(540) 548-8003
7001 Harrison Road Fredericksburg, VA

Hours of operation:
5:30 am to 6:30 pm

Four-Year-Old Program

A Vibrant Space Where Curiosity, Imagination & a Love of Learning Come Alive!

There’s something truly special about watching a four-year-old light up when something clicks. By this age, your child is fast becoming a confident, independent learner — full of questions, big ideas, and an eagerness to take on the world. Our Four-Year-Old Program is designed to meet them exactly where they are and gently guide them toward kindergarten and beyond.

We help them meet their milestones through:

  • Hands-on learning

  • Fostering independence

  • Teaching social skills

  • STEM projects

  • Dramatic play

A Strong Literacy Foundation — Reading Readiness Done Right

At four, phonics and reading readiness become an exciting focus — and we make every bit of it feel like an adventure! Our strong literacy-based approach weaves reading skills naturally into everything your child does each day:

  • Letter of the Week, connecting all daily and weekly activities to one central letter

  • Workbooks, building early writing and reading skills with age-appropriate practice

  • Music, rhymes, songs & finger play, making phonics fun and memorable

  • Children’s literature, stories are told, illustrated, and even acted out!

  • Creative writing on storyboards, encouraging children to express their own ideas in words and pictures

  • Interactive storytelling, building comprehension, vocabulary, and imagination together

By the time your four-year-old leaves our program, they won’t just be ready to read — they’ll want to read.

Math in the Real World — Making Numbers Make Sense

Four-year-olds learn math best when it feels real and relevant, so we bring numbers to life using the objects and experiences right in your child’s everyday environment. Your child will explore:

  • Counting and number recognition through hands-on play

  • Shapes, sizes, and patterns in the world around them

  • Early problem-solving and critical thinking skills

  • STEM-inspired projects that spark curiosity and logical thinking

  • Math woven naturally into art, music, science, and dramatic play

  • Learning to count has never been more fun — or more meaningful!

A Full Day of Engaging, Purposeful Activities

Every day is filled with a carefully balanced blend of structured learning and creative freedom. Your four-year-old will grow and thrive through:

  • Arts and crafts — fine motor development and creative expression

  • Dramatic play and role play — social skills, empathy, and imagination

  • Science exploration — nurturing curiosity and observation

  • Writing poetry — building language and self-expression

  • Listening skills and language development — preparing for classroom success

  • Social interaction and group activities — making lasting friendships

  • Learning centers — child-led exploration and independent discovery

Our monthly, weekly, and daily activities keep our curriculum fresh, fun, and focused — so your child always has something exciting to look forward to!

Learning Centers — Still Playing, Always Growing

Even as academic concepts deepen, play remains at the heart of everything we do. Children continue to utilize our thoughtfully designed learning centers to explore, create, and collaborate freely. These spaces foster independence, social skills, and a genuine sense of adventure — giving children the confidence to try new things and discover what they love.

Our caring, experienced educators are always nearby — encouraging curiosity, celebrating progress, and giving your child the tools they need to succeed as they embark on this exciting educational journey!

Preparing for Kindergarten — One Step at a Time

The kindergarten classroom can feel like a big leap — but we make sure your child arrives ready, confident, and excited. Our Four-Year-Old Program develops all the skills that ensure a smooth, happy transition into kindergarten.

Active Every Day — Rain, Shine, Hot or Cold!

We know how much four-year-olds need to move — and we make sure they do every single day! Children enjoy daily outdoor time on our state-of-the-art playground, and when the weather has other plans, the fun moves inside to our beloved Bounce House in our multipurpose room.

No cancellations, no indoor-only days, no missing out — just active, joyful play no matter what the weather brings. Ask any of our kids — the playground and Bounce House are the highlights of the day!

Let's Get Your Four-Year-Old Ready for Kindergarten!

We are genuinely passionate about giving your four-year-old the best possible start. Our nurturing educators, engaging curriculum, and love-filled environment come together to create a place where every child feels safe, valued, and inspired to grow.

Contact us — we can’t wait to meet your future kindergartner!

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A little girl with a bee tray at Creative Childcare Academy and Camp
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A 4-year old boy with Bee tray at Creative Childcare Academy and Camp
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A group of 4-year old children learning about worms at Creative Childcare Academy and Camp
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Growing up should feel like an adventure. Come see how we help every child find their own sense of wonder.