Threes

Minimum Age: Three years by September 1

Co-Op Participation: Once or twice per month

2025-26 Info		1-Day	2-Day
M W F	9:00 – 1:00	$0785	$0670
MWF/TTh Pre-K	9:00 – 1:00	$1315	$1115

One of the most important milestones for three-year-olds is their readiness to develop socialization skills, self-control and independence. Each of these represent an important steppingstone toward kindergarten readiness. The Threes Program encourages the growth of these key skills by supporting children as they learn to interact in a group setting, while balancing their desire for independence.

Developmental Milestones

While it is extremely important to remember that all children develop at their own pace, below are some typical developmental milestones for three year-olds. Teachers support and build upon milestones by providing learning opportunities throughout our Experience Centers while also facilitating social interactions by modeling communication and self-advocacy skills.

Development/ Emergent Literacy	Answers simple questions about a story, rhyme, or song Communicates through scribbling
Mathematics	Can count to 10 and beyond Learns patterns and series of objects Knows written numbers represent quantity
Learning About the World/Science	Uses objects in a variety of ways Can notice differences in results Uses tools and measuring devices to explore
Social & Emotional Development	Eager to help with chores Begins to cooperate with others Increased ability to follow rules
Approaches to Learning	Makes independent choices Becomes more imaginative and inventive Participates in a wider variety of experiences
Physical & Health Development	Increased coordination to use scissors, hole punch Increasing strength and stamina Points to body parts on self when named