Pre-K

Pre-K2025-12-04T10:47:57-08:00

A Joyful Beginning to Lifelong Learning

At Valley Christian School, our Pre-Kindergarten program nurtures young learners in a Christ-centered, play-based environment where curiosity, faith, and foundational skills grow together. Designed for children ages 4–5, Pre-K is a gentle step into structured learning, rooted in love and purpose.

Discover, play, and grow in Christ.

Why Pre-K at VCS?

Choosing Pre-K at Valley Christian School means choosing more than just early education – it’s choosing a Christ-centered foundation for your child’s future. Our program is designed to help 4–5-year-olds thrive socially, emotionally, academically, and spiritually through structured routines and joyful discovery. With small class sizes and caring teachers, each child receives the personal attention they need to grow confidently.

We intentionally blend academic readiness with hands-on learning, emphasizing phonemic awareness, early math skills, and fine motor development. At the same time, students learn to follow directions, share, take turns, and build healthy relationships, all within a warm and nurturing Christian community. Whether your child is full of questions, full of energy, or just ready to explore, our Pre-K program meets them right where they are and helps them take the next step forward in faith and in learning.

Valley Christian School’s Approach to Learning in Pre-Kindergarten

Play-Based Learning

Children engage in purposeful play that builds early academic concepts, social skills, and creativity. Our teachers use hands-on activities to spark curiosity and guide learning through joyful exploration.

Biblical Foundations

Each day includes Bible stories, scripture memory, and faith-filled conversations that help children understand God’s love and truth. A biblical worldview is gently woven into all areas of learning.

Social and Emotional Development

We help children navigate emotions, relationships, and routines with kindness and respect. Students practice sharing, taking turns, problem-solving, and listeningβ€”all within a nurturing classroom community.

Early Literacy Skills

Students build strong pre-reading foundations through letter recognition, phonemic awareness, and vocabulary development. Our classroom environment supports language growth through stories, songs, and conversation.

Foundational Math Concepts

Young learners explore numbers, patterns, shapes, and counting through hands-on manipulatives, games, and guided practice that prepares them for Kindergarten math.

Structured Routine with Flexibility

Our classroom balances predictable structure with the flexibility needed for young children to thrive. A consistent rhythm helps students feel secure while supporting their natural curiosity and energy.

Meet the VCS Pre-K Teachers & Staff

  • Kelli Cairns

    Recess Supervisor

    Recess Supervisor

  • Lena Fomenko

    Recess Supervisor/TA

    Recess Supervisor/TA

  • Breanna Scott

    Recess Supervisor/TA

    Recess Supervisor/TA

  • Elizabeth Hyatt

    Pre-K

    Pre-K

  • Breanna Scott

    Recess Supervisor/TA

    Recess Supervisor/TA

  • Elizabeth Hyatt

    Pre-K

    Pre-K

  • Kelli Cairns

    Recess Supervisor

    Recess Supervisor

  • Lena Fomenko

    Recess Supervisor/TA

    Recess Supervisor/TA

Is VCS right for your child?

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Frequently Asked Questions

Your Guide to Starting Pre-K with Confidence

What age does my child need to be to enroll in Pre-K at Valley Christian School?2025-05-05T07:33:57-07:00

Children must be 4 years old by August 31 to enroll in the Pre-Kindergarten program.

Is the Pre-K program full-day or part-time?2025-11-19T11:52:36-08:00

Our Pre-K program is half day. We offer three or four-day options. Our morning Pre-K class is 8:15-11:15 and our afternoon Pre-K class is 12:15-3:15.

How is faith integrated into the Pre-K classroom?2025-05-05T07:34:36-07:00

Bible stories, prayer, and spiritual conversations are part of our daily rhythm. Children also attend weekly chapel and learn simple truths about God’s love and creation.

