What will your Child Learn?

Valley Christian has a classroom that’s just right for your preschool child!

• We offer morning & afternoon classes.
• Christian character development and Bible scriptures are the basis for learning!
• We focus on hands-on learning with the Highscope teaching method.
• We have developmentally appropriate themes.
• Children develop and learn at their own pace.
• We offer a well balanced program of academics, art, music, science, and physical development.
• We always consider the child’s individual development.

The Sunshines
Children turning 3 years old by December 31
Ratio 1:12 (1 adult for every 12 children)

Potty training is expected to be mastered.  The children learn about taking turns and following a routine that includes hands-on emphasis on language development.  This preschool environment emphasizes outdoor activities and the beginning of ABC’s, numbers and shape recognition in a fun and active environment.  Language skills and verbal expression is emphasized by the use of learning centers, interactive play and Christian values of socialization.

These children will be able to begin preschool at age 2.9 years if potty training is mastered. The classroom is set up to accommodate our very young three-year-olds with a more focused approach on language development, attention span and socialization.

The Busy Bees
Older 3's/Younger 4's
Ratio 1:12 (1 adult for every 12 children)

Self-esteem begins to run high in this classroom setting!  Children are making choices in various classroom-learning centers that challenge them to learn.  Math, letter recognition, art and music experiences, science experiments, rhythm and movement, small and large muscle development, along with a strong emphasis on social skills are found daily in this classroom.  Children will begin to print, recognize the alphabet and learn simple and basic math concepts.  In addition, the children will begin to memorize scripture verses and simple poems.  These children are learning more responsibilities and have more structure in their hands-on learning environment.  Fun, freedom to explore and the ability to achieve are indicators that these children will be ready for Kindergarten. Many children completing this class will be eligible for our Kindergarten Connection program at the elementary campus in the fall.

The Fantastic 4's and 5's Pre-Kindergarten Class

This class is offered to the preschool child that will be eligible to enter kindergarten the following year because they will turn 5 years old by September 1.

Children in the class are beginning to master printing their names, recognizing letters, numerals, 8 basic shapes, many skills for pre-reading and pre-math as well as vocabulary. They have matured in areas of social, emotional and spiritual character that allows them to work in teams and bond with friends. Testing for kindergarten readiness is given to this class in the spring and all children leaving the preschool for either kindergarten of Kindergarten Connectoin will celebrate with a cap and gown ceremony in June.

The Little Lambs and Tiny Tykes

Little Lambs are ages birth to 2 years, and our Tiny Tykes are ages 2 and up until Potty Trained. The children grow and develop in areas that include building trust and relationships with well trained Christian caregivers on a daily basis. This allows even the youngest child to respond positively and to adapt well as they grow socially and emotionally. We strive to make sensory development a main focus as bright colors, sounds, touches and verbal interactions stimulate senses and promote development.