PreK

Our PreKindergarten (PreK) program follows a play-based, emergent-style curriculum. The students have daily opportunities to explore, discover, expand, and discuss ideas and opinions. Our program meets Monday through Friday from 8:30AM to 12:30PM and has space for 40 children. Each class will have up to 20 students with one teacher and two instructional aides. Students must be at least 4-years-old by August 31st to apply.
 
We provide optional PreK extended care that is available from 12:30–5:30PM. For more information on our after-school programs, please visit our Extended Care page.

PreK Curriculum

Students participate in diverse learning opportunities throughout their day that include project-based activities integrating math, science, and literacy, along with along and creative play. They experience whole class, small group, and individual instruction, in addition to classes in music, drama, PE, and library. Teachers put an emphasis on cooperation, respect, responsibility, and community. Students are encouraged to take academic and social risks and use collaborative skills which will help them grow into a confident, self-directed learners.

Students are encouraged to grow their self-regulation skills in a supportive community where students and teachers learn and take care of one another. Our classroom space is divided into several areas including a sensory table, light table, building area, maker space, writing, and a library that are defined but flexible in order to adapt to the needs of the current class. Students also have ample time for outside play with a designated playground. All PreK students have opportunities to participate in school-wide liturgies, celebrations, events, and Student Buddy Mentorship Program.