Shepherd of the Hills Christian School

Junior Kindergarten

Junior Kindergarten

Distinguishing Features

* Age 5 by November 15 but not ready for Kindergarten
* Monday through Friday (Five days)
* 8:30-11:30
* Program follows day school calendar
* Full day and extended care (BASE Camp) are available

Goal and Philosophy

* Maintain a Christian school experience that delivers the Gospel message, serves the community and provides quality education
* Comprehensive program that promotes spiritual, physical, emotional, social, creative and cognitive growth and development
* Young children learn best with developmentally appropriate activities

Junior Kindergarten Classroom

Academics

* Science and Social Studies theme-based curriculum concentrates on alphabet, reading readiness and math activities
* Math and Science experiences
* Age appropriate computer instruction
* Library time including story time and the opportunity to check-out books
* Individual attention to development of fine motor skills
* Curriculum components include: The Letter People, AcTiVe Phonics, Zaner Bloser Handwriting

Daily Routine

* Circle Time
* Jesus Time
* Outdoor Time
* Snack Time
* Center Time: Computer, Arts, Music, Math, Science, and Language Arts

Christian Learning

* Bible stories and songs
* Prayer Time
* Teachers model their faith and encourage children to apply Christian principles, like forgiveness, grace and respect for life

Preschool Classroom

The Environment

* Allows for children to develop the skills necessary for further school work at their own pace with individual attention given in a small group setting
* Experimentally designed for children to learn and explore
* Allows the child to experience the world and grow in their love for the Lord
* Combination of center activities, group activities and individual attention
* Mature staff degreed in Elementary Education and experienced in Early Childhood Learning

 

Call us (303) 798-0711 or fill this form out to schedule a tour.

 

 

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