Kindergarten

Our Approach to Learning

At the Elms, your daughter will be encouraged to learn and develop at a pace that matches her learning style and personality. Our unique curriculum offers an integrated approach to Mathematics, Reading and Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, Technology, Health, Physical Education, Religion, and the Fine Arts. Our curriculum aligns jointly with the State of Ohio Education Standards and the Diocese of Cleveland Curriculum; accreditation through OCSAA.

Our teachers are highly knowledgeable, experienced and loving. We understand that young children need flexibility and structure, through planned experiences as well as spontaneous play. All Elms faculty members hold a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood, Elementary Education or a related specialty.

In the classroom, each student will explore the world around her and express her ideas and opinions as she begins to develop her unique personality, gain confidence and build a positive self-image. We limit classroom sizes to 18 students to ensure our students receive individual attention and personalized instruction. Our Kindergarten program values each child as an individual with her own talents and abilities.

Kindergarten Enrollment Process

Steps to enroll:

1. Submit our Pre-K through Grade 4 application. We will continue taking applications until the grade level is full. Students must be 5 years old by September 1, 2024 to start Kindergarten.

2. Submit our Pre-Primary Questionnaire.

3. Schedule your appointment for our next Kindergarten Screening event. Our team will mail home a Kindergarten Readiness Report following the screening appointment.

4. Students recommended for Kindergarten will be offered an enrollment contract for the 2024-2025 school year. This contract must be returned with a non-refundable deposit to reserve your child’s place for the year.

Come visit us!

Meet our teachers and tour our campus at our next Open House. Private tours are also available by appointment.

Intergenerational Learning

Research indicates that blending young people and seniors together encourages both groups to thrive. Elms kindergartners participate in a unique intergenerational learning program with our neighbors at the Convent.