Our Vision

 

The vision and mission of Desert Christian Preschool coincides with the basic mission of Desert Christian Schools, which is “to disciple students in partnership with Christian families…”

 

It is our belief that not only our curriculum must be integrated with God’s Word and principles, but that our methods of teaching and personal interactions must also reflect Godly principles.

 

Everything we do has this as its basis and emphasis. Your child will have the opportunity to learn through exploration and imaginative play during both planned activities and free play in the classroom and on the playground.   

 

Our curriculum includes, but is not limited to:

  • Cognitive activities to develop foundational skills in math concepts, phonemic awareness, practice and development of language, and basic reading skills
  • Emotional activities which allow students to experience excitement in learning,  verbalize emotions;  practice obedience, and show respect for each other and authority
  • Social interactions that involve sharing skills, listening to stories, answering basic questions, problem solving, and learning about community helpers
  • Physical opportunities for large and small motor development activities
  • Spiritual experiences which develop the knowledge of God as Creator and Savior; understanding of  themselves as image bearers of God who are fallen and in need of a Savior; basic knowledge of Bible stories
  • Arts integration activities to include music, art, and dramatic play
  • Building an understanding of who God is and the world He created through science exploration

Our playground will provide opportunities to move the classroom outside, with experiences to include large motor activities, science exploration; imaginative play, problem solving, art exploration, observation of God as Creator, and social development.

 

All of these disciplines interact and intertwine throughout the day, with the spiritual emphasis of understanding who God is, permeating all activities including snack time, rest time, and playground time. 

 

You will also find that partnering with families is a foundational concept for Desert Christian Schools.  It is our desire to create an environment that is an extension of the home which honors God and the children he created.  Desert Christian Preschool offers a place for your child to feel loved, nurtured, and secure, while developing personally and individually.