Our Lady of Grace's preschool program is a multi-aged program open to children 3 and 4-years-old*. The program is designed to help our youngest students explore the world around them while they develop socially, cognitively, linguistically, spiritually, physically, and creatively. Classroom activities include arts and crafts, music, movement, alphabet and number activities, science and sensory activities, dramatic play, block play, writing activities, religion and lessons in faith, and play time with manipulative toys such as puzzles and peg boards. Students are also assessed in all areas of learning throughout the year.
*All Pre-K students MUST be potty-trained.
Our Lady of Grace Catholic Schools offers a half-day and full-day option for our littlest students. The pre-kindergarten program is available for children 3 and 4-years-old* and focuses on hands-on learning and play-centered education.
- Half-day Preschool Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
- Full-day Preschool Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 2:50 p.m.
Morning drop-off begins at 7:30 am, and after-school care is available from 2:45 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at an additional cost. (More information on After-School Care can be found HERE.)
*Pre-K students must turn 3-years-old by September 1 of the year that they are entering school, and all Pre-K students MUST be potty-trained.
Our Preschool Team of one full-time teacher and one full-time TA (a teacher to student ratio of 10:1) works on Kindergarten readiness skills with our older students who are preparing for primary school in an environment where learning is engaging and fun. The primary goal for each child in preschool is to equip them with a solid sense of self that comes from developing confidence, inner motivation, problem-solving, self-direction, and an excitement for the learning process. Since children learn by doing, we use hands-on teaching strategies and manipulatives at learning centers. Small group instruction and interactions in centers help our students to develop socially, academically, and physically. Strong fine and gross motor skills are developed in interactive environments, and students are assessed throughout the year, with academic strategies tailored to meet their current learning needs.
Pre-K students also enjoy our school's enrichment classes, including art, library, music, PE, and Spanish!