Preschool Program

Learning through play

All of our play-based and nature-based learning adds up to a lot of kindergarten readiness. With Creative Curriculum, a research-based early childhood curriculum, we engage our students in play-based activities centered on the early literacy, early math and social skills they will need, all while encouraging physical growth, healthy risk-taking and faith in God. Students leave our classrooms ready for kindergarten.

With one teacher for every eight preschoolers, your child is known, encouraged and loved. Families may choose a full day or half day schedule.

Full day general schedule

  • 7:00 – 8:30 a.m. • Free play and arrival
  • 8:30 – 9:00 a.m. • Morning meeting (outside when possible)
  • 9:00 – 9:45 a.m. • Breakfast
  • 9:45 – 10:45 a.m. • Recess (outside when possible)
  • 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. • Small groups and free play (outside when possible)
  • 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. • Lunch
  • 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. • Rest time
  • 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. • Quiet play and wake up
  • 4:00 – 4:30 p.m. • Snack
  • 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. • Large motor play and pick up (outside when possible)

Half day general schedule

  • 7:30 – 9:00 a.m. • Early Birds (extra fee applies)
  • 9:00 – 9:15 a.m. • Arrival and free play
  • 9:15 – 9:45 a.m. • Morning meeting (outside when possible)
  • 9:45 – 10:15 a.m. • Bathroom break and snack
  • 10:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. • Small groups and free play (outside when possible)
  • 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. • Lunch Bunch (extra fee applies)
  • 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. • Stay and Play (extra fee applies)

Enrollment details

The Preschool Program serves children 33 months to 5 years. Rates, fees and half day add-on pricing are listed on our Tuition & Financial Aid page.

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