4 – 5 years

Pre-Kindergarten

An advanced, project-based classroom that sharpens academic readiness while nurturing independence, focus, and self-expression.

Pre-K student writing letters
Overview

Inside the Pre-Kindergarten classroom

Pre-K is where all the foundations come together. Children practice writing their names, blending sounds into words, and solving simple math problems — all through engaging, teacher-guided projects.

Executive function skills like following multi-step directions, managing time, and working in groups are woven throughout the day to build genuine kindergarten readiness.

Bilingual instruction deepens, with children reading simple books and holding conversations in both English and Spanish.

Learning Outcomes

What your child will gain

Concrete, age-appropriate milestones we work toward together.

Beginning writing, sight words, and reading comprehension
Addition, subtraction, and problem-solving with manipulatives
Independent task completion and multi-step direction following
Bilingual conversation skills in English and Spanish
Daily Routine

A typical day

7:00 AMArrival & morning work
8:30 AMBreakfast
9:00 AMCircle time & bilingual calendar
9:30 AMGuided reading & writing workshop
10:30 AMMath workshop & manipulatives
11:15 AMOutdoor play & team games
12:00 PMLunch
1:00 PMRest / independent work
2:30 PMProject-based learning & STEM
3:30 PMSnack & social skills circle
5:30 PMWind-down & pickup
Gallery

Moments from Pre-Kindergarten

Ready to see your child thrive?

Schedule a free Mini Exploratory Session and experience our classrooms, meet our teachers, and see why Riverside families trust us with their little explorers.