Starting school is one of the most exciting milestones in a child’s life. It marks the beginning of new friendships, growing independence, and a lifelong love of learning. As children prepare to enter kindergarten, we take thoughtful steps to ensure each student is ready to thrive in this important new chapter.
As part of our enrollment process, children participate in a kindergarten readiness assessment. This allows us to better understand their developmental progress, social-emotional skills, and early academic foundations. Every child grows and develops at their own unique pace, and this assessment simply helps us determine the environment in which they will flourish most.

If a child does not yet meet the benchmark for kindergarten, we warmly invite them to join our K·Prep Program. K·Prep is a one-year preparatory experience designed to bridge the gap between preschool and kindergarten. This program focuses on building confidence, strengthening foundational skills, and helping children adjust to the routines and expectations of school life. K·Prep students are fully engaged in school life, participating in weekly Chapel and enrichment activities such as Library, Music, Physical Education, and Spanish. Students also attend field trips throughout the year. Additional outside time and scheduled rest help support active, developmentally appropriate learning.

With years of experience guiding young learners, we have seen firsthand the powerful difference this extra year can make. Students who complete our K·Prep program enter kindergarten more self-assured, socially ready, and academically prepared to fully engage and succeed.

We often describe K·Prep as giving children the gift of time — time to grow, mature, and develop the skills needed to enter kindergarten feeling confident and capable. It is not a setback or a negative reflection of a child’s ability. Rather, it is a proactive and supportive step that sets students up for long-term success.
Studies indicate that children who attend high-quality transitional programs like K·Prep demonstrate stronger skills in literacy, numeracy, and interpersonal cooperation when they enter Kindergarten. These benefits often extend through middle school and beyond, leading to greater confidence and sustained academic growth.

Our goal is always the same: to partner with families in making decisions that best support each individual child. We are committed to nurturing every student’s growth and ensuring they begin their educational journey on a strong and confident foundation.