Prepare your Child for Kindergarten in a Safe, Fun Environment with Experienced, Qualified Teachers
“…My daughter has been going to the school for 3 years. I love, love, love this school. They have low teacher turnover, competitive tuition fees, great families, and a wonderful play-based curricula. ……Amy Z
Pre-Kindergarten Program
(4 – 5 years)
The pre-kindergarten program prepares children for kindergarten academically, socially and emotionally – increasing confidence and independence.
Joyful Learning
We prepare children academically for kindergarten. We introduce a writing program, a pre-reading program, and a more formal social-emotional curriculum. Children learn pre-math concepts (more than counting!) and pre-reading skills (more than ABC’s!) as well as science, nature and the world around them.
Handwriting without Tears
Handwriting Without Tears embraces the science of reading and handwriting to offer a dynamic, research-based program. The program focuses on proper grip, creating vertical and horizontal lines, and learning the shapes used to form letters. HWT features wooden letter pieces, Play-Doh and magnets for “building” letters
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Zoo-Phonics®
The Zoo-phonics® Multi-sensory Language Arts Program is a kinesthetic, multi-modal approach to learning all aspects of language arts, including vocabulary development and articulation, based on phonics and phonemic awareness. Children easily learn the alphabet, phonemic awareness, rhyming, pre-sound blending, and pre-writing skills.
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Second Step
The Second Step Early Learning program gives early learners the power to grow. The research-based curriculum teaches essential human skills and helps children learn about their feelings and gain problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
- Listening
- Paying attention
- Managing their behavior
- Getting along with others
Peace of Mind for Parents
“…When my daughter first started at St. Clare’s she was very shy and since then she’s really opened up and has made so many friends. She also tells me every day how much she loves her teacher…” Claire K
Grow Healthy Bodies
The 4 – 5-year-old classes still have plenty of time for free play, both inside and outside class, so children can continue to develop their play skills and creativity before they settle into the more academic culture of kindergarten, elementary school, and beyond.
Play with Purpose
A typical preschool day will include outdoor and indoor play, as well as
teacher activities and games.
- Stories
- Music and Movement
- Creative Art
- Snacks and lunch
- Rest time
Build a Compassionate Heart
Our program includes a spiritual element. We welcome children of all faiths. We take the children into the Church because we want them to learn that we behave differently in a holy place, than we do in class or playground.