Art
Our Art class offers an enriching and imaginative environment where young minds can explore their creativity through various mediums and techniques. This class fosters self-expression, fine motor skills, and sensory development for our 3s and Pre-K Classes. With the unique addition of a kiln, children also delve into the creative world of clay, learning to sculpt, mold, and paint their own ceramic masterpieces. Through engaging activities and age-appropriate projects, our Art class not only cultivates a love for art but also promotes cognitive development, social interaction, and confidence-building in our young learners.
Chapel
Weekly chapel services are held for 3, 4 and 5 year olds. The chapel experience includes Bible stories and music.
Library
In our cozy library setting, 2s, 3s and Pre-K classes are introduced to a diverse selection of age-appropriate books, engaging in interactive storytelling sessions that captivate their attention and ignite their creativity. Through hands-on activities inspired by the stories, children develop essential literacy skills, vocabulary, and comprehension. Our library class not only fosters a lifelong love for reading but also instills a sense of wonder and exploration, laying a solid foundation for future academic success. 3s and Pre-K Classes also have the opportunity to check out a book from the library each week to bring home and read with their family.
Movement
Our Movement class, held in the church gym, offers a mix of games, exercises, and challenges tailored to the unique needs and abilities of preschool children. In this class, children develop essential motor skills, coordination, and spatial awareness through activities such as obstacle courses, ball games, and group exercises. With a focus on fostering teamwork, sportsmanship, and healthy habits, our Movement class not only promotes physical fitness but also encourages social interaction and confidence-building.
Music
Our Music class provides an engaging blend of interactive songs, instrument exploration, and creative movement activities. Through hands-on experiences with various musical instruments, including drums, xylophones, and shakers, children develop a sense of rhythm, coordination, and auditory skills. With a focus on fostering creativity and self-expression, our music class encourages children to sing, dance, and play along, igniting their imaginations and nurturing their love for music. Parents are invited to experience the magic of the holiday season with our Pre-K Christmas music program each year, as well as our annual 3-year-old spring music program. Both events are wonderful events for the children to showcase their musical talents.
Outdoor Classroom
NMP believes outdoor play is essential for children’s healthy development. Research shows that unstructured and “messy” play that takes place outdoors is vital to children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.NMP’s outdoor classroom provides for multi-sensory exploration, activity and meaningful play. The goal of this space is simple – to increase the quantity, quality, and benefits of outdoor experiences for all children in a space other than the playground.
Sensory Gym
The indoor sensory gym provides an exciting space for children to strengthen their social and gross motor skills. It includes a climbing wall, slide, monkey bars and more, providing a fun and colorful space for the children to explore.
