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St John's Preschool is dedicated to providing children
with a solid foundation during the critical years of early learning. We
offer a challenging and stimulating learning experience by educating;
encouraging social, emotional, and intellectual growth; and preparing
children for their next academic and life experiences.
Your child will learn many things while they are with us,
although we don't consider ourselves an academic preschool. Our preschool
uses music, art, literature, and free play to encourage a child to grow
creatively. Through everyday lessons, which revolve around themes, our
students are exposed to letters, numbers, shapes, colors, patterns and
sequencing. They will be learning how to take turns, how to sit on circle,
and how to complete a task. These are all important skills that they will
need when starting Kindergarten.
Our main goal is to have our students feel safe and cared
for while they are away from their parents. We want school to be "fun"
for them so that when they are older they will remember that school is
a fun and positive place to be.
St. John's prides itself on its family atmosphere where
we feel we take care of the whole family, parents and siblings as well
as the student. St. John’s is part of St.
John's Episcopal Church and incorporates Christian values and traditions
into our curriculum and daily interactions. We welcome children of all
faith backgrounds to our school.
- Established in 1974
- Located in downtown Kirkland
- 29 staff members with an average of 4.9 yrs experience with St. John’s
Preschool
- More than 200 students enrolled in 17 classes
- Proactive parent involvement and volunteer opportunities
- New facilities built in 2004
We have Carnival in March. It is a fun activity for parents and children.
It is also the major fundraising activity in the preschool to help provide
those little "extras" for our students while keeping the tuition
costs down.
In the spring children will celebrate the Christian faith
with an Alleluia program. This is the time when the children show their
ability in front of all parents.
In addition to special events, St. John’s offers student and parent enrichment activities throughout the year. Student enrichment activities focus on exposing students to new activities, entertainment and learning experiences that are not part of the classroom curriculum. Examples of some 2007-2008 school year student enrichment include Thistle Theatre’s presentation of “Jack and the Beanstalk” and customized Mad Science hands-on workshops. Parent enrichment opportunities, designed to provide parents with parenting information and tools, are also provided throughout the school year. Examples of Parent Enrichment include a Kindergarten readiness discussion and presentation by well known parent educator and Seattle Times columnist Jan Faull. These activities are funded in part by money raised at St. John’s annual Carnival event.
Coming soon.
Education: Gonzaga University, Bachelor
of Arts, Communication Disorders with an emphasis in Special Education
Joan has been the director at St. John’s for more than thirteen
years. Prior to coming to St. John’s, she set up and directed
Holy Family Preschool and Kindergarten from 1986 – 1989.
Joan is passionate about working with children “because they’re
fun, bright, inquisitive, accepting, and so willing to try new things.”
She greatly values the sense of community at the preschool, “I
like being at St. John’s because it’s just like one
big family. Students, parents, and staff make up our family. It
is a pleasure to work with other professionals who enjoy children
as much as I do.”
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| Education: Kohlstrasse College, Wuppertal,
Germany, Early Childhood Education
Annette has worked at St. John’s for twelve years. Prior
to that, she worked at a preschool in Wuppertal and a home for teenage
girls before getting married and moving to the United States. While
raising three daughters, Annette ran a daycare out of her home,
was part of the Bothell co-op preschool, and taught Sunday school
at St. Jude’s Parish in Redmond.
Annette is motivated by working with children because it “gives
me the opportunity to keep learning as well. It is not just the
preparation for the lesson or class time but it is challenging to
bring all there is to learn to their level. The children’s
never ending curiosity and excitement over every little thing make
it a joy to be a teacher.
Annette appreciates the energy at St. John’s and it’s
commitment to the children. “St. John’s Preschool is
a loving place where each child is treated as an individual. We
make learning fun and help kids to succeed in their first school
experience. St. John’s Preschool, with its supporting and
loving staff, helpful board, and wonderful parents, is and has been
the perfect place for me to work over the past 12 years. I have
been able to work in different roles, from assistant, to teacher,
to administrator; and there has never been a dull moment. It’s
a busy place; it’s my kind of place.”
This is Megan’s second year on the St. John’s Preschool Board. She also served for two years as a room parent in her son’s 3’s and 4’s classes. “ St. John’s Preschool has a very warm, nurturing community. Every child is truly cared for as an individual. I appreciate the enthusiasm, commitment to learning, and patience the faculty and staff demonstrate everyday. The school continually strives meet the needs of both the parent and student community. This year we initiated school-sponsored Parent and Student Enrichment events, as a response to requests from the school community.” |

This is Liz’s 1st year on the Preschool board. Both of her children are currently attending St. John's Preschool – her son is in Pre-K and her daughter is in the Pre-3s class. “St. John’s provides our children with a warm and nurturing environment where they develop as unique individuals. The school community provides a positive foundation which helps our children to become independent, self-confident, motivated and find a distinct pleasure in life-long learning.”
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This is Danielle's first year on the board. Her son Jaden is attending his second year at St. John's in the Pre-K class. Danielle's youngest son, Riley, is eagerly anticipating next Fall when he will join St. John's in the Pre 3's. “St. John's is a place where the whole family can grow. There are many opportunities to connect with the community and to make new friends. It's been a joy to watch my son flourish in such a caring and positive atmosphere!”
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A second year board member, Beth has three children. Her oldest two children are both St. John’s alums currently at Lakeview Elementary and her youngest daughter is learning lots and making friends in the 4’s class. “St. John’s is very warm, welcoming and fun, it’s the perfect introduction to school! St. John’s also offers parents the chance to build their own friendships through shared work as room parents, field trip drivers, committee members, Carnival helpers or Board members. In sum, St. John’s looks after everyone in the family. My family feels so blessed to have found this little school with such a big heart.” |
| This is Cindy’s second year on the St. John’s Preschool Board and fourth year as a St. John’s parent. She currently has a son I the 3’s class who started last year in Pre-3s. Her daughter attended the 3’s, 4’s, and Science programs. Cindy has also been a member of St. John’s Church for over 9 years. “The staff at St. John’s Preschool makes every child feel acknowledged and special. My kids have had lots of fun and learned os much at the same time!” |
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This is Cathy's third year on the St. John's Preschool Board.
Her daughter spent 3 consecutive years in the 3+, 4+, and Pre-K programs at the
preschool and is currently enrolled in the Kindergarten Science program. Her son began attending St. John's Preschool this year in the 3's program. Cathy and her family live in Redmond. "My husband and I are so appreciative of St. John's Preschool's approach to the whole family. We have been welcomed with open arms and are thrilled to be part of such a vital and nurturing community!" |
| This is Anna's fourth year serving on the St. John's Preschool
Board. She also serves as the Church's Senior Warden on the Vestry.
She has a son who attended the 3's, Pre-K and Science programs and
a daughter who attended the 3's , Pre-K Extended and is currently in the Science program. "St. John's has been the best 'first
school expierence' for my children. They both learned to love learning
in a safe and loving enviroment - I could not ask for anything more."
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