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St. Paul's Preschool

Welcome to St. Paul’s Episcopal Preschool!

Our mission is to educate the hearts and minds of young people for lives of learning, leadership, and service. Our early childhood program is designed to engage the youngest learners to develop socially, emotionally, physically, and cognitively through developmentally-appropriate practices rich in social connections, language literacy, math, and other disciplinary skills and content. We are committed to making the preschool experience as full and positive as possible. For many parents, this is their child’s first experience away from the home-learning environment. It is a big step for both parents and children. It is a gift that parents are giving to their children, the value of which cannot be underestimated.

Over one hundred years of research has shown us the importance of children’s learning through play and exploration. Current research only solidifies the understanding that children learn best when they are actively and mentally engaged in their own learning. The knowledgeable and experienced teachers at St. Paul’s facilitate and guide students with well thought-out strategies and environments that motivate and encourage preschool-age learners to investigate, question, problem solve, and discover.

In the classroom, children learn to navigate friendships by sharing materials, taking turns, acting responsibly, and taking perspective of others’ ideas. Collaboration and small group work are supported by the teachers who encourage exploration in an enriched learning environment. Cognitive skills are further developed through investigation and exploration. Teachers provide materials and activities that develop literacy, numeracy, and scientific thinking. Children are encouraged to question, create, problem-solve, and explore.

St. Paul’s meets from 9 am to 12 noon Monday through Friday. We are excited to offer an extended day program for our Kindergarten students starting in the fall of 2022. This optional program will extend the school day until 2:30 on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

Our teachers are carefully selected for their nurturing and understanding of young children. They must meet the Virginia Department of Education training requirements in early childhood education for preschool teachers and aides. Our teachers are the strength of St. Paul’s Episcopal Preschool. They are truly dedicated to making your child’s experience as rich and positive as possible.

Parents are recognized as valuable and vital partners in their child’s learning experiences. We strive to provide a variety of opportunities to work together with you in our school community. St. Paul’s Episcopal Preschool is a wonderful place for preschool learners, 18 months – Kindergarten, to develop a foundation for a love of learning through a socially and academically lively learning environment.

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Kristin Teeters
Head of School


About Our School

Housed within St. Paul's Episcopal Church on the first and second floors of Wilmer Hall, St. Paul's Episcopal Preschool is closely linked with the church community. First formed in response to the needs of parishioners, St. Paul's Episcopal Preschool seeks to serve the families in the community. Children attend weekly chapel services.

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Our Community

St. Paul’s Episcopal Preschool has an amazing staff of teachers specializing in early-childhood education and is closely linked with St. Paul's Episcopal Church.

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Preschool Admissions

St. Paul's Episcopal Preschool accepts applications completed online, you can use the link below to access. A non-refundable fee of $75 is due when your application is submitted. Following our priority admissions season, which begins October 15th and ends March 1st, we accept applications all year round, as space is available. We appreciate your interest and will acknowledge you…

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Preschool Calendar

2022-2023 Calendar

August 29-September 2 -- Professional Development Days

September 5, Monday - Labor Day (School Closed)
September 6, Tuesday - Registration Day - Meet Your Teacher
September 7, Wednesday - First Day of School
September 9, Friday - Popsicles on the Playground at Noon
September 14, Wednesday - Back to School Night

October 4, Tuesday - All School Chapel, 11:40 (Parents we…

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Head of School
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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

    Office Hours:
    The parish office is open Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m..

    Staff are best reached via email or you may reach them via the auto attendant on the phone message.

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    Service Times

    The Regular Service schedule resumes Sunday, January 8th and continues through Sunday, May 21st. All worship takes place in the church.

    Childcare is available in the Nursery on the first floor of Wilmer Hall for children ages newborn through 4 years old. The Nursery is open each Sunday from 8:45am until 12:15pm.

    8:00 am Holy Eucharist: Rite One a traditional spoken service

    9:00 am Family Eucharist: Worship for all ages

    10:00 am Formation Hour for all ages. Sunday School for ages 4 yrs through 5th grade students. Adult Forum in Upper Norton Hall (varies weekly).

    11:00 am Holy Eucharist: Rite Two a service with traditional language, hymns, organ, and choir. Livestream available.

    5:00 pm Holy Eucharist: Rite Two a contemplative service with candle lighting and prayers for healing

    Monday - Friday

    9:00 am Morning Prayer in the chapel

    Wednesday

    12:00 pm Holy Eucharist Livestream available.



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    228 South Pitt St
    Alexandria, VA 22314

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