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About Our School

Housed in the first floor of Wilmer Hall, St. Paul’s Episcopal Preschool is closely linked with St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. First formed in response to the needs of parishioners, St. Paul’s Episcopal Preschool seeks to serve the needs of families in the community. Children attend weekly chapel services.

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Mission and Philosophy

St. Paul’s Episcopal Preschool, a Christian school in the Episcopal tradition, provides a nurturing and safe environment for children 18 months-5 years old that encourages curiosity, exploration, compassion, and a love of learning through play. Each child is known, loved and belongs as they develop to their fullest potential—spiritually, intellectually, and socially. Children develop a love of God, a sense of self-worth, and a respect for others.

Governing Principles of Education

  • Built on the foundation of Christian love
  • Instills character and integrity
  • Honors individuality
  • Committed to strong communication and relationships among parents, community, school, and parish

Philosophy

At St. Paul’s Episcopal Preschool, we believe that play is the work of children. Through imagining, building, pretending, and manipulating children learn how the world works and how they might change it. Our teachers facilitate learning by encouraging, guiding, clarifying, comforting, and loving. Low teacher-student ratios allow our teachers to give individualized attention to help children develop to their fullest potential.

Creative exploration and curiosity are encouraged. Materials are presented in an orderly, organized manner. Children are expected to handle materials appropriately and respect their areas and leaving it in good condition for others.

Communication skills are of great importance. Children are encouraged to “use your words” from the moment they enter St. Paul’s. As children move through the preschool years, tremendous growth takes place in vocabulary and in their ability to express ideas and feelings. The children learn to solve problems and conflicts through discussion and conversations. Using attentive listening and involvement in child-initiated conversation they increase their self-confidence and build character.

In the end, fostering a child’s confidence is our goal. We allow children to do as much for themselves as they possibly can while keeping expectations in line with ability. Children are most often successful when they feel competent.

School Governance

School Board 2020-2021

St. Paul’s Episcopal Preschool is overseen by a Board of Directors made up of members of the church and school community. The Board of Directors has oversight responsibility for the policies and operation of St. Paul’s Episcopal Preschool in accordance with the Charter and Bylaws.

Officers

Chair Andrew Lund
Vice-Chair Anne Ashley Croker
Secretary Catherine Linskey
Treasurer Karen Grane, ex-officio, non-voting

Board Members

Catherine Schmidt
Katherine Murphy
Don Lefeve
Elizabeth Rees, Ex-officio, voting
Chris Byrnes, Interim Head of School, ex-officio, non-voting

Parent Engagement

At St Paul’s Episcopal Preschool we welcome parents and families to be involved in life at school. Sign-ups for parent volunteers will be available via Sign-up Genius—stay tuned!

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    • Emergency Contact Information
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    • Medical School Entrance Form
    • Parental Permission Form (3s,4s,5s)
    • Parental Permission Form (Toddlers, 2s)
    • Program Decision to Administer Medication (2)
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    The St. Paul’s Preschool Office is open Monday through Friday from 9 am until 12 pm. If you have questions or would like to schedule a tour please give us a call at (703) 548-6089 or email us at [email protected].

    St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
    228 South Pitt Street
    Alexandria, VA 22314

    Phone: 703-549-3312

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    At this time, the office remains closed. Staff are best reached via email or you may leave them a voicemail message.

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    228 South Pitt St
    Alexandria, VA 22314

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