The goal of the preschool is to guide each child in the growth of their total personality. Areas related to physical, mental, emotional and social development are all given equal attention when preparing a curriculum to fit the needs of each child. A child’s self expression, creativity and analytical thinking are worked out in play.

Through observations, the teacher may help a child succeed in areas where they may not normally excel. The teachers strive to aid each child in developing a positive self-image. Little Blessings Preschool curriculum is a discovery-based learning experience that gives each individual child the opportunity to move through specially designed learning centers of his or her own level of interest and ability. The curriculum focuses on learning basic concepts and skills through hands-on experiences and activities. Some centers are designed to develop large and small motor skills while others are more academically oriented. Through our program, each child is given the tools needed to encourage the growth of the whole child and to build the child’s self esteem rooted in the knowledge of God’s love and care.

• To provide a positive sense of identity and emotional well being
• To develop age-appropriate social, physical, language and literacy skills
• To encourage thinking, reasoning, questioning and experimentation
• To demonstrate proper health, safety and nutritional practices
• To respect gender, age, and cultural diversity

• Readiness skills in reading, language, and math. It is especially designed to allow opportunities for social and emotional development.
• Quality educational experiences for children ages 3 through 5 years in a warm and caring Christian environment.
• Teachers are trained professionals and experienced early childhood educators.
• Teachers use the Creative Curriculum and the Connecticut Early Learning Standards to guide the children’s learning experiences.
• Small classes, allowing quality time with each child.
• School year runs September through the end of May, closely following the schedule of the Berlin school system.
• A beautiful facility with an indoor gym and an outdoor playground.

Must turn 3 by June 30^th

Children in the Early 3’ program spend their days exploring, sharing and learning. Each child will begin to develop his or her independence and confidence in a setting that encourages a sense of community. At the same time, they will learn to adapt to routines and rituals. Activities are based on a program grounded in early childhood fundamentals. Young learners in our Early 3’s will increase their language ability, practice early counting skills and learn to cooperate with friends through group activities and play.

Meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00am to 12:00pm. The program runs for four months, February through May. Class size is limited to 8 children. Children do not need to be potty trained in the Early 3’s program.

Must turn 3 by December 31st

The Pre-K 3 program emphasis is on socialization while the children are engaged in enriching activities. A large portion of each day is devoted to play experiences where children learn to share, take turns, and cooperate with others. Children’s natural curiosity and love of learning are developed as they explore the school environment and engage in classroom activities such as language and literacy, math, art, science, dramatic play, listening center, blocks and weekly themes. Activities that extend beyond the classroom include the use of our indoor gym and our beautiful outdoor space.

Meets two days a week from 9am-12pm for nine months, September through May. You may choose either Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday.

We offer several options for 4 year olds: the Pre-K 4, Pre-K 4 with enrichment and Pre-K 4/5 programs. The emphasis of all three is on important social and academic skills needed to prepare children for a successful transition to kindergarten. A large portion of each day is devoted to play experiences, inside and out, where children use their natural curiosity and love of learning to explore and create. 

The curriculum is the same for all programs, but the children in the Pre-K 4 with enrichment and Pre-K 4/5 attend school for a slightly longer day, and the Pre-K 4/5 is one additional day each week. This provides additional opportunities for children to concentrate on the skills needed to prepare them for a successful transition to kindergarten. Through observations, the teacher may help a child succeed in areas where they do not excel. The teachers strive to aid each child in developing a positive self-image. The longer class days give us additional time to include activities in pre-reading techniques and strategies such as letter of the week, rhyming, letter identification, phonics and counting. Children will work on different STEM projects and work together to experiment, observe, and use critical thinking to conclude on questions. Children’s literature also plays a key role in our learning experiences. 

We consider Pre K 4/5 our mixed-age classroom; a learning environment to a group of children of varied ages between 4 & 5 and abilities. This combination provides opportunities for the children to learn and grow with one another by creating a leader and learner environment. Some children need an extra year to develop their skills before going on to Kindergarten. 

While engaged in a varied and stimulating environment, the children learn to work together with children not only of the same age, but also with those either older or younger than themselves. Older children will be models for the classroom, developing leadership skills, while younger children will develop more complete language and types of play.

Must turn 4 by December 31st

Meets three days a week for nine months, September through May. Choose from one of the two options below:

• 9:00am – 12:00pm on Monday, Wednesday and Friday
• 9:00am – 1:55pm on Monday and Wednesday (includes afternoon enrichment) and 9:00 – 12:00pm on Friday

Must turn 5 years old during the school year and plan to attend Kindergarten the following fall

Meets four days a week, Monday through Thursday, from 9:00 am -1:55pm. Program runs for nine months, September through May

Registration is on a first-come first-served basis. Early Registration begins the first week of December and is available to all current students, siblings of present or past students of Little Blessings Preschool and Bethany Covenant Church families. For all other potential students we will begin filling open spots at our Open House typically held the second Saturday in January, from 9:00am – 11:00am. Please call or email us to schedule a private tour if you miss our Open House. 

To register you must submit a non-refundable registration fee of $100, and a completed Registration Form.

We would love for you to visit us and see our facility and meet our teachers. Please call or email to schedule your tour.

Phone – (860) 828-9520
Email – LittleBlessingPreschool@gmail.com
Fax – (860) 828-4250

Little Blessings Preschool is located on the lower level of Bethany Covenant Church, located at 785 Mill Street, Berlin, CT 06037.