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Early Childhood Education

Setting the Stage for Learning

Our Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten, and Jr. Kindergarten classrooms are thoughtfully organized into Learning Centers, providing an age-appropriate, hands-on environment where teachers guide and support rather than strictly direct the day. Children are encouraged to explore their interests, choose activities independently, and move purposefully between centers.

Each center is designed to support key developmental areas aligned with our curriculum, including Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Technology, Religion, Dramatic Play, Art, Music and Movement, Sign Language, and fine motor development through manipulatives.

Weather permitting, children also participate in supervised outdoor play, supporting physical development and social growth in a joyful, active setting.

Early Childhood Programs

Three Early Childhood students smiling in our enrichment program classroom.

Three Early Childhood students smiling in our enrichment program classroom.

 

Parents of Early Childhood

At St. Joseph the Worker, we truly value the vital role parents play in the success of our Early Childhood Education (ECE) program. You are your child’s first and most important teacher, and your partnership with us enriches their learning experience in countless ways.

We warmly welcome parent volunteers to participate in classroom activities, special events, and other opportunities throughout the year. To ensure the safety and well-being of all our students, volunteers must have up-to-date Safe Environment clearances as required by the Diocese and state regulations.

If you are interested in volunteering, please click here and follow the directions on how to complete the necessary clearances. We are grateful for your support and look forward to working together to create a nurturing and engaging environment for your children.

Thank you for being an important part of our school community.

 

Our Early Childhood Program Earns STAR 4 Certification!

We’re proud to share that our Early Childhood Education (ECE) program has achieved STAR 4 certification through Pennsylvania’s Keystone STARS quality rating system!

This distinction reflects our ongoing commitment to excellence in early learning. STAR 4 is the highest level of quality within the Keystone STARS system and recognizes programs that consistently demonstrate best practices in:

  • Staff qualifications and ongoing professional development
  • High-quality curriculum that supports strong school readiness
  • Meaningful family and community engagement
  • Leadership, planning, and continuous program improvement

We continue to work closely with Early Learning Resource Centers (ELRC) and quality coaches to ensure our program not only maintains this level of excellence but continues to grow and strengthen each year. STAR 4 status also provides access to additional state resources that directly benefit our students and families.

We are thrilled to offer a high-quality foundation that sets children up for long-term success!

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