Lions N' Lambs Preschool & Kindergarten is an early childhood program in Manteca offering preschool through kindergarten–level instruction, with daily Bible instruction and a play-based approach to learning. The program is licensed by the State of California and is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).
Lions N' Lambs provides early childhood education through kindergarten‑level instruction in a faith‑based setting. The program opened in 2003 and is licensed by the State of California (License #394501182) and is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International.
Instruction emphasizes learning through play alongside structured skill development. Daily Bible time is included as part of the routine. The program uses established early‑learning curricula for literacy and writing (including ZooPhonics and Handwriting Without Tears) and describes a phonics‑based reading approach and organized math concepts aligned with state standards. Classroom activities include art, science projects, cooking activities, centers and outdoor play.
Classrooms are staffed by teachers with training and experience in early childhood education; several staff members are noted as having Associate or Bachelor level coursework in ECE. The program states goals for whole‑child development across mental, physical, spiritual and social domains, including motor‑skill development, literacy and socialization.
A classroom that focuses on socialization for 3‑year‑olds and kindergarten readiness for 4‑year‑olds, incorporating Bible time, art, writing, math, cooking and science projects; uses Handwriting Without Tears and ZooPhonics curricula.
A program designed to prepare 4‑ and 5‑year‑old children for kindergarten with instruction in writing, speech and art; uses Handwriting Without Tears and ZooPhonics and includes regular Bible time and project‑based activities.
Provides a small‑classroom kindergarten that includes core academic subjects, a daily Bible lesson, and a monthly Bible Time with the children's director; class size is limited (Room 107 limited to 20 students).
An afternoon enrichment option that extends the day until 1:30 pm on select weekdays; activities include music, art and science experiments; limited spots are available and the program has a daily fee.
A five‑day class intended for children who turn 5 between September 1 and December 15 or for families choosing to delay kindergarten; daily activities include centers, circle time, Bible time, snacks, music, outside play, art projects and the ZooPhonics program.
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