Kindergarten
Calvary Christian School’s kindergarten program is a full day of learning, enrichment, and fun in a safe environment with caring teachers who provide the framework for academic, physical, spiritual and social activities.
Academically, the children have reading readiness lessons, science units, language skills, and math concepts, such as counting to 100. They also learn number and shape recognition, math readiness skills, phonics sounds, and letter recognition.
Art and writing activities, gym time, and recess involve the fine and motor skills that contribute to physical development.
Spiritual activities include weekly chapel, daily Bible lessons, character development lessons, and relating the wonder of God’s creation in reading enrichment time, their science units, and daily interactions. In our kindergarten classrooms, both the ABEKA curriculum (developed by Pensacola Christian College) and the BJU Press curriculum (developed by Bob Jones University) are used to place a strong emphasis on phonics, reading comprehension, and mathematics. They are superior academic programs enhanced by the Christian philosophy we believe to be necessary for our students.
Music is integrated into lessons through the curriculum and chapel. Weekly Kindermusik sessions are also an option (click on the Arts tab above). Social development is encouraged during a daily playtime, recess, and units in social studies that help the children become aware of the community around them.
Field trips are an essential part of a kindergartener’s learning experiences, such as a trip with their class to a working farm.
Interested families may call 843-650-2829 for further information and/or to schedule a tour.
If you are looking for information about our Patriot Preschool program (K3-K4), click here.
All kindergarten classes spend time two days a week in a structured physical education class with our P.E. coaches.
In addition, recess is considered an important time for
all K5 students to develop and cultivate growing minds and bodies, as well as social and behavioral skills. The Calvary playground has recently been updated with new equipment, including a small basketball court, a soccer field, new swings, and additional jungle-gym equipment.
All students have the opportunity to perform at special events throughout the year, including Grandparents Day and some winter/spring fine arts concerts.
There are additional, optional music programs that students can enroll in, including Kindermusik and private music lessons. Click here for more information on our fine arts opportunities.
There is also our Arts/Activites After School program, which offers a variety of activities led by one of our teachers. Options vary by quarter and may include watercolor classes, cooking classes, archery, fun with LEGOs or slime, woodcrafting, and more.
All K5 students spend time in the school library with our librarian each week for storytime and time to explore our collection of books.
The library collections are separated by grade and reading level for easy access, and age- and reading level-appropriate books are available for our kindergarteners.
Calvary Christian School offers Patriots Club, our after-school care program, for those who need a full day at school (6 p.m. pick-up). The program is directed by qualified and licensed staff and includes time outside, time to work on schoolwork, and time for crafts and other activities. Additional registration and fees apply.
There are also various after-school programs offered as part of our Arts/Activities After School Program that students can sign up for, whether they are enrolled in Patriots Club or not. Some students might also enjoy trying our JumpStart Sports program, led by office manager Ms. Kathy.
View and download the information and registration form for Patriots Club 2023-2024 here.
View the 2023-2024 brochure regarding Jump Start Sports here.
Mr. Huber, Kindergarten Supervisor
Mrs. Moulden, K5
