Pre-School & Pre-K

Our Approach to Learning

At the Elms, your child will be encouraged to learn and develop at a pace that matches her/his learning style and personality. Our unique curriculum offers an integrated approach to Mathematics, Reading and Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, Technology, Health and Wellness, Religion and the Fine Arts. Our curriculum aligns jointly with the State of Ohio Early Learning Developmental Standards and the Diocese of Cleveland Curriculum. The Elms faculty regularly assess our students to help guide each child’s learning experience.

Faculty

All Elms faculty members hold a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood, Elementary Education or a related specialty. 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.

Acceptance Into Pre-School

All students, girls and boys, seeking admission into Pre-School and Pre-Kindergarten must be at least 3 years old and potty trained to start at the Elms.

Pre-School Enrollment Process

Steps to enroll:

1. Submit our Pre-K through Grade 5 application online by February 14, 2024. After February 14, we will continue taking applications until the grade level is full.

2. Submit our Pre-Primary Questionnaire.

3. Students who meet our admissions criteria will be offered an enrollment contract for the 2024-2025 school year. This contract must be returned with a non-refundable deposit of $400 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 and Story Time

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