Preschool in Chesterfield & Eureka

For children ages 3 – 5 years

Ready to Learn, Ready to Lead

At Crouthers Academy, our Preschool Program prepares children for kindergarten and beyond through hands-on learning, purposeful play, and social-emotional growth. Designed for ages 3 to 5, this program combines a structured routine with the flexibility to follow each child’s interests—building confident, curious, and capable learners.

A Curriculum That Sparks Curiosity

Our preschool curriculum is aligned with early learning standards and includes:

• Literacy and language development.
• Early math and number sense.
• Science and nature exploration.
• Creative arts and expression.
• Social studies and community awareness.
• Fine and gross motor skill activities.

Each day is filled with opportunities for children to ask questions, solve problems, and discover new ideas in a supportive, engaging environment.

Kindergarten Readiness

We prepare students not only academically, but socially and emotionally for school success. Children learn to follow directions, manage transitions, work independently, and collaborate in group settings—key skills for a smooth and confident transition to kindergarten.

Social-Emotional Learning at the Core

Preschoolers are learning to navigate friendships, feelings, and cooperation. Our teachers use modeling, positive guidance, and conflict-resolution strategies to help children build empathy, self-regulation, and resilience.

Learning Through Play & Exploration

Children learn best when they’re engaged and having fun. Our classrooms feature hands-on learning centers that invite children to explore, create, and imagine. From dramatic play and block building to sensory tables and art stations, each area supports a different aspect of development.

Enrichment Opportunities

Depending on the season and program, we offer enrichment activities such as:

• Music and movement.
• Gardening and nature walks.
• Basic Spanish or sign language.
• Field trips and community visitors.

These experiences expand children’s horizons and connect learning to the real world.

Family Partnerships

We believe education is a team effort. Families receive regular communication through newsletters, conferences, and daily reports. We also invite parents to participate in classroom activities, events, and celebrations.

What makes Crouthers Academy different?

At Crouthers Academy, we honor the unique spirit of every child. Our caring teachers create a warm, structured environment that helps each child grow in independence, confidence, and joy. We’re here to celebrate the wins, guide through the challenges, and lay the groundwork for lifelong learning.

At Crouthers Academy, we do more than prepare children for school—we prepare them for life. Our Preschool Program builds thinkers, communicators, leaders, and friends. With our nurturing teachers and enriching curriculum, your child will graduate from our program ready to take on the world with confidence and joy.