Pre-Kindergarten Program

For Three and Four-year-old Children

 

Accredited by

The New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Philosophy

Saint Mary School Pre-Kindergarten strives to create a Christian environment of trust where the children can grow emotionally, intellectually, socially and physically. Saint Mary School is a learning place, a place to experience oneself in a relationship to others and to the environment.

It is a place of wonder that provides the opportunity to question, explore, succeed and to celebrate. We hope to provide a sharing environment based on the premise that each child has a unique gift to share..the gift of self.

Developmental Program

The schedule on the opposite page gives an idea of a typical day in Pre-K. Changes do occur, especially when there is a visitor coming to the class. A monthly Pre-K newsletter keeps you updated as to what is happening for the month.

Children learn through play and actual doing. We try to provide fun-to-do activities that encourage creative thinking, problem solving, the development of positive self-image and social skills.

Principal: Mr. Thomas E. Maynard

Teacher: Mrs. Sue McCusker

Aide: Mrs. Peg Moriarty

Program Schedule

Fine Motor:

Puzzles, stringing beads, small blocks, sandbox, playdough.

These activites encourage fine motor development.

Circle Time:

Attendance, prayer (Good Morning Dear Jesus), Pledge of Allegiance, special person of the day, calendar and weather chart, language development and the theme of the day is introduced.

Craft / Free Play: Cooking, Painting, Science and creative activities.

Storytime

Dismissal

Specials Include:

Birthdays: Special treats can be sent in to celebrate your child’s birthday.

Show & Tell: Helps to develop language skills.

Orientations: An orientation day will be scheduled in September for all children accepted in Pre-K. This allows new students and parents to meet their teachers and experience their new surroundings.