Pre-Kindergarten Classes ​ The overall goal of our 4 year old program is to help children to begin to socially and academically prepare for Kindergarten, in a fun, loving and Christian environment. Weekly themes are used to learn and explore areas such as: • Phonological and phonemic awareness including letter/sound recognition, left to right progression and speech to written word. • Scientific discovery and experimentation • Literature for enjoyment as well as learning information, recall, analyzing • Math readiness – including one to one correspondence, classifying and sorting, patterning, simple addition and subtraction. • Social skills and character education • Pre-writing and writing skills • Music, cooking, and games – to enhance themes and learning • Art – projects will be process and product oriented. A variety of media and techniques are explored throughout the year to nurture imagination and promote skills, such as cutting, fine motor skills and following directions. Free play times offer access to blocks and other building materials, home living and dress up, action figures and vehicles, puzzles and books. Outside time is provided daily, weather permitting.  Multi-purpose room is available for indoor play. Chapel is attended on a weekly basis. Spiritual Growth is built through bible stories, learning bible verses and blessings as well as learning to pray. Biblical concepts such as God’s love for us and Jesus as His son are explored.  Parents supply a light snack and lunch. Music classes and Library time are provided weekly. Creative Movement is attended monthly.  Field Trips and “in school” events are planned throughout the year.  Ratio: 2 Teachers/12 Students.