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CURRICULUM & IMPLEMENTATION PLAN


ALIGNED WITH THE PENNSYLVANIA EARLY LEARNING STANDARDS
At Morgan’s Early Childhood Academy, our curriculum is thoughtfully designed to support the whole child—socially, emotionally, physically, and cognitively. We follow the Pennsylvania Early Learning Standards (Infant–Pre-K) to guide instruction, ensure developmental appropriateness, and create meaningful learning experiences that meet each child exactly where they are.

Our teachers use a blend of structured activities, open-ended exploration, and personalized learning plans. Because young children grow at different rates, we observe, document, and adjust instruction to support each child’s developmental stage.

OUR COMMITMENT TO FAMILIES
We believe that children thrive when families and educators work in partnership. Our curriculum is an evolving roadmap tailored to each child’s strengths, interests, and developmental progress. Together, we ensure that every child builds a strong foundation for school and lifelong learning.

​INFANTS (0-12 MONTHS)
BUILDING TRUST, SECURITY & SENSORY EXPLORATION


CURRICULUM FOCUS
  • Developing secure attachments and emotional trust
  • Sensory exploration through sight, sound, touch, and movement
  • Early language development through songs, stories, and teacher interaction
  • Motor development—tummy time, reaching, grasping, rolling, crawling

CONNECTION TO PA EARLY LEARNING STANDARDS
Our infant program aligns with early indicators in areas such as Approaches to Learning, Social & Emotional Development, Language & Literacy Development, and Physical Development.

IMPLEMENTATION
  • Individualized care plans based on each infant’s routines
  • Daily documentation of feeding, sleep, diapering, and developmental milestones
  • One-on-one interaction focused on bonding, communication, and sensory experiences
  • Safe, stimulating play spaces designed to encourage natural exploration
​YOUNG TODDLERS (12-24 MONTHS)
EXPLORING INDEPENDENCE & EXPANDING COMMUNICATION


CURRICULUM FOCUS
  • Expanding vocabulary through conversation, labeling, and storytelling
  • Early social skills: parallel play, turn-taking, and emotional expression
  • Gross motor development through climbing, running, dancing, and outdoor play
  • Introduction to simple routines and self-help skills

CONNECTION TO PA EARLY STANDARDS
YOUNG TODDLER LEARNING ALIGNS WITH STANDARDS IN LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT, SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL GROWTH, COGNITIVE THINKING & PROBLEM SOLVING, AND MOTOR DEVLEPMENT.

IMPLEMENTING
  • Daily small-group activities and hands-on exploration
  • Choice-based centers allowing toddlers to follow their curiosity
  • Visual schedules and routine-building for predictability
  • Songs, fingerplays, and sensory play woven throughout the day


​OLDER TODDLERS (24-36 MONTHS)
ENCOURAGING CURIOSITY, PROBLEM SOLVING & EARLY SKILLS


CURRICULUM FOCUS
  • Pretend play, early cooperative play, and emotional regulation
  • Early literacy skills: recognizing pictures, exploring books, simple name awareness
  • Introduction to colors, shapes, numbers, and early scientific inquiry
  • Strengthening fine motor skills—scribbling, stacking, pouring, and puzzle-solving

CONNECTION TOM PA EARLY LEARNING STANDARDS
ACTIVITIES REFLECT STANDARDS IN CREATIVE ARTS, MATHEMATICS THINKING, EARLY LITERACY, SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL LEARNING AND SCIENTIFC EXPLORATION.

