Toddlers

 3–5 Year Old Program

Jack and Jill Nursery School – York, PA 

At Jack and Jill Nursery School, our 3–5 Year Old Program is thoughtfully designed to support your child’s early development through a blend of structured learning, creative play, and meaningful social interaction. We offer a warm, nurturing environment where children feel safe, engaged, and encouraged to explore the world around them. 


Our program lays the foundation for lifelong learning by focusing on school readiness, independence, and emotional growth, all while having fun! 

Blueprint for Early Learning Curriculum

We use a developmentally appropriate, play-based approach rooted in the Blueprint for early learning Curriculum and aligned with Pennsylvania Early Learning Standards. Our curriculum supports the whole child academically, socially, emotionally, and physically. 

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What Your Child Will Learn

  • Language & Literacy

    • Story time and daily read-alouds
    • Message Time Plus
    • Letter recognition and phonemic awareness
    • Early writing, name practice, and journaling 
    • Vocabulary building and listening skills 

  • Math & Thinking Skills

    • Counting, number recognition, and patterns 
    • Sorting, sequencing, and comparisons 
    • Basic math concepts through play 
    • Calendar routines and daily weather discussions 

  • Social & Emotional Growth

    • Building confidence, independence, and empathy 
    • Learning to manage emotions and resolve conflict
    • Taking turns, listening, and working in groups
    • Encouraging responsibility and cooperation

  • Science & Discovery

    • Sensory exploration and simple science experiments
    • Seasonal nature studies and hands-on activities
    • Life cycles, weather, plants, and animals
    • Encouraging curiosity and critical thinking 

  • Creative Arts & Imagination

    • Painting, cutting, gluing, and crafting
    • Music, movement, and rhythm games
    • Dramatic play centers and storytelling
    • Daily opportunities for self-expression 

  • Physical Development

    • Outdoor and indoor gross motor play 
    • Fine motor activities: puzzles, lacing, and manipulatives
    • Yoga, obstacle courses, and movement games
    • Learning about health, hygiene, and body awareness 

We also conduct 3 parent teacher conferences in the spring, winter and fall for you to see your child’s progress. 

  • A little girl is dressed as a fireman in a classroom.

  • A group of children are sitting on the floor in a classroom.

A Typical Day in Our Classroom

Children thrive on routine, and our schedule provides a perfect balance of structure and flexibility: 

  • Morning Free Play & Learning Centers 
  • Circle Time: Stories, Calendar, Songs 
  • Themed Activities & Small Group Work 
  • Healthy Snack & Outdoor Recess 
  • Music, Movement, or Arts & Crafts 
  • Afternoon Wrap-Up & Story Time 

Kindergarten Readiness Goals

By the end of our 3–5 Year Old Program, your child will be ready to thrive in kindergarten. They'll be able to: 


  • Recognize letters, numbers, shapes, and their own name
  • Follow multi-step directions and classroom routines
  • Express thoughts and emotions clearly
  • Demonstrate early reading and writing readiness
  • Work independently and cooperatively with peers
  • A group of children are sitting on the floor in a classroom.

Enrollment Information

Please note that our 3–5 Year Old Program has a waiting list. If you’d like to join the waitlist or learn more, please contact us at: 


📞 (717) 854-4778 | 📍 Jack and Jill Nursery School – York, PA 


We look forward to welcoming your family into our school community!