At Smarty Pants Pre-School, we inspire curiosity, creativity, and confidence in every child. Our curriculum is carefully designed to provide hands-on learning, guided exploration, and playful discovery, helping children grow academically, socially, emotionally, and physically.
Early Math Exploration
Children develop a love for numbers and problem-solving through interactive, hands-on experiences:
- Recognizing numbers and counting
- Exploring patterns, sorting, and shapes
- Learning measurement, time, and simple graphing
- Practicing problem-solving and logical thinking
Math is everywhere in our classrooms—from games to daily routines—making learning meaningful and fun.
Social Studies & Social Development
Children explore themselves, their families, communities, and the wider world:
- “All About Me,” “My Family,” and “Our Community” activities
- Introduction to U.S. states and world cultures
- Celebrations with music, food, and traditions
- Developing social skills: sharing, cooperation, empathy, and respect for diversity
These experiences help children understand themselves and others while building confidence and friendships.
Science Exploration
Science nurtures natural curiosity and critical thinking through hands-on discovery:
- Exploring plants, insects, butterflies, dinosaurs, and ocean life
- Experiments with solids vs liquids, sensory exploration, and color mixing
- Observing weather, seasons, and simple measurements
- Practicing prediction, observation, and reflection
Children learn to ask questions, investigate, and think critically about the world around them.
Emotional Development
We create a safe, consistent, and nurturing environment where children grow emotionally:
- Building self-esteem, confidence, and independence
- Expressing and managing emotions
- Developing problem-solving skills and positive relationships
- Learning through praise, encouragement, and trust
Children feel secure, valued, and ready to explore with confidence.
Physical Health & Wellness
Healthy bodies support active minds. Children develop gross and fine motor skills while learning healthy habits:
- Nutrition, hygiene, safety, and outdoor play
- Gross motor: running, skipping, galloping, balancing
- Fine motor: cutting, drawing, buttoning, lacing, writing
- Using tools: pencils, crayons, paintbrushes, and scissors
Children gain strength, coordination, and confidence through playful movement.
Reading & Writing
Children develop early literacy and communication skills through engaging stories and hands-on writing:
- Story time and access to books
- Letter and number recognition
- Scribbling, drawing, and purposeful writing
- Writing words, simple sentences, and their names
- Fine motor skills for holding and using writing tools
Children learn that reading and writing are fun, creative, and meaningful ways to express themselves.
Enrichment Programs
Our enrichment activities are designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and confidence in children. Each program encourages exploration and skill-building in a fun, age-appropriate way.
- Music & Movement – From singing in chorus and learning musical instruments to dancing, children express themselves through rhythm and melody.
- Computer Explorations – Age-appropriate computer activities introduce early technology skills in a playful, hands-on way.
- Tiny Taste Buds – Smarty’s Tiny Taste Buds combines a sprinkle of learning with a dash of fun through culinary exploration.
- Major Dance Moves – Partnering with Major Dance Productions, children progress from first steps to center stage, mastering movement and coordination.
- Amazing Athletes – Partnering with Amazing Athletes for a dynamic sports program where children learn the fundamentals of 10 different sports while building teamwork and confidence.
- Hola Smarties – A playful introduction to Spanish, fostering early foreign language skills and cultural awareness.
These enrichment experiences help children uncover new passions, develop confidence, and enjoy learning in a joyful environment.
Circle Time
Circle Time is a daily community-building and learning routine:
- Calendar, days, months, and seasons
- Weather observation and attendance
- Morning songs and classroom jobs
- Early exposure to numbers, routines, and social skills
Circle Time helps children feel connected, focused, and ready to learn each day. At Smarty Pants Pre-School, our curriculum is playful, purposeful, and inspiring, giving children the tools to grow, explore, and love learning for a lifetime.
Smarty Pants Pre-School LLC
(941) 706.1223 Sarasota Campus
(941) 747.7710 Parrish Campus
(941) 896.4796 West Campus
*Making Learning Fun Since 2007*