PRESCHOOL
Preschool 1s - Pre-Kindergarten
Preschool notifications and admission decisions are on a rolling basis after decisions are released.
January 21, 2025
February 3, 2025
St. Benedict’s welcomes the youngest of our students into an environment rich in play and imagination, setting the stage for further educational development. Offering a half-day program and before-school and after-school care, our students enjoy time together in the classroom and on the playground.
PRESCHOOL CURRICULUM
St. Benedict's welcomes the youngest of our students into an environment rich in play and imagination which sets the stage for further educational development. Our teachers have created a curriculum that provides opportunities for growth in the following developmental domains: Cognitive, Physical, Social-Emotional, Play, Learning, Communication, Language, and Literacy. Spanish is a core part of the curriculum.
Preschool 3s & PreK have focused lessons with one of our Spanish teachers multiple days a week. The 3s & PreK also rotate through specials that include music class, PE, and library visits. Beginning in preschool 1s, we introduce phonetic awareness through the use of Zoo-phonics, and beginning in Preschool 3s, we introduce letter formation through Handwriting Without Tears. Outdoor play is an intrinsic part of our day.
Our teachers structure the environment but not the processes of play itself. We allow flexibility in our daily plans to meet the interests of the children. We strive to create a framework of love and acceptance that will set the stage for discovery and growth and build a firm foundation for later learning.
ACADEMICS
St. Benedict's welcomes the youngest of our students into an environment rich in play and imagination which sets the stage for further educational development. Our teachers have created a curriculum that provides opportunities for growth in the following developmental domains: Cognitive, Physical, Social-Emotional, Play, Learning, Communication, Language, and Literacy. Spanish is a core part of the curriculum.
We recognize the importance of introducing a second language to all of our students from a very young age. Starting in our three-year-old program, students are exposed to the Spanish language everyday using a whole brain approach: they “hear” it, “speak” it, “see” it, “move” with it, and “touch” it using stories, songs, and games to weave in leaning while making it fun. We use Zoo Phonics en Español as a complement to our comprehensive curriculum. Click here to learn more about Spanish at St. Benedict's.
SPANISH
St. Benedict’s Music Program aims to build a lifelong appreciation of music, starting with our 3-year-old students singing, dancing, and playing games. Following the Kodály Method, these activities teach them pitch, rhythm, improvisation, and expression using voice and body, establishing a solid foundation.
MUSIC
Chapel is an important part of our shared life at St. Benedict's Episcopal School and our Preschool Three’s and Pre-K students attend chapel every week. We gather together to support one another, to strengthen and celebrate our community, and to learn about and reflect on how we can share the love of God beyond our school. This time is filled with prayer, song, laughter, reflection, and concern for others. There is always an open invitation for parents, relatives, and friends of every faith tradition to join us.
CHAPEL
Proudly certified in STEM by Cognia, we integrate science, technology, engineering, and mathematics into our curriculum starting in preschool. This certification reflects our commitment to providing a forward-thinking, innovative education that prepares students for success in a rapidly evolving world.
STEAM
