Program Overview
At RSM Christian School, our Preschool program is where a lifelong love of learning begins. Rooted in faith and guided by joy, we provide a developmentally appropriate, hands-on learning experience that inspires curiosity, creativity, and confidence. Each day invites children to explore God’s world through guided play, discovery, and purposeful activities that make learning both meaningful and fun.
Our greatest desire is that every child who begins their educational journey at RSM Christian Preschool will come to know and love Jesus Christ. In our Christ-centered environment, we nurture not only academic and social growth but also spiritual development, helping each child build a strong foundation of faith and a lasting enthusiasm for learning that will carry them throughout life.
Hours of Operation:
2-year-old class: 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Preschool & Pre-K: 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Preschool & Pre-K Extended Care: 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (limited space available)
2-Year-Old Preschool
RSM Christian School’s 2-Year-Old Program offers families a warm and intentional first school experience rooted in faith, discovery, and joyful learning. More than childcare, this program is designed to function like a true preschool environment, giving young children the opportunity to grow in confidence, independence, and curiosity from the very beginning.
Aligned with the philosophy of our Preschool, Pre-K, and TK programs, our 2-year-old classroom follows a Reggio-inspired, student-centered approach that is hands-on, play-based, and developmentally appropriate. Children learn through sensory exploration, guided play, music, movement, outdoor discovery, and age-appropriate Bible learning in a classroom that honors their natural curiosity and emerging independence.
Each day includes a balance of structured routines and flexible exploration time, helping children feel safe and supported while introducing them to the rhythm of school. Our goal is to nurture the whole child, academically, socially, emotionally, physically, and spiritually, and to help each student begin building a lifelong love of learning in a Christ-centered environment.
Program Highlights
- Reggio-inspired, play-based preschool environment
- Sensory-rich learning experiences
- Structured routine with flexibility for exploration
- Outdoor play and gross motor development
- Music, movement, and Bible learning
- Gentle support for independence and social-emotional growth
- Potty training & diaper changes
- 5-day program, 8:00 am- 1:00 pm with extended care options until 2:30 p.m.
Sample Daily Rhythm
Our littlest learners enjoy a well-balanced day that includes center play, circle time, sensory-based small group activities, outdoor exploration, snack and lunch routines, music and movement, Bible time, and guided transitions designed specifically for the needs of two-year-olds.
For more tuition and enrollment information, please contact our Early Education Director, Mrs. Chang at [email protected].
Preschool
At RSM Christian School, we understand that preschool is more than preparation for kindergarten; it’s the foundation for a lifetime of learning, faith, and confidence. Our Preschool program offers flexible scheduling options to meet your family’s needs:
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2-Day Program: Tuesday & Thursday
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3-Day Program: Monday, Wednesday & Friday
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5-Day Program: Monday through Friday
Children must be three years old by the start of the school year and fully potty-trained to enroll.
Building Confidence, Faith & a Love for Learning
At age three, a child’s social and emotional well-being plays a vital role in their overall development. Our nurturing, Christ-centered classrooms provide the perfect setting for children to grow in confidence, independence, and curiosity; all while discovering the joy of learning through hands-on exploration and play.
Our Preschool Goals
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Social & Emotional Growth: We help children develop self-confidence, self-expression, self-regulation, and positive relationships with peers through engaging group activities and guided play.
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Curiosity & Discovery: Our play-based curriculum sparks a natural love for learning by encouraging exploration, creativity, and critical thinking.
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Early Academic Foundations: Children are introduced to letters, numbers, colors, shapes, and counting through interactive lessons that include storytime, music, art, and movement.
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Physical Development: In our safe, supervised environment, students strengthen both gross and fine motor skills through active play and hands-on learning experiences.
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Spiritual Growth: Each day includes Bible lessons, prayer, worship, and a weekly chapel, helping children experience God’s love in meaningful, age-appropriate ways.
At RSM Christian Preschool, every child is known, loved, and encouraged in a joyful environment that reflects the heart of Christ.
Pre-Kindergarten
Our Pre-Kindergarten program at RSM Christian School bridges the joyful discovery of preschool with the academic readiness needed for kindergarten and beyond. We offer flexible class options to fit your family’s schedule:
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3-Day Program: Monday, Wednesday & Friday
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5-Day Program: Monday through Friday
Children must be four years old by the start of the school year to enroll in our Pre-K program.
Preparing Hearts and Minds for Kindergarten
While preparation for kindergarten becomes a greater focus in Pre-K, the learning-through-play philosophy remains at the heart of our approach. At RSM Christian, we believe that children learn best when they are curious, engaged, and having fun. Our hands-on, Christ-centered curriculum helps students build the academic and social-emotional foundation they need to thrive in school and life.
Our Pre-K Program Features
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Small Class Sizes: With a 12:1 student-to-teacher ratio, each child receives personalized attention and meaningful connections with teachers and peers.
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Play-Based Learning: Music, movement, sensory play, and interactive centers make learning fun while reinforcing letter recognition, phonemic awareness, and early math skills.
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Engaging Academic Curriculum: Our use of Zoo-Phonics builds strong early literacy and phonemic awareness through playful, developmentally appropriate activities.
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Social & Emotional Growth: We emphasize confidence, problem-solving, and positive self-expression, guiding children to act with kindness and integrity in a Christ-like manner.
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Spiritual Development: Through weekly chapel, Bible stories, and worship, children learn about God’s love in engaging and memorable ways.
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Music Education: A weekly music class led by our elementary music teacher introduces rhythm, steady beat, tone, duration, and pitch through joyful participation.
At RSM Christian Pre-K, learning is active, faith is central, and every child is encouraged to grow academically, spiritually, and socially, preparing them to step confidently into kindergarten and beyond.
