Pre-Kindergarten
Pre-K and “Pre-K Plus”
In our Pre-Kindergarten programs, students are introduced to concepts that provide the foundation of skills necessary for success in Kindergarten. Independence is encouraged and children enhance their social, emotional, physical, and academic skills through self-paced exploration in a positive learning environment. Unique to our school is our Christian values curriculum which strengthens emotional intelligence and fosters character development through developmentally appropriate lessons on topics such as empathy, respect, sharing, friendship, and honesty.
Through hands-on, playful, and engaging activities intended to spark the curiosity of young minds, our Pre-K students explore many activities that parallel a Kindergarten classroom such as mathematics, literacy, science, social skills, cultural studies, and technology. Concepts in each of these areas are not taught to mastery but intended to support a smooth transition to Kindergarten. Our Pre-K curriculum utilizes fun thematic units to ensure that children’s learning is tied to authentic, meaningful experiences. Curriculum resources in our Pre-K classrooms include Wilson Fundations® for Pre-K students which strengthen alphabetic principles, letter/sound correspondence, and supports fine motor and writing skills.
Inside Our Day
A typical day for a half-day Pre-K student includes:
Arrival Activities
Thematic Learning Centers and “Work Time” (Play-based Literacy)
Whole-group Circle Activities
Investigation Time (STEAM activities)
Snack Time and Stories
Recess
Outdoor Nature Classroom
Extracurricular activities with specialized teachers (Spanish/Music/P.E.)
Journaling
Those in our full-day program, “Pre-K Plus,” also participate in:
Themed enrichment topics such as STEAM, KinderClub, and Spanish Immersion
afternoon recess
Program Extensions
Lunch Bunch: Students can stay for lunch (brought from home), play time, and stories until 1:00.
Lunch Bunch + Enrichment Club: 12:00 through 3:00, daily
(Pre-K Plus provides a full-day option from 9:00 to 3:00 for 5 days, discounted tuition applies)
Early Care: Our early care program runs from 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
After-School Activities: Our after-school program runs from 3:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.