First Presbyterian Preschool

First Presbyterian Preschool provides a safe, nurturing environment for young children of diverse economic, racial, and religious backgrounds.  Research tells us that there are universal, predictable sequences of growth and change that occur in children.  At the same time we recognize that each child is a unique person with an individual pattern and timing of growth as well as an individual personality, learning style, and family background.  The appreciation of all of these factors provides the framework for the learning environment at this school.

The program follows the Florida School Readiness Performance Standards and the Florida Prekindergarten Education Standards as guidelines for designing and implementing an appropriate learning environment for two, three, four, and five year-old children.  The curriculum is based on the basic developmental needs of young children and offers opportunities and activities through an integrated approach.

We believe that young children learn more effectively through concrete, play-oriented activities and that learning is an interactive process.

First Presbyterian Preschool is a small non-profit preschool located downtown in the building of First Presbyterian Church. Volunteers will spend time in classroom activities with 2, 3, and 4 year old children, assisting regular classroom teachers.