Our Programs
Faith-Based Beginnings For
PreK 3 and Kinderbound
Our PreK 3 and Kinderbound (PreK 4) programs are designed to provide a seamless educational journey rooted in faith and holistic development. PreK 3 immerses young learners in engaging, play-based activities that spark curiosity and build essential skills. Kinderbound then builds on this foundation, emphasizing independence, critical thinking, and problem-solving to prepare children for kindergarten. Both programs are infused with Christian teachings, nurturing each child's spiritual growth alongside their academic and social development, ensuring they thrive in a loving and supportive environment.
Ages 3 - 4 years old
4 - 5 years old
Core Curriculum
Key Learning Areas
At Little Lights Academy, we focus on nine key learning areas to prepare your child for a successful educational future. Our comprehensive approach ensures development across essential domains, guided by Christian values. Each area fosters growth and learning, creating a nurturing environment where children thrive and build the skills and confidence needed for their academic journey and beyond.
Bible
Introduce key Biblical stories, learning about God’s love and kindness through fun, age-appropriate activities. This helps them understand and embrace Christian values early on.
Literacy
Develop early literacy skills by identifying letters, creating rhyming words, retelling stories, understanding print concepts, singing rhyming songs, and learning nursery rhymes.
Math
Enhance mathematical understanding through counting, identifying numbers, matching objects to their corresponding numbers, recognizing shapes, and creating patterns.
Cognitive
Foster cognitive development by promoting experimentation, inquiry, observation, and exploration through play, increasing curiosity, and developing persistence and attention span.
Language
Strengthen language skills by engaging in conversations with adults and peers, listening to and following multi-step directions, and overall language development.
Social/Emotional
Cultivate social and emotional skills by taking turns, identifying emotions, learning calming strategies including prayer, beginning to resolve conflicts independently in a Christian manner, and developing a love of learning.
Physical Development and Health
Support physical growth by writing and copying letters, shapes, and numbers, holding a pencil correctly, hopping on one foot, running in a straight line, and modeling healthy eating habits. This includes washing hands before and after meals and medication, with opportunities for teeth brushing as desired by parents. Staff members also adhere to strict hygiene practices during food handling, diaper changes, and cleaning.
Social Studies
Introduce social studies concepts by identifying community helpers, understanding the fruits of the spirit, learning about money, and recognizing the concept of a physical address.
Science
Explore scientific principles by describing types of weather and seasons, using tools for simple investigations, and appreciating God’s unique touch in His creation.
Arts
Sing songs in a variety of ways, progress in one’s ability to draw and create
Enrichment Programs
In addition to the key learning areas, we offer enrichment programs that allow young children explore the world around them beyond the basics.
- Bible
- Music
- Stretch and Grow
- Spanish
- American Sign Language
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Little Lights Enrollment
Requirements
We are committed to providing a nurturing and faith-based educational environment for your child. To ensure that we can meet the needs of each family and maintain our high standards of care and education, we have established specific enrollment requirements. These guidelines help us create a cohesive and supportive community, ready to embark on a journey of growth and learning together. Below, you’ll find detailed information on the steps and documents needed to enroll your child in our preschool program.
Minimum 3
Years Old
Minimum 3
Years Old
Children must be at least three years old to ensure they are developmentally ready to participate in our PreK programs. This age requirement helps us provide age-appropriate activities and learning experiences that support each child's growth and development.
Potty Trained
Potty Trained
Being potty trained is essential for maintaining a clean and healthy environment for all students. It allows children to develop independence and self-care skills, which are important for their confidence and daily routines in the classroom.
Enforced Dress Code
Enforced Dress Code
Our dress code promotes a sense of community and minimizes distractions, allowing children to focus on their learning and activities. It also ensures that all students are dressed appropriately for various school activities, fostering an atmosphere of respect and equality.
We foster a love for learning, resilience, and a strong spiritual foundation, helping each child grow with love, curiosity, and resilience. Inquire now about enrollment for your child.
most common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the core focuses of the curriculum at Little Lights Academy?
Our curriculum focuses on nine key learning areas to prepare your child for a successful educational future including: math, science, language, social studies, art, music, physical education + health, cognitive, and social + emotional learning.
How do you integrate Christian values into daily learning?
Christian values are integrated through Bible stories, prayer, worship songs, and lessons on kindness, respect, and love, helping children grow spiritually as well as academically.
What is the student-to-teacher ratio in the classrooms?
We maintain a low teacher-to-student ratio of 10:1 to ensure personalized attention and support for each child, fostering an optimal learning environment where every child can thrive. Additional support aides are available to support the focused attention when this ratio is surpassed.
What are the dress code expectations?
Students are to wear long pants, shorts, skorts, jumpers, or skirts with leggings. Bottoms must be blue, black, or tan. They must also wear solid-colored polo shirts that is red, white, navy, or light blue. Students may also wear a solid-colored sweatshirt with no tex or writing on them (small logos on the chest are fine). Students may wear jeans (no holes) on Fridays. Leggings and pajama pants are not acceptable attire.
What curriculum programs does Little Lights utilize?
We utilize the following curriculum programs in addition to teachers supplementing all curricula with their own expertise and training materials
- Frogstreet Curriculum and Bible for PreK3
- Abeka Curriculum and Bible for PreK4
- Pockets of Preschool Curriculum and Bible for PreK4 Kinderbound
Are meals and snacks provided, and how do you handle allergies?
We provide healthy snacks and meals that accommodate common allergies and dietary restrictions. Our staff is trained to handle food allergies and ensure all children eat safely. If parents wish to pack their child’s food options, please contact Administration to provide the necessary forms.
What does a typical day look like for PreK at Little Lights?
You can view a preview of our daily schedule here!
Does Little Lights provide before and after school care?
Yes! Little Lights Academy provides before and after care for preschoolers daily. For cost details, please contact administration.
Morning Hours: 6:30-7:30am
Afternoon Hours: 3:30-5:30pm
