Preschool

Ages 2.5-3.5 years by 9/1

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.

Ages 3-5 years by 9/1

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.

Spark your child’s curiosity through hands-on, experiential learning focused on environmental education in the outdoors. This program is designed for students who want to learn through exploration and are comfortable in an outside environment for extended periods of time (some days it may be the whole class time.) Students must have the prerequisite skills of being fully potty trained and listening/attention skills to stay with the group.  A list of outdoor clothing will be provided to families.  This class includes field days at Camp Fire Minnesota and regular planning/consultation between the naturalist and the preschool teacher. 

Nature Preschool FAQs

Ages 4-5 years by 9/1

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

The Half-Day portion of your child’s day provides a 2.5 hour preschool class with a licensed teacher where the curriculum focuses on social, emotional, cognitive, physical and creative development with strong emphasis on pre-math and pre-literacy skills. Before and after preschool care is provided with play-based math, science, literacy, and social skills development opportunities embedded. Breakfast and daily snacks are included. A rest period is also provided.

Spanish enrichment is offered at the La Academia location.

**Children must be three by September 1, 2023, potty-trained and able to use the toilet independently to attend Full-Day Care.

Special Education services are provided during the half-day preschool sessions (2.5 hrs). Accommodations and modifications will be implemented through collaboration of the special education and general education team, but direct services and support are not provided in the care portion of the day. 

Summer Edventure information here.