Preschool
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For 3 year olds - Ocean Room
This class is for children who will be 3 by September 1 or are two years prior to attending kindergarten. As 3-4 year olds enter what is usually their first large group situation, they are exposed to sharing, taking turns, respecting the rights and property of others, and a structured environment. Physically, they are introduced to movement games, moving to music as well as fine and gross motor skill activities. Academically, each child is accepted at his/her own level. Each student is provided with “hands on” learning experiences in the areas of reading readiness, pre-math, artistic expression, and verbal skills. Spiritually, the child is introduced to God who loves and cares for them. |
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For 4-5 year olds - Jungle Room
This class is for children who will be 4 by September 1 or are one or two years prior to attending kindergarten. This class seeks to meet the developmental needs of the 4-5 year old. The children are encouraged to progress and feel proud of their accomplishments. Emphasis on social skills continues to be incorporated in the daily schedule. They experience new activities in the areas of reading readiness and pre-math, and many activities that encourage small motor development. Spiritually, the students are exposed to God, who cares for them and shows His love in many ways. The focus of this class is kindergarten readiness. |
Childcare
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The Childcare Program will encompass a variety of educational and recreational learning experiences within a faith-based environment. Activities may include: large muscle, sensory, math, language, dramatic play, music and art, outside play, social and cognitive skill building as well as culturally diverse activities.
We are on the Rice Lake District bus route for school-age children. |
Kids at First Childcare special events:
- Praise Time: a monthly family gathering where preschoolers sing songs and hear a Bible message.
- B.E.A.R. (Be Excited About Reading): Children learn the importance of reading by sharing books one-on-one with adults.
- Spirit of Christmas project: Shopping & wrapping for a local family in need.
- Prayer Pals: Connecting students to an adult from the church family who commits to pray for the student.
- Pancake Breakfast. Families serving church and childcare families delicious pancakes and fixings.
- Preschool Sunday: Sharing artwork and a power point with the church family.
- Family service project: Families plant flowers & deliver to local nursing homes.
Kids At First Preschool & Childcare admits students of any race, nationality, and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies and admission policies.
Curriculum
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Our Staff
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Karin Lindau is the Director and lead teacher for the 4 & 5 year old classes. Karin has a preschool teaching certificate from WITC and operated an in-home daycare for several years before coming to Kids at First in 2002. Karin's enthusiasm and passion for teaching young children is evident in her lessons and in the gentle way she shares God's love with them. |
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Christina Swartz is the teacher for the 3 year old class. She has a Bachelors in Early Childhood from Concordia University Wisconsin and has been teaching for 10 years. Her passion is to teach children about the love of Christ. Allyson Lammers is our morning daycare teacher and also assists with the 3 year old preschool class. Allyson has taught a variety of different age groups in the past. She looks forward to getting to know each child and helping them learn. |
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Alexis Newland is our afternoon daycare teacher. She has had previous experience working in daycare, the Boys and Girls Club, and other professional trainings. She is very excited to be a part of helping kids learn and find their strengths. |
On behalf of the preschool, daycare and church staff; thank you for choosing Kids at First Childcare Center! We strive for excellence in Christian education and hope this is a wonderful year for you and your family. Please don’t hesitate to contact us at kidsatfirst@firstlutheranricelake.com or call 715-234-7505.
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Kids at First Childcare Center
Preschool & Daycare 15 E. Sawyer Street Rice Lake, WI 54868 |
For additional information check us out -
By phone: 715-234-7505 By email: kidsatfirst@firstlutheranricelake.com Online: Facebook In person: 15 E Sawyer St, Rice Lake, WI |