Early childhood is a celebration!

It is a joyous celebration of innocent wonder, innate curiosity and thrilling discovery! At no other time is there so much opportunity to have a positive effect on the development of our children. Pre-kindergarten and kindergarten provide the initial step into formal schooling for many students and thus are a vital instrument in the character development of the student beyond the home. Academic and developmental needs are integrated into all pre-kindergarten and kindergarten activities, producing a holistic approach that meets the needs of the total child.

Pre-kindergarten and kindergarten classes are carefully designed to expand the children’s understanding of themselves as precious children of God, of their relationships with others and of the joy of learning. Seeds planted during these years take root and produce Christian character and qualities conducive to successful learning: organization and accountability for classroom behavior, responsibility, diligence, politeness and good manners.

PreK3

In PreK3 the students will begin their foundation of learning in a structured, nurturing environment that allows them to develop socially, spiritually and intellectually.

• In daily Bible classes, students will learn that the Bible is true, practical and applicable to every area of life.  Children will also be taught how to hide God’s word in their heart.
• The children will be exposed to language arts through storytelling, dramatic play, and literature.
• Math concepts will be introduced using a variety of hands on manipulatives and games.
• The children will be encouraged to explore the world around them to learn about the world God has created.
• In French, students are introduced to a new language, its customs and traditions, vocabulary and music
• Technology will be an integral part of the classroom with the use of tablets such as the iPad.

• It has been said there is no better gift for a child than the love of reading. Consequently, phonics and reading concepts are begun. Children are taught to read phonetically. Reading, writing and spelling are all taught as inseparable components of literacy.
• Mathematical concepts and computational skills are introduced. Qualitative and quantitative similarities and differences are explored and recognized.
• The pre-kindergarten and kindergarten study of science instills an appreciation of God's creation. The world is still unexplained and fresh, and every child is filled with a longing to discover how it all works. Good science education really starts with the lesson that the world is an amazing place. Units of study include the earth, plants and animals, the weather and the senses.
• In daily Bible classes, students learn that the Bible is true, practical and applicable to every area of life.
• In history and geography, students are introduced to maps and globes as they encounter basic geographic terms and concepts. They are encouraged to develop a sense of patriotism as they learn about our country's heritage, its great leaders, places and symbols.
• Art and music activities are introduced to nurture creativity and help young ears and eyes appreciate the world around them.
• In French, students are introduced to a new language, its customs and traditions, vocabulary and music.
• The computer is introduced to give the students a grasp on the mouse, the keyboard and some basic technology techniques.

The early childhood period is a very important stage in the development of motor skills. Proper direction in this area can assist in the success of the overall learning process and give students a head start on future learning and shaping of the mind, soul and body.

• Fine motor skills and visual-motor coordination develop as students master a variety of manipulations and activities.
• Creative movement and gross motor activities that target the larger muscle groups help to build a positive awareness of self.
• Emphasis is also given to the development of social skills.

The daily curriculum offers students an opportunity to develop abilities in relating to peers and adults, to use imagination, to learn to ask questions, to play cooperatively, to show respect and to be aware of the consequences of actions.