Preschool

Ages 2.5-3.5 years

For young learners who would like a sample of the preschool experience we offer Taste of Preschool classes. Children attend classes for two hours and develop social skills while making new friends, discovering new ideas through creative play, and gaining independence.

Child Only (2.5-3.5 years by 9/1/20)

Preschool PLUS Parent Ed (2.5-2.5 years by 9/1/20) - Parents attend Mondays

Taste of Preschool Child Only (2.5-3.5 years by 1/1/21) 

Ages 3-5 years by 9/1/20

Our diverse, culturally responsive, and inclusive preschool is committed to meeting the needs of every learner. Curriculum focuses on social, emotional, cognitive, physical and creative development with strong emphasis on pre-math and pre-literacy skills. Field trips are a part of our classroom experiences. Parents are welcome and encouraged to visit the classroom, join us on fieldtrips, and participate in special preschool days.

Ages 4-5 years by 9/1/20

Is your child’s birthday after September 1st and your child will just miss the cut off for kindergarten? This Kindergarten Connection Preschool class is for you! Social emotional maturity will be an ongoing focus so those students are ready academically and socially for the expectations of kindergarten. Ongoing assessment connected with rigorous expectations will help your child be ready for kindergarten. Regular attendance is expected.

Ages 3-5 years by 9/1/20

The preschool day offers students opportunities for math, science, literacy, and social skills development as well as opportunities for music, movement, and active play. Breakfast and daily snack are included. School lunch available for purchase. For three and four day schedules, you pick the days–same days each week. Care option available on some school release days and during the summer months (separate registration required). Full Day Care & Preschool offers traditional programming at Chanhassen Elementary (CHN), Victoria Elementary (VES), and the Family Learning Center (FLC). A Dual Language Spanish/English program is offered at La Academia (LAA). Dual Language classroom staff are proficient in Spanish and students receive instruction in Spanish approximately 50% of their day.