IMPLEMENTATION
  • Teacher-guided play that supports imagination and problem-solving
  • Sensory and discovery stations rotated weekly
  • Outdoor exploration to build physical strength and confidence
  • Individual observations used to adapt activities to each child’s needs


​PRESCHOOL (3-4 YEARS) 
LAYING THE FOUNDATION FOR ACADEMIC READINESS

CURRICULUM FOCUS
  • Beginning literacy skills: letter recognition, storytelling, phonological play
  • Early math concepts: counting, patterns, sorting, simple measurement
  • Scientific exploration through experimentation and nature study
  • Artistic expression through music, art materials, building, and dramatic play
  • Social development: friendships, conflict resolution, cooperation

CONNECTION TO PA EARLY LEARNING STANDARDS
PRESCHOOL INSTRUCTIONS ALIGNS WITH STANDARDS FOR LITERACY FOUNDATIONS, MATHEMATICAL THINKING, SCIENCE & SOCIAL STUDIES, CREATIVE ARTS, AND APPROACHES TO LEARNING.

IMPLEMENTATION
  • Weekly themed lessons tied to real-world experiences
  • Center-based learning encouraging independence and decision-making
  • Small-group instruction for early academic skills
  • Family communication and progress notes to track growth

​PRE-K (4-5 YEARS)
PREPARING CONFIDENT, CAPABLE KINDERGARTEN-READY LEARNERS

CURRICULUM FOCUS
  • Phonological awareness, early writing, and expanded vocabulary
  • Number recognition, counting strategies, early addition/subtraction concepts
  • Understanding community, culture, and early citizenship
  • STEM explorations through building, problem-solving, and experiments
  • Emotional maturity: self-control, empathy, leadership, and independence

CONNECTION TO PA EARLY LEARNING STANDARDS
OUR PRE-K CLASSROOM IMPLEMENTING THE FULL SCOPE OF PA STANDARDS, INCLUDING READING & WRITING READINESS, MATH FOUNDATIONS, SCIENCE INQUIRY, SOCIAL STUDIES CONCEPTS, SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT, AND HEALTH & PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT

IMPLEMENTATION
  • Individual learning assessments to ensure kindergarten readiness
  • Structured literacy and math blocks blended with play-based learning
  • Project-based work encouraging creativity and critical thinking
  • Opportunities for independence: classroom jobs, routine mastery, self-help skills

PROGRESS/SERVICE REPORTS:
Progress and Service reports are given quarterly; December, April and June. The Service reports assess the child’s developmental and physical milestones while the progress reports will evaluate the child’s progress in each separate class. Parent-Teacher conferences are accompanied with the Progress/Service reports and is a requirement for all Full-time students. Conferences will be either in person or via zoom.
Parents will be notified several weeks in advance to schedule a conference slot with their child(rens) teacher. Morgan’s Early Childhood Academy believe the partnership between parents and teachers is one of the most important foundations established to ensure the proper development and support of each student.
​HOMEWORK:
Every scholar will receive homework on a weekly basis as well as a monthly themed/science project. Homework and projects are MANDATORY and must be passed in on or before the assigned due date. It is an essential component when developing progress reports for reach scholar.  It helps teachers gauge how well children are retaining and are able to apply learned concepts outside of the classroom.
​HOLIDAY BREAKS/CLOSURES:
During the extended holiday breaks scholars will receive an academic packet that will be mandatory to be completed and returned. This practice is to assist the scholars retain what they’ve learned. During summer break the scholars will receive an academic summer packet along with a reading list.

UNIFORMS (MANDATORY)
 
BOYS: Light Blue Polo Style Shirt
Navy Blue Bottoms
 
GIRLS: Light Blue Polo Style Shirt
Navy Blue Bottoms (Jumper/Skirt)
 
GYM UNIFORMS (BOYS/GIRLS): Short sleeve/Long Sleeve Navy Blue Shirt
Black Bottoms (Sweatpants)

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HOURS OF OPERATION


CASTOR AVENUE 
Monday        6:30am - 6:00pm
Tuesday        6:30am - 6:00pm
Wednesday 6:30am - 6:00pm
Thursday      6:30am - 6:00pm
Friday           6:30am - 6:00pm
Sat - Sun: Closed


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CONTACT INFORMATION


​MORGAN'S EARLY CHILDHOOD ACADEMY
Phone: (215) 342-6200
Address: 7701 Castor Avenue
Philadelphia, Pa 19152
Email: [email protected]

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