Preschool for 4-Year-Olds, Renton, WA
How Do We Help 4-Year-Olds to Thrive in Preschool?
Four-year-olds love mastering new skills and expanding their world. For some four-year-olds, preschool is their first structured learning environment; others attended preschool when they were three. All children thrive when learning through direct experience with hands-on activities that involve their senses and trial-and-error. Problem-solving, decision-making, and free choices are essential components of early education. At King of Kings Preschool in Renton, Washington, we provide a joyful, loving environment where your child can build a spiritual frame of reference for living. Your child will learn while playing, developing friendships, and trying new things.
Our preschool programs are designed to prepare your 4-year-old for the next step in their education, Kindergarten for 5-year-olds.
Preschool (Pre-2 and Pre-K) Class Options
- Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
- Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM
- Mondays – Fridays 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Tuition
- 3 days/week: $2,115.00 per year; $235 per month for nine months
- 5 days/week: $2,925.00 per year; $325 per month for nine months
Requirements
- Age four by August 31 (Some children who turn four by December 31 will be considered)
- Potty trained
Class Size
- One teacher for 9 or fewer children
- One teacher and one assistant for 10 to 18 children
- Maximum class size is 18 children
Curriculum
Your child will be introduced to the following during the school year (September – late May / early June).
Number Recognition and Math
Lessons teach and explore number recognition and math using a variety of manipulatives, including blocks, play dough, puzzles, paper, and more. Your child will practice sorting, counting, patterning, and basic shapes and learn about the calendar.
Reading and Writing
Your child will begin learning letter and word recognition, writing, sounding out, and sign language. We introduce sight words during the second half of the year.
Music
Young children love music! Our monthly music lessons are designed to be fun and engaging for four-year-olds. Your preschooler will have fun singing, using instruments, learning alphabet songs, listening to music, expressing music through movement, and participating in musical storytelling. Wrapped up in all this fun, your four-year-old will learn about tempo (slow, fast, and in between), rhythm, beat, and following directions. Your preschooler’s music lessons will reinforce their reading lessons and develop their motor skills.
Science
Fun and creative hands-on exploration and experimentation designed to inspire and engage four-year-olds.
Jesus Time
An introduction to Jesus, the Bible, Christian values, prayer, songs, and Bible stories.
Circle Time
Calendar, weather, helpers, the Pledge of Allegiance, fire and earthquake drills, and Show and Tell are all things that are taught regularly during circle time.
Daily Schedule (2 hours 30 minutes)
- Sign-in, work with teachers completing two projects, free choice – 1 hr 15 min
- Clean Up – 5 min
- Circle/Jesus Time – 20 min
- Snack time – hand washing, table manners, clean-up – 25 min
- Recess – outdoor/indoor – 15 min
- Closing circle time/dismissal – 10 min
Homework
Each week, a homework sheet is sent home with your child to do at home with parent involvement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Do you accept children who do not speak English well or at all?
A. Yes. English is not required. Many of our students learn English as their second or third language. All teachers at King of Kings have experience with students learning English.
Q. My four-year-old is starting preschool. Can they attend Pre-2 or Pre-K?
A. Yes. We welcome four-year-olds who have not attended preschool in the past. Our classes and teaching methods can help all four-year-olds thrive.
Q. Can I stay with my child during the school day?
A. Visits by parents and siblings are limited and must be arranged in advance with their teacher. This helps your child stay engaged during school and learn independence.
Q. Do you offer all-day preschool classes?
A. No, all of our preschool classes are two and a half (2.5) hours.
Q. Do you offer vegetarian snacks?
A. Yes. Vegetarian snacks are always available. Please talk with us if your student has other dietary needs.
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