The Preschool program promotes the spiritual, emotional, intellectual, physical and social growth of the young children at Saint Paul School. Language is the development of communication skills that enable a child to share his/her world with others. These skills are achieved through listening, music, and finger plays, as well as alphabet activities and conclude with the writing of their names. Math readiness skills such as colors, shapes, classifying, patterns, numerals and counting sets are practiced using manipulatives, play experiences and story telling. Preschool at Saint Paul School also strives to develop life skills and personal development skills as well. Fine and gross motor goals are set for the children, as well as self-help skills are developed on a daily basis. Students at Saint Paul Preschool also benefit from extra-curricular classes such as Computer, Library, Art and Physical Education. Preschool children begin their faith formation at Saint Paul’s as well, focusing on God’s World, family, friends and simple explanations of seasons of the Church year, as well as participating in school prayer and monthly Mass.
Mrs. Jennifer Larsh – Pre-School Teacher
Mrs. Larsh has an Early Childhood
Degree from Rhode Island College and is certified by the
RI Department of Education in this field. Mrs. Larsh had
been at St. Anne’s School for the last ten years
administering this same program in Providence before
their closure this past June. She brings a wealth of
experience and knowledge with her to assist us in
getting this new program off the ground. Please welcome
Mrs. Larsh to the Saint Paul School Community.
Mrs. Garganese is our
full time assistant in Preschool. As teacher
assistant, she works with small groups of children
during our teacher directed time. Mrs. Garganese's
other duties include general maintenance in the
classroom, preparing materials for upcoming lessons
and helping the teacher in the daily routine of our
classroom. Mrs. Garganese is a valued part of our
Preschool class.
*We will follow a navy blue & gray code-
Skirt, shorts, sweatpants, shirt, sweatshirt-
all elastic bands
**SNEAKERS ONLY**