Overview

BHA accepts children that will be five-years-old by October 1st of the upcoming academic year.

The school accommodates individual learning needs by utilizing different teaching methods. Our kindergarten program is much more than just a preparation for the first grade in school. It includes many extra-curricular activities such as field trips, games, creative dramatics and more. Our reading program is conducted in Arabic and English and phonetic in nature. Our math is presented systematically. Computer skills are introduced at a basic level of understanding for the students. Occasionally, homework will be assigned to kindergarten student to teach them responsibility. Islamic ethics, Quran memorization, Sunnah, Duaa and Arabic are a part of the daily curriculum.

Kindergarten Periods per Week:
each period is 30 minutes

• 5 periods of Language Arts
• 5 periods of Math
• 5 periods of Qur’an
• 8 periods of Arabic/Islamic Studies
• 5 periods of student-directed center time
• 5 periods of teacher-directed center time
• 1 period of Library with School Librarian
• 1 period of Physical Education with P.E. Coaches
• At least 30 minutes of recess everyday
• Snack time everyday around 9:30am
• 30 minute rest period* everyday around noon

*REST PERIOD
There will be a quiet time each afternoon for all students in pre-school, pre-kindergarten and kindergarten. Depending on their age, students are expected to rest quietly or engage in quiet activities, giving those who need to sleep an opportunity to do so. In order for a child’s rest time to be as pleasant as possible, a small blanket and a sleeping mat must be provided by the parent.