Preschool can be an exciting, but sometimes scary, transition in your family’s life. As a parent, you likely have a laundry list of factors to consider as you choose the best fit for your child’s unique needs – safety, learning styles, childcare provider qualifications, etc. For families with a strong connection to their faith, choosing a faith-based preschool can be a great option, as it provides a core alignment with Christian values that complements the learning experience. Here are a few of the key benefits of choosing a faith-based preschool as the first step on your child’s educational journey!

Early Introduction to Faith Concepts

Your child is never too young to start learning about the importance of faith, and beginning these lessons early helps build a strong spiritual foundation for your little one. Faith-based preschools, like St. John’s, intertwine Christian songs, bible stories, and lessons with curriculum to help children not only learn about their faith, but also learn through their faith.

Individualized Care

One of the other great benefits of faith-based or private preschools is that the smaller class sizes allow for more individualized and focused attention from providers. This smaller child-to-caregiver ratio helps children who may need a little extra support, those with special needs or learning disabilities, or those who simply function best in small-group settings. Since preschool may be your child’s first introduction to school or group learning, this personalized attention can be especially beneficial!

Community-Building

St. John’s preschool program, like many faith-based schools, fosters a strong sense of community and service that can help families feel more included and involved from an early age. Church events, joint festivals, Bible study groups, holiday parties, service projects, and volunteer days are all frequent occurrences within St. John’s Church and School, helping to build a stronger faith community while fostering connections with other families.

Whole-Person Learning

Faith-based preschools often set the stage for your child’s whole-person development, fostering not only academic learning but also emotional, social, and spiritual growth. As your little one transitions from preschool to kindergarten, then to first grade and beyond, problem-solving skills, friendship-building, sharing, respect, and collaboration become increasingly important. A faith-based center like St. John’s helps children develop character and lifelong skills alongside their academic curriculum, building confidence and a sense of identity.

Choosing a preschool for your child is a significant decision that deserves careful consideration. Here at St. John Amelith School, we know that it’s an honor to be entrusted with the care and support of your child as they start their educational journey, and we’re here to answer any questions to help parents feel confident about their child’s intellectual, social, emotional, and spiritual development while under our care. Preschool is currently enrolling three- and four-year-olds for the upcoming year. Call 989-686-0176 or email office@amelith.org for more information.