Rainbow Room
Ages 3-4
The Rainbow Room's curriculum supports the social, cognitive, physical and emotional development of each child through a variety of experiences that motivate children to explore and learn through their play. The environment, routines and activities are designed to foster children's learning, creativity, friendship skills and independence.
Rainbow Teachers
Dawn Blinn - Teacher
Dawn has been in the field of Early Childhood Education since 1997. Over the years, she has held positions as a Toddler and Preschool Teacher, Program Coordinator, Assistant Director, and Director of a School Readiness Preschool program in Connecticut. Since moving to Vermont in 2010, she has been a PD Specialist for the Council for Professional Recognition helping Early Childhood Professionals earn their CDA credentials. She has her degree in Early Childhood Education and studied at both Norwalk Community college and Fairfield University. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and dog, gardening and cooking.
Pam Donaghue - Teacher
Pam has been part of The Little School since 2023. She worked in elementary special education for 5 years in Massachusetts before moving to Vermont in 2021 with her husband. She has three adult children and is always happy when they are home for a school break or visit. In her spare time she enjoys reading, walking her dog, and skiing with the family.
A Typical Day In the Rainbow Room
9:00 – 9:15 | Arrival and Welcome
9:15 – 10:00 | Free Play and Explore Time
10:00 – 10:15 | Clean-Up Time
10:15 – 10:45 | Morning Snack
10:45 – 11:00 | Circle Time and Music & Movement
11:00 – 11:45 | Outdoor Play
11:45 – 12:00 | Story Time or Group Activity
12:00 – 12:30 | Lunch
12:30 | Pick-up for Morning-Only Kids
12:30 – 2:15 | Quiet Rest
2:15 – 3:30 | Outdoor Play
3:30 | Pick-Up