About the Program
Our public pre-K program is designed to provide young learners with a solid foundation for academic and personal growth. Focused on early childhood development, the program creates an environment where children build essential social, emotional and cognitive skills through play-based learning and structured activities. We aim to prepare children for a smooth transition into kindergarten and beyond.
Why Choose Us?
Public pre-K is a unique opportunity because it offers early education to all children, regardless of background or income, ensuring access to a strong academic foundation. Unlike private programs, it is often free or affordable, making it accessible to families who may not otherwise have the means to pay for early education.
Key Benefits:
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Open to all children regardless of income.
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Focuses on early literacy, math and social-emotional development.
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Helps ensure a smooth transition into kindergarten and beyond within FWCS.
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Offers additional support services including ELL assistance.
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Encourages family involvement every step of the way.
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Builds a strong foundation for learning and growth.
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Supports children in diverse learning environments, preparing them for future success.
Daily Rhythm
FULL-DAY
Morning
8:30 - 11:45 a.m.
Children arrive, have breakfast and ease into the day with quiet table activities. They rotate through special areas such as music, art, gym, tech or the media center. Small group activities follow, leading into center time where kids explore hands-on learning. The morning wraps up with lunch provided by the school and some time to play outside.
Afternoon
11:45 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
The afternoon begins with story time and ABC study, followed by a quiet rest period. After resting, children engage in table work and return to center activities. They finish the day with an afternoon meeting, snack and pack-up time before dismissal.
The afternoon begins with story time and ABC study, followed by a quiet rest period. After resting, children engage in table work and return to center activities. They finish the day with an afternoon meeting, snack and pack-up time before dismissal.
HALF-DAY
Morning Class
8:50 - 11:30 a.m.
Children arrive and immediately begin their day with table time, followed by a whole group activity and free choice time. After free choice, children gather for a second whole group learning lesson before snack time, recess and dismissal.
Children arrive and immediately begin their day with table time, followed by a whole group activity and free choice time. After free choice, children gather for a second whole group learning lesson before snack time, recess and dismissal.
Afternoon Class
12:50 - 3:30 p.m.
12:50 - 3:30 p.m.
Children arrive and begin their day with outside play time, followed by table time, a whole group learning activity and free choice time. After free choice, children gather for a second whole group learning lesson before small groups, snack time, a final meeting and dismissal.
Before & After School Care
Students in grades K-5 can participate in Y Care partnered with the YMCA. Hours are 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. each day.
