PRE-K
Our program, unique among Valparaiso Pre-K, is designed so that all children have an opportunity to choose the program that fits them best: offering traditional half day (8:30-11:15) Extended Day (for our more advanced learners 8:30-2:15) and Full Day (for families that need all day care 6:30-6pm care included)
Our Pre-K program is designed to give children a strong foundation as they prepare for kindergarten. At Valparaiso Christian Academy, we focus on developing early reading skills, beginner math concepts, Social/emotional skills, spiritual growth, classroom readiness, and self-confidence—setting children up for success at the top of their class!
Our Pre-K curriculum follows a structured monthly calendar that includes:
Weekly concept themes
Letter of the week
Special events
Language and literacy home extension projects
Monthly academic-related field trips
To track progress, teachers conduct assessments twice a year, providing parents with insights into their child's development in speech, learning comprehension, and overall kindergarten readiness.
Faith-Based Learning & Chapel
Preschool and Pre-K students attend Chapel every Wednesday at 10:00 AM. These non-denominational services are designed to be early childhood-appropriate, ensuring that all families feel welcome. The faith-based portion of our curriculum aligns with weekly Chapel lessons, and a take-home flyer allows parents to follow along with what their child is learning. Chapel services are interactive, incorporating music and storytelling to make learning fun and engaging.
Curriculum
Our curriculum is based on Learning Beyond Paper, a research-backed educational program designed to support all areas of early childhood development. For more details, visit their website through the link available on our site.
AGE RANGE
Children begin in our Pre-K program at 4 years old by August 1st (If your child misses the birthday cut-off, We do make exceptions when space is available).
HOURS
Pre-K is available Monday through Friday 6:30 am-6:00 pm, with many different options available such as full day, half day, Extended Day, Tues/Thurs, Mon/Wed/Fri, Mon-Fri.
CURRICULUM
Our Pre-K curriculum is designed to provide a strong foundation for children as they prepare for kindergarten.
TEACH RATIOS
Our ratio is 1:12, with a maximum class size of 15. Additionally, an extra set of hands is always available as needed to provide the highest level of care and attention.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Children begin in our Pre-K program at 4 years old by August 1st (If your child misses the birthday cut-off, We do make exceptions when space is available) The summer following the year they complete Pre-K, they will transition into Summer Camp and be ready for Kindergarten in the fall.
At VCA, we always put the child's best interest first, ensuring every transition supports their growth, confidence and well-being.
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Our Pre-K curriculum is designed to provide a strong foundation for children as they prepare for kindergarten. Graduates of VCA’s Pre-K program leave with early reading skills, beginner math skills, classroom readiness, and the self-confidence to set them up for success at the top of their class!
The class follows a monthly calendar that includes weekly concept themes, a letter of the week, special events, language and literacy home extension projects, and monthly academic-related field trips. Teachers conduct assessments twice a year to provide parents with valuable insights into their child's progress in speech and learning comprehension.
Preschool and Pre-K students also attend Chapel each Wednesday at 10:00 AM. These services are non-denominational and designed to be early childhood-appropriate so that all families feel welcome. The faith-based portion of the curriculum ties into each week's Chapel, and a take-home flyer will be sent home so parents can follow along with what their child is learning. Chapel services are engaging, incorporating music and storytelling to make learning fun and meaningful.
Our curriculum is based on Learning Beyond Paper. For more details, visit their website through the link available on our site.
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Here at VCA, we believe in small class sizes and consistent, one-on-one care. In our Pre-K Program, we have two dedicated, full-time teachers, ensuring that our children are always cared for by familiar, trusted faces. We believe children thrive with consistency.
Our ratio is 1:12, with a maximum class size of 15. Additionally, an extra set of hands is always available as needed to provide the highest level of care and attention.