Kids & Family
St. Mark School Announces Limited Openings in Preschool 3 Program
Now enrolling PreK3: Children age 3 by September are welcomed into a nurturing, faith-centered program rooted in joyful learning.
St. Mark School has announced limited openings in its Preschool 3 (PreK3) program for the upcoming academic year, offering families the opportunity to join a faith-filled early childhood community focused on joyful learning and whole-child development.
The Little Lions Preschool program follows a research-based, play-centered approach during this critical stage of growth. Classrooms are thoughtfully structured around engaging learning centers and daily experiences including circle time, dramatic play, science exploration, and story time. These hands-on activities foster social, emotional, physical, intellectual, and spiritual development while nurturing curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
Parents consistently highlight the program’s balance of structure and care.
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“My son is loving PreK3. I appreciate the structured curriculum, attentive staff, and communication,” said St. Mark parent Gabriella Luisa Ferri Ulbrich.
Faith formation is woven into each day through prayer, age-appropriate religious instruction, and a Catholic Virtue Education Program that emphasizes kindness, respect, and service.
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A distinctive feature of the preschool experience is the cross-grade buddy program. Preschoolers regularly connect with older students who read to them and model leadership, strengthening confidence and fostering a strong sense of belonging within the broader school community.
In addition to classroom learning, Preschool 3 students receive weekly instruction in music, art, innovation and technology, physical education, and Spanish, taught by St. Mark’s elementary faculty. A full-time school nurse supports student health and wellness, providing added reassurance for families.
“We were looking for a school that would challenge him academically while making him feel safe and welcomed. The St. Mark community has surpassed our expectations. I’ve seen my son’s confidence grow, his love for learning expand, and his sense of belonging strengthen,” said parent Sharleen Botley.
Children entering Preschool 3 must be three years old by September and fully potty trained. Preschool 4 is already at capacity for the upcoming academic year, and only limited openings remain in Preschool 3. Families are encouraged to inquire promptly.
