Soaring in PK4 (4 Years)

Independence, Imagination, and Big Leaps Forward

Four is a magical year. Your child is growing into themselves — more confident, more capable, and more curious than ever before. They’re asking thoughtful questions, mastering new skills, and becoming a true friend and problem solver. At Pacesetter Academy, we meet this exciting stage with encouragement, enrichment, and just the right amount of challenge.

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What Matters Most at This Stage?

As your child steps into a new level of independence, we focus on:

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Deepening social-emotional growth through peer collaboration and emotional coaching
Encouraging creative thinking and academic curiosity
Supporting self-care and independence in meaningful, age-appropriate ways

Areas of Development We Support

Physical Development

Four-year-olds are in constant motion — hopping, climbing, balancing, and testing their boundaries with greater coordination and strength.

  • How We Support It:
  • Movement-based play, dancing, and obstacle courses refine gross motor skills
  • Scissor work, writing, art, and small building tools strengthen fine motor control
  • Opportunities for independence in movement and self-care build body awareness
Cognitive Development

This is the year children start making connections. They notice patterns, ask “why?” more often, and begin to use logic to solve problems.

  • How We Support It:
  • Games and puzzles challenge critical thinking and reasoning skills
  • Early math, literacy, and science are explored through hands-on discovery
  • Lessons are designed to spark curiosity and build early academic foundations
Language Development

Language blooms at this stage — your child is telling stories, expressing ideas clearly, and participating in more structured conversations.

  • How We Support It:
  • Storytelling, group discussions, and dramatic play build vocabulary and communication
  • Teachers model rich, expressive language throughout the day
  • Children are encouraged to share thoughts, ask questions, and express opinions confidently
Social & Emotional Development

With deeper empathy
and emotional awareness, four-year-olds begin forming stronger friendships and learning how to navigate group dynamics.

  • How We Support It:
  • Group projects and
    team games foster cooperation, negotiation, and leadership
  • Teachers provide gentle emotional coaching and support self-regulation
  • Classroom culture emphasizes kindness, respect, and connection
Independence & Self-Care

Your four-year-old is ready
to take on more responsibility— and we give them the tools to do it with pride.

  • Encouraging Independence:
  • Daily routines include choice-making and personal responsibility
  • Children take the lead in organizing their space and following schedules
  • Confidence grows as they master new tasks and self-advocate
  • Practicing Self-Care:
  • Children dress, clean up, and manage bathroom needs independently
  • Healthy habits like handwashing, food choices, and rest are reinforced
  • Teachers guide with encouragement while allowing space for
    self-direction

Health & Safety

By age four, your child’s ability to understand and apply safety concepts grows even more. They are beginning to recognize the importance of personal responsibility, such as keeping their belongings organized and taking care of their physical needs. We continue to emphasize safe play, teaching them to respect the boundaries of others and to follow rules that keep everyone safe. 

Hygiene practices become more consistent, with children taking full ownership of handwashing, brushing teeth, and self-care routines. We also continue promoting healthy habits, with an emphasis on nutrition, physical activity, and rest, helping them prepare for the more structured routines of kindergarten.

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Alicia B
Mother

Pacesetter Academy is arguably the best Preschool in the Miramar/Pembroke Pines area. My child has been attending this school for about a year and a half and his knowledge base has increased tremendously. I also appreciate them remaining open during this pandemic, allowing me to continue to work and my child to continue in his learning growth.

OUR SCHOOL AT-A-GLANCE

What Makes Pacesetter Different?

Our approach, rooted in the renowned HighScope Curriculum, nurtures young minds by fostering a love of learning through active engagement, independent exploration, and comprehensive growth.

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Individualized Learning, Every Step of the Way

We recognize that four-year-olds develop at different rates. Our teachers provide tailored support that challenges each child while honoring their pace.

Balanced Structure and Imagination

With daily rhythms that mix structured lessons and open-ended play, we give children the freedom to explore while introducing them to the joys of learning.

Community and Connection

PK4 is a time of deep social learning. We foster a sense of belonging where children feel seen, supported, and celebrated.

Ongoing Family Partnership

We keep you informed and involved with regular updates, shared goals, and open conversations about your child’s growth and development.

Soaring in PK4 (4 Years)

Your Child
Belongs Here

PK4 is a year of momentum — where confidence, curiosity, and capability all take flight. At Pacesetter Academy, we’re honored to guide your child as they build the skills and self-assurance that will carry them into kindergarten and beyond.

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10950 Pembroke Road
Miramar, Florida 33025
United States
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+1 954-441-4488
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