The St. Mary’s Pre-K classroom is a place where children look forward to each new day, because of new experiences within it. The classroom is a place where children are comfortable and happy, because they are learning things in which they are interested in, and are doing things that they can accomplish.

The classroom is designed so that it presents an inviting environment for four and five year-old children. The room has been planned so that each child may spend part of his or her time in both group and individual activities.

Block Area: Gives children the ability to develop gross motor skills and promotes creative imagination.

Library Area: Is provided so that children may become interested in books and learn how to handle them in an appropriate manner. It also gives the children a place to go and have a quiet place to get away from a busy classroom.

Art Area: Paints, paper, glue, crayons, scissors and other art supplies are provided in this area. These are the Preschooler’s tools for the written language.

Manipulative Area: Toys such as Legos, puzzles, stringing beads, etc. are provided to help children develop their fine motor skills and to help them develop problem-solving skills.