Saint Joseph's Preschool Program
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Pre-School Program (Pre-K3 & Pre-K4)
At Saint Joseph School, our Pre-School program provides a warm, nurturing, and faith-filled environment where our youngest learners begin their educational journey. Rooted in the New Jersey Preschool Teaching and Learning Standards, our program is designed to foster growth in the whole child—spiritually, socially, emotionally, and academically.Pre-K3 Program
Our PreK3 program introduces children to structured learning in a joyful and engaging atmosphere. Through play, exploration, and guided instruction, children begin developing:
Fine and Gross Motor Skills: Hands-on activities, art, movement, and outdoor play build coordination and physical strength.
Early Literacy and Language: Storytelling, songs, and letter recognition foster listening, speaking, and pre-reading skills.
Math Readiness: Students explore numbers, patterns, and shapes through games and hands-on manipulatives.
Science Exploration: Simple experiments and nature discovery encourage curiosity and observation.
Faith Development: Daily prayer and Bible stories instill values of kindness, respect, and love for God.
Our Pre-K3 students learn through centers, play-based learning, and group activities that help them build confidence, independence, and friendships.
Pre-K4 Program
The PreK4 program builds on these foundations, preparing students for Kindergarten with a focus on school readiness and deeper skill development:
Literacy: Letter-sound relationships, phonemic awareness, and early writing strengthen pre-reading and writing abilities.
Mathematics: Counting, sorting, simple addition, and problem-solving lay the groundwork for future math success.
Science and Discovery: Hands-on experiments and STEM activities nurture curiosity, critical thinking, and exploration of the world around them.
Social and Emotional Growth: Daily routines, cooperative play, and problem-solving experiences build self-control, empathy, and teamwork.
Faith and Values: Students learn about God’s love through prayer, Scripture, and celebrations of the liturgical year.
With small class sizes and dedicated teachers, PreK4 students receive individualized support to thrive as they transition to Kindergarten.
Why Choose Saint Joseph Pre-School?
Standards-Based Curriculum aligned with NJ State Preschool Standards
Balanced Focus on academics, creativity, and faith formation
Safe, Loving Environment where every child is known and cared for
Whole-Child Development nurturing mind, body, and spirit
At Saint Joseph School, we believe that Pre-School is the foundation for a lifetime of learning, faith, and success.
The core academics are conducted by NJ State certified teachers accompanied by classroom aides.