Support emotional expression and self‑regulation
🔬 Pre‑K Discovery (Public)
A dynamic, inquiry‑based program preparing children for a confident transition to kindergarten (Ages 4-5)
Program Overview
Our Pre‑K Discovery program is designed to challenge and inspire young learners. Children at this age are ready for deeper thinking, collaborative projects, and more structured learning experiences. We focus on kindergarten readiness while maintaining the heart of our philosophy: learning through play, exploration, and creativity.
What Pre‑K Students Experience
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Literacy Readiness: Letter sounds, early writing, storytelling, journaling, and comprehension activities.
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Math Readiness: Number sense, simple addition/subtraction concepts, measurement, and problem‑solving.
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STEM Projects: Hands‑on experiments, building challenges, nature investigations, and inquiry‑based learning.
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Social‑Emotional Growth: Conflict resolution, teamwork, leadership opportunities, and self‑advocacy.
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Creative Expression: Art techniques, music, dramatic play, and opportunities to present ideas.
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Outdoor Learning: Nature walks, gross‑motor play, and environmental exploration.
Learning Goals
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Prepare children academically, socially, and emotionally for kindergarten
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Strengthen critical thinking and problem‑solving
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Build early literacy and numeracy foundations
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Encourage independence, responsibility, and confidence
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Foster curiosity and a love of learning