Our Lady of the Prairie School’s Preschool offers a 3 year old and 4 year old program for the 2012-2013 School Year.  Our Preschool Program is designed to develop school readiness skills within the foundation of Catholic Education and the principles of our faith.  Our entire school community is dedicated to educating the WHOLE child—mind, body, and spirit.  Our goal is to instill a love of learning through fun and meaningful activities designed to prepare our young learners for a successful transition to Kindergarten.  Our mission is to give children the spirit of wisdom, the light of God’s love, and the insight to know and follow Him.  
 
Each session has been specially developed to meet the developmental needs of children between the ages of 3 and 4 years old.


3 Year Old Preschool Program Opportunities 
 
“Littlest Angels” ~ Tuesdays & Thursdays, 8:30am – 12:30pm
                                                       And/Or
                                 Tuesdays & Thursdays, 12:30 - 3:00pm

 **Children must be at least 3 years old by Sept. 1, 2012, and fully potty trained
 
                                                 
This Preschool Program is designed for 3 year old children who are just beginning their preschool journey!  We offer creative hands-on activities and learning experiences to give the children the opportunity to thrive in a caring and nurturing environment.
 
Morning session  includes  snack and lunch.  Lunch will be provided by parents or purchased through the school lunch program.
 
Children MUST be independent in the bathroom to enroll.
 
 
4 Year Old Preschool Program Opportunities
 
“Kindergarten Readiness” ~ Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 8:30am – 12:30pm
                                                                                And/Or
                                                  Mondays, Wednesrdays, Fridays, 12:30pm - 3:00pm

 
 **Children must be 4 years old by September 1, 2012, and fully potty trained
 
Our “Kindergarten Readiness” Program is a program offering a fun and nurturing—yet challenging—environment which supports the growth and development of each child.  Our dedicated teachers encourage each child to reach their fullest potential through small and large group instruction, center-based and hands-on activities, as well as individualized instruction.  Our Kindergarten Readiness curriculum emphasizes skill development and practice in all areas:  academics (literacy and language arts, math, science, social studies, art, and music), faith-formation (religion, prayer), physical and social / emotional development (motor skills, group participation, cooperation, friendships, etc.) to help children make a successful and confident transition into Kindergarten.
 
 
Morning session includes snack and lunch.  Lunch will be provided by parents or purchased through the school lunch program.
 
Children MUST be independent in the bathroom to enroll.