St. Anthony’s mission comes to life each day in ways that feel meaningful and joyful for our students. We begin with simple daily prayer and guide children in learning Gospel values like kindness, respect, and responsibility. Throughout the day, they are encouraged to care for themselves, one another, and the world around them.

Our teachers support each child’s social-emotional growth, independence, and love of learning through hands-on, developmentally appropriate experiences. Through play, reflection, and exploration, children grow academically while also learning about God’s love and what it means to be part of a caring, Christ-centered community.

Our classroom experiences are thoughtfully designed to meet early childhood learning standards, ensuring that children are building strong foundations in language, early math, social-emotional development, and more. These skills are woven naturally into our daily routines, centers, and activities, allowing children to learn in ways that feel engaging, purposeful, and appropriate for their age.

This year, we noticed a growing excitement around Spanish in our classroom. The children became curious about new words and how to say things in another language, so we began incorporating simple Spanish words, songs, and everyday phrases into our routines. It has been such a fun and meaningful way to build language skills while also celebrating different cultures—just one example of how we listen to our students and let their interests help guide our learning.

Our Catholic faith is at the heart of everything we do. Each day begins with prayer, including simple prayers and the Sign of the Cross, helping children learn that God is with us in all parts of our day. We also take time throughout the day to pause, reflect, and grow in gratitude and awareness of God’s love.

Children participate in religion lessons twice a week, where they are introduced to Bible stories, the life of Jesus, and the teachings of the Church. Through stories, songs, discussion, and hands-on activities, children begin to understand and live out Gospel values such as kindness, compassion, forgiveness, and service to others. We also introduce children in an age-appropriate way to the liturgical seasons of the Church, such as Advent and Lent, helping them begin to recognize the rhythm of the Catholic year.

Each Wednesday, our students attend Mass together as a school community. This is a meaningful part of our week where children experience the beauty and reverence of Catholic worship, learn to participate respectfully, and become familiar with the prayers, responses, and structure of the Mass.

The lives of the saints are also introduced in simple, engaging ways, giving children examples of people who followed Jesus and lived out their faith with love and courage.

Faith is woven into our everyday interactions as well. Whether it’s showing kindness to a friend, offering help, or taking time to pray for someone, children are guided to see how we live as Jesus teaches us.

At St. Anthony, we are committed to nurturing the whole child—mind, body, and spirit—so that each child feels known, loved, and supported as a child of God within a joyful and caring Catholic community.

As an NCEA‑aligned program within the Archdiocese of Seattle, St. Anthony Pre‑K provides a strong foundation for Kindergarten and beyond. Children leave our program confident, curious, and prepared, not only academically, but socially, emotionally, and spiritually.

Families choose St. Anthony Pre‑K because they want more than readiness skills. They want a place where their child is known, loved, challenged, and formed in faith from the very beginning.

What makes St. Anthony Pre-K different?

At St. Anthony Pre-K, we educate the whole child—mind, body, and spirit. Our program blends strong early academics with play-based learning and intentional faith formation. Children experience Gospel values daily through kindness, prayer, service, and respect for others, not just during religion lessons.

What is a typical day like in Pre-K?

Each day includes a balance of structured learning and play. Children participate in circle time, literacy and math activities, hands-on exploration, creative art, outdoor play, prayer, and quiet reflection. Our routines are designed to help children feel safe, confident, and joyful at school.

How is faith incorporated into the Pre-K day?

Faith is woven naturally throughout the day. Children begin and end the day with prayer, learn about Jesus through age-appropriate stories, and practice Gospel values such as kindness, sharing, forgiveness, and gratitude. We also celebrate the liturgical seasons and involve children in school-wide faith traditions.

What curriculum do you use?

We use Frog Street as our core curriculum, along with Heggerty for early phonemic awareness and Stories of God’s Love to support faith formation. While these programs guide our instruction, our teachers thoughtfully adapt and build learning experiences around the interests, strengths, and needs of the children in our classroom. This flexible approach allows learning to feel meaningful, engaging, and developmentally appropriate while still meeting important early learning goals within a nurturing, faith-centered environment.

How do you prepare children for Kindergarten?

Our Pre-K program focuses on building strong foundations in early reading, writing, math, independence, and problem-solving. Just as importantly, we help children develop confidence, self-regulation, and a love of learning—skills that matter most for long-term success in Kindergarten and beyond.

What are the class sizes?

We maintain a capacity of 20 students per class sizes to ensure each child is known, supported, and valued.

Why our Pre-K teachers?

Our teachers are highly qualified, experienced in early childhood education, and deeply committed to our Catholic mission. They create warm, welcoming classrooms where children feel safe to explore, make mistakes, and grow.

How do you support social-emotional development and behavior?

We use positive guidance and restorative practices to help children learn how to express emotions, solve problems, and build healthy relationships. Our approach emphasizes compassion, clear expectations, and teaching children how to make good choices rooted in God's values.

How much outdoor play do children get?

Children enjoy three 30 minute outdoor play daily, weather permitting. Outdoor time supports physical development, social skills, and overall well-being. We believe movement and fresh air are essential parts of a healthy Pre-K day.

What safety measures are in place?

The safety of our students is a top priority. Our campus follows established safety procedures, secure entry practices, and health guidelines to ensure children are well cared for throughout the day.

How do teachers communicate with families?

We value strong partnerships with families. Teachers communicate regularly through newsletters, classroom updates, and conferences. We encourage open communication and believe families are an essential part of a child’s learning journey.

Are families involved in the Pre-K community?

Yes! Families are invited to participate in classroom activities, school celebrations, faith events, and community gatherings. We believe children thrive when school and home work together.

What are the enrollment requirements and next steps?

Children must be 4 years old by Aug 31. Families may apply online, and enrollment is based on space availability. Our team is happy to walk you through the application process and answer any additional questions.