What curriculum is used in Pre-K?2025-05-05T07:35:00-07:00

We use a blend of play-based learning and structured academic readiness activities, incorporating A Beka materials for early literacy and math, alongside thematic units that support holistic growth.

Will my child be ready for Kindergarten after Pre-K at VCS?2025-05-05T07:35:25-07:00

Yes. Our Pre-K program is specifically designed to prepare students for success in Kindergarten – academically, socially, and spiritually – within a Christ-centered framework.

Are there any requirements for potty training?2025-05-05T07:35:42-07:00

Yes, children must be fully potty-trained prior to starting the Pre-K program.

See what families are saying about Valley Christian School

Brent Pope

Class of 1984, Former Parent and Current Board Member

Brent Pope

Class of 1984, Former Parent and Current Board Member

VCS played a major role in setting a foundation of life skills, focused on biblical principles, that I have used my entire adult life.

VCS played a major role in setting a foundation of life skills, focused on biblical principles, that I have used my entire adult life.

Meesh Fomenko

Class of 2002

Meesh Fomenko

Class of 2002

Mrs. Hopson had us go through Philippians like 30 times. That book has marked my life. Thanks to her class, I often refer to it when I am preaching the Gospel around the world.

Mrs. Hopson had us go through Philippians like 30 times. That book has marked my life. Thanks to her class, I often refer to it when I am preaching the Gospel around the world.

VCS Parent

VCS Parent

We really appreciate the caring staff, close family feel, and emphasis on Christian values.

We really appreciate the caring staff, close family feel, and emphasis on Christian values.

Julia Hayes

Class of 2019

Julia Hayes

Class of 2019

I was able to take dual credit classes at VCS for college credit. The Writing and English programs at VCS prepared me for college. My professors are all really happy with my writing. Growing up in a Christian school environment was really good for me. It helped solidify my faith.

I was able to take dual credit classes at VCS for college credit. The Writing and English programs at VCS prepared me for college. My professors are all really happy with my writing. Growing up in a Christian school environment was really good for me. It helped solidify my faith.

Layla Houston

Class of 2020

Layla Houston

Class of 2020

Mr. & Mrs. Meyer showed me a love for Science and showed me how to see the Lord in Nature and Science. The world tries to use science to disprove God. My teachers used science to prove the existence of God.

Mr. & Mrs. Meyer showed me a love for Science and showed me how to see the Lord in Nature and Science. The world tries to use science to disprove God. My teachers used science to prove the existence of God.

VCS Parent

VCS Parent

This is the best choice I have ever made for my son.

This is the best choice I have ever made for my son.

Crystal Stavenjord

Class of 2001

Crystal Stavenjord

Class of 2001

The challenging curriculum at VCS helped prepare me for the challenges, big and small, that I have faced in many areas of life.

The challenging curriculum at VCS helped prepare me for the challenges, big and small, that I have faced in many areas of life.

VCS Parent

VCS Parent

As soon as we walked in the door, this school felt like home. My husband and I visited a few schools in the area when our oldest was ready to start kindergarten, and we loved the community feeling at VCS. When I showed up to an event with my kindergartner, preschooler, and baby, several of the older students made conversation with me and my kids and generally helped us all feel welcome. That speaks to the kind of character that this school nurtures. These kids are already shining their light!

As soon as we walked in the door, this school felt like home. My husband and I visited a few schools in the area when our oldest was ready to start kindergarten, and we loved the community feeling at VCS. When I showed up to an event with my kindergartner, preschooler, and baby, several of the older students made conversation with me and my kids and generally helped us all feel welcome. That speaks to the kind of character that this school nurtures. These kids are already shining their light!

VCS Parent

VCS Parent

Our teachers love our kids. Administrative staff care and are kind. I feel so safe having my kids at VCS.

Our teachers love our kids. Administrative staff care and are kind. I feel so safe having my kids at VCS.

VCS Parent

VCS Parent

[VCS] came highly recommended by close friends.

[VCS] came highly recommended by close friends.

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