Classroom Information
Once Upon a Time Childcare Center in Verona, WI invites you to view classroom information below.
Ouats Classrooms
Balance, Harmony and Quality Education for Your Child
With a low student-to-teacher ratio, our program offers the ability to keep an individualized, developmental-based curriculum that maximizes each student's learning potential within a caring and stimulating learning environment.
Our Programs and Teacher to Student Ratios:
INFANTS (ratio 2:8)
Children 6 weeks through 9 months enjoy this beautiful classroom. The ratio is 1 teacher to 4 infants with a maximum of 8 infants in the room. We do not microwave bottles but heat them in a bottle warmer. Children are rocked, held, and loved all day long. Parents must supply formula or breast milk, jar food, disposable diapers, and wipes.
TODDLERS (ratio 2:8)
Children 12 through 24 months enjoy this classroom. The ratio is 1 teacher to 4 children with a maximum of 8 children in the room. Tables, chairs, and shelving are child-sized. A dramatic play area encourages toddlers to mimic the world around them. Toddlers in this room will have lots of space to play and have a large playground in which to investigate the wonders of the environment. This playground is separate from the older children and is shared by the Infants and Toddlers. Parents must supply formula or breast milk, jar food, disposable diapers, and wipes.
TWO’S (ratio 2:12)
Two-year-old children have plenty of space to play in this large classroom. The ratio is 1 teacher to 6 children with a maximum of 12 children in the room. There are many age-appropriate toys, puzzles, sensory tables, and activities for the very busy two-year-old. Tables, chairs, and shelving are child-sized. A story corner provides a comfortable quiet area for teachers to read to children once or twice a day to help children wind down from their hectic pace. Parents must supply disposable diapers and wipes.
THREE’S (ratio 2:20)
Three-year-olds have a large classroom. The ratio in this room is 1 teacher to 10 children with a maximum of 20 children in the room. A dramatic play area is one of the highlights of this room. Many age-appropriate activities are available to keep the children engaged and happy throughout the day. The three-year-olds will have their own garden to plant, manage and harvest. This is a great learning experience and the children love it.
4 / 5 YEAR OLDS (ratio 2:26)
The 4 and 5-year-olds learn in a very large classroom with direct access to the large playground. The ratio in this room is 1 teacher to 13 children with a maximum of 26 children in the room. Art supplies and a dramatic play area allow these creative children to express themselves as they learn about the world. Lots of fun activities are planned and supplied in the classroom. The 4 and 5-year-olds will have their own garden to plant, manage and harvest. This is a great learning experience and the children love it.
SCHOOL-AGE (ratio 2:32)
The School-age students will hang out in a large classroom with lots of computers, books, and space to begin or complete homework. The ratio in this room is 1 teacher to 18 children with a maximum of 32 children in the room. Teachers will be available to help students with research, homework, and more. Exciting themes and activities will be planned to keep the Schoolagers engaged and excited about coming to the center before and/or after school.
During a hybrid school schedule, school-age OUAT Teachers will assist school-age children with their virtual learning and provide help and time to work on homework.
Helping Keep Summers Fun!
During the summer, Schoolagers will enjoy lots of activities such as nature study, planting, maintaining and harvesting a garden, field trips, water fun days, bike days, and more.
Reach Our Caring Staff Today
Once Upon a Time Childcare Center in Verona, WI, can be reached at 608-845-2367. Reach our schoolhouse in Belleville at 608-424-1040.