Our Preschool programs serve children ages 33 months to Kindergarten.  We currently have 4 preschool classrooms.

We are licensed to serve 60 pre-school aged children.

The preschool program continues the child's development of social / emotional development, language development, cognitive, and physical skills through an environment introducing freedom within limits. This environment fosters an inner discipline gained from making choices, thereby developing independence, self-motivation, and increased creativity.

We serve breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack. The children have rest period from 1-3 pm .

We use The Doors curriculum which is part of Project Early Kindergarten.  Project Early Kindergarten aligns with the St. Paul Public Schools early Kindergarten programs.

Sandcastle offers the following enrichment programs to the children:

"Growing With Music" is a developmental music program for toddlers and preschoolers. Each week the children are guided through 30 minutes of musical activities to emphasize overall development while exposing them to important music concepts. This program is offered at an additional cost of $4.00 per week.

"Dancercise Kids" is a theme related exercise program that is offered to preschoolers weekly. This program teaches themes and concepts, while also engaging the children in dance and exercise. This is also offered at an additional cost that is paid directly to Dancercise corporate offices.

Preschool Care rates are as follows (Effective June 1, 2009):