St. Thomas Preschool

About

Overview

St. Thomas Preschool & Kindergarten provides early childhood education for children from age 2 through kindergarten in a Catholic setting. The program emphasizes faith formation alongside academic and social development.

Curriculum & approach

The school uses a whole-child approach that blends structured academic learning and thematic, play-based activities. Weekly community prayer and faith instruction are part of the routine, and ongoing assessment and family conferences are used to track progress and set educational goals.

Staff qualifications & safety

The director holds a master's degree in education, a bachelor’s degree in child and family development, and an Arizona Early Childhood Teaching Certificate.
Teachers and assistants receive continuing-education training consistent with Arizona standards; the school also provides in-house training hours each year.
Staff receive annual training in emergency preparedness, CPR, First Aid, and AED use; the school consults with a security firm on safety procedures.

Enrichment, routines & amenities

Classrooms combine teacher-guided instruction with center-based and free play, story time, music, outdoor play and hands-on projects. A morning snack is provided. Optional enrichment classes are offered, including Soccer Shots, tennis, gymnastics and dance. A basic uniform (school t-shirt or polo) is required and the school provides guidance on appropriate footwear for active play.

Programs

Kids Summer Camp 2026

A themed preschool summer camp offering weeks of creative activities and games for preschool-aged children and rising kindergarteners.

June 1–19, 2026 | Camp hours 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.; extended care available 8:00–9:00 a.m. and 1:00–4:00 p.m. · 3-6 years

Kindergarten Program (ages 5-6)

A full-day kindergarten that combines academics with personal growth and spiritual formation, including literacy, math, science and faith integration.

Monday–Friday | 8:15 a.m. – 2:45 p.m. · 5 years - 5 years 11 months

Preschool Program (3-4 year olds)

The Preschool Program encourages children to explore, create, and grow, blending discovery with faith-based guidance and structured learning in early literacy, math, art and fine-motor skills.

Monday–Friday | Choose 3–5 days | 8:50 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. · 3 years - 3 years 11 months

Pre‑Kindergarten Program (4-5 year olds)

The Pre-K Program bridges preschool exploration and kindergarten readiness with structured rotations in writing, literacy, math and art, plus free and outdoor play.

Monday–Friday | Choose 4–5 days | 8:50 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. · 4 years - 4 years 11 months

Toddlers

Grow friendships and reach new milestones together; build language skills and budding independence through hands-on activities and play.

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