St. Petronille offers a full-day Pre-Kindergarten program, with an option for half-day, for students turning 4 on or before September 1. Our youngest learners develop a love for learning through creative play, exploration, and hands-on investigative activities. Through a comprehensive, research-based curriculum, our Pre-K program emphasizes:
Development of fine and gross motor skills
Phonological awareness and knowledge of the alphabet
Language and communication skills through read-alouds, plays, and songs
Strong number sense and exploration of mathematical concepts, such as 1:1 correspondence, patterns, charting, and measurement
Prayer and Bible stories that showcase God's abundant love
Encouraging independence and responsibility, deepening critical thinking skills, and promoting cooperation and conflict resolution