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SMCA Preschool Department

Little Hearts.
Big Curiosity.
Rooted in Christ.

At SMCA, our preschool program provides a joyful, Christ-centered environment where young learners are nurtured, challenged, and encouraged to grow—academically, socially, and spiritually. Through play-based learning and biblical teaching, we help children build a foundation that lasts a lifetime.

Little boy smiles at the camera out on the playgroundElementary supervisor hands a little girl dressed in her cap and gown some sparkles for her portraitPreschool student shows the camera his painted palm from their handprint art projectA preschool boy is wearing glasses a mustache, suit and bow tie for the 100th day of school dress down dayPreschool boy smiles at the camera as he stands at the easel working on a painting projectTwo preschoolers with backpacks on smile with their arm around each other
Three kindergarten friends smile as they stand in a line on the playgroundPreschool girl is dressed up in a pirate costume for a dress down dayKindergarten student smiles up at the camera while sitting at the table desk working on a paperPreschool girl holds a chick in her hand while sitting on the carpet in the classroomThree preschool boys smile and laugh as they have clothespins in their hairTwo girls are all bundled in winter clothes, smiling out on the playground

3-Year-Old Preschool Program

Our K3 program is a three-day class that meets on Tuesdays , Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Designed specifically for young learners, this program blends purposeful play with gentle, age-appropriate instruction to help children build a strong foundation for future learning.

Children in this class explore early concepts in language, math, and social development through stories, songs, hands-on activities, and group interaction—all in a nurturing, Christ-centered environment.

To enroll, your child must be 3 years old by September 30 of the school year for which you are applying.

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Preschool boy smiles at his friends while he's on the hayride during the annual Fall hayride event
Blonde little girl smiles at the camera as she looks over her shoulder from the hayride

4-Year-Old Preschool Program

Our K4 program offers two flexible options to meet your family's needs:
Five-Day Half Day Program: Monday through Friday — 8am to Noon
‍• Five-Day Full Day Program: Monday through Friday — 8am to 3pm

Students in K4 engage with a foundational ABeka curriculum, learning early literacy and math skills while growing in their understanding of God's Word through daily Bible stories and songs. Play-based activities are woven throughout the day to support social, emotional, and spiritual development.

Children must be 4 years old by September 30 of the school year for which they are applying.

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Kindergarten Program

Our full-day K5 program runs Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, offering a rich and engaging experience that prepares students for elementary-level learning.

Building on the foundations established in K4, this program blends materials from Bob Jones University Press and A Beka to strengthen early literacy, phonics, writing, and math skills. Students will practice both manuscript and cursive writing, explore number concepts, and engage with Bible lessons taught through stories, memory verses, and daily devotionals.

To enroll, students must be 5 years old by September 30 of the school year for which they are applying. An entrance assessment will be required upon acceptance to the Academy.

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Kindergarten student smiles in her red Christmas dress while working on a coloring project at her seat.
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