OUR PROGRAMS
Kindergarten
Our program fosters budding literacy development and provides a variety of opportunities to experience the enjoyment and usefulness of reading and writing.
Play continues to provide a strong path to learning and the mastery of important skills. Activities are filled with hands-on experiences and active exploration, allowing for investigation and creativity. Different levels of ability and learning styles are expected, appreciated, and considered as we enhance each child’s confidence, autonomy, and sense of self.
Word Work Daily Routine
A daily whole group interactive phonological awareness and phonics program that helps students master and internalize the basic foundational skills needed for reading.
Daily Calendar Routine
A daily whole group time dedicated to helping students internalize and master many of the fundamental math concepts outlined by the Virginia Standards of Learning including: patterns, counting, money, and number sense.
KinderLiteracy
Literacy Units designed to engage and foster readers built upon a weekly theme with essential questions, focus standards, comprehension, story element applications, real life connections, stimulating vocabulary and linked writing. Literacy Units will also integrate Social Studies and Science concepts required by the Virginia Standards of Learning. Small group guided reading and learning centers will be planned, incorporated, and differentiated according to student needs. The teachers incorporate Science of Reading strategies as well to enhance student learning strategies.
KinderMath
These Units encourage guidance from the teacher while students teach and learn math through hands-on and engaging math activities with their partners. KinderMath incorporates many different manipulatives and games, gets kids talking about math, provides fun and engaging activities, and promotes critical thinking.
We maintain a 8:1
Student-Teacher ratio
Our Kindergarten encompasses all areas of study as outlined by the Virginia Standards of Learning. We provide excellent preparation for first grade in a small-class setting. We follow the same testing standards and SOL preparation used by Chesapeake Public Schools.
Program Highlights
Using the Virginia Early Learning & Development Standards as a guide, teachers create a classroom filled with engaging activities to develop the following skills:
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Improve reading comprehension
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Advance reading strategies
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Promote writing development
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Explore word study and phonemic awareness
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Develop spelling skills
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Progress fine motor manipulative skills
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Foster independent reading
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Introduce number concepts and