Programs
“Childhood is a journey, not a race.” ~ Author unknown
For over 70 years, VPS has been preparing children for a confident and successful transition to kindergarten while fostering within them a joy for lifelong learning.
THREE’S PROGRAM
Launch your child’s formal educational journey in our setting of play-based discovery and exploration while addressing their cognitive, social/emotional and physical needs.
Overview:
- Two mornings per week
- Tuesday & Thursday, 8:45am – 12:00pm
Class Routine:
- Arrival/Exploration
- Circle Time
- Free Play
- Room Clean Up/Bathroom/Hand Washing
- Snack
- Outdoor Play
3’s Pre-K Enrichment Program
- Monday, 9-11:30
- This program allows for an optional 3rd day of programming for children in the 3’s program.
- There are limited spots available for children outside of our core program to enroll for just the Monday class.
FOUR’S PROGRAM
Participate in our unique 4′s program rich with literacy, numeracy, science, art, music, movement, and imaginative play allowing your child to enter kindergarten fully prepared and ready for a successful transition.
Overview:
- Three mornings per week
- Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 8:45am – 12:00pm
- Extended day lunch bunch until 1pm, once a month for all 4’s students
- An optional “Lunch Bunch” program is available for an additional $400 per year. Children who participate in lunch bunch will stay at school until 1 to have lunch and additional activity time with their classmates.
Class Routine:
- Arrival/Exploration
- Circle Time
- Free Play
- Hand Washing/Snack
- Free Play
- Room Clean Up/Bathroom/Hand Washing
- Outdoor Play
4’s Pre-K Enrichment Program
- Thursday, 9-11:30
- This program is held in 4, 7 week long sessions.
- Themes: STEM, Art, Movement, and Nature
- Families can enroll in one or multiple sessions depending on availability.
- Limited space available