All RCS Early Childhood Programs:

• Christ-centered environment which encourages young children to develop their whole being

• Faith integration in every aspect of the day

• Certified teachers

• Recognize that young children are active learners and provide hands-on learning

• Foster curiosity, eagerness to learn, and confidence in accomplishments

• Teach Literacy and numeration activities that are a foundation for later success

• Welcome parents in the classroom recognizing that you are the first and most influential teachers

• Encourage communication between school and home

• Include children in concerts, school activities and celebrations

• Facilities include a bathroom and sink in each classroom, building security system

• Field trips with parent volunteers

• Utilize gym and playground

 

Preschool 3s:

• Must turn 3 by December 1 of entering school year and be fully potty trained

• Tuesday and Thursday (half or full day)

• Maximum number of students: 14

• Introduces children to the joy and excitement of learning as students explore, create, and discover through classroom activities and peer interactions

• Focuses on socialization, establishing routines, early literacy and numeration activities

• Daily visits to playground or gym

 

Preschool 4s:

• Must turn 4 by December 1 of entering school year and be fully potty trained

• Monday, Wednesday, and Friday (half or full day)

• Further encourages students to dig into learning by exploring numbers, letters, colors, shapes and other developmentally appropriate skills to prepare them for Transitional Kindergarten or Kindergarten classes

• Maximum number of students: 15

• Daily visits to playground or gym

• Weekly music class

 

Kindergarten Prep (Previously Transitional K):

• Should turn 5 by March 1 of entering school year

• Monday-Friday, 8:25-3:00 (full day)

• Maximum number of students: 18

• Focuses on self advocacy, problem solving skills and independence

• A modified Kindergarten curriculum (giving them the gift of time)

• Special Classes include: PE, Music, Art, and Library

 

Kindergarten:

• Must turn 5 by December 1 of entering school year

• Monday-Friday, 8:25-3:00 (full day)

• Maximum number of students: 21

• Focuses on building strong foundational skills in reading, writing, and math, science and social studies (full integration into elementary school)

• Focuses on self advocacy, problem solving skills and independence

• Special Classes include: PE, Music, Art, and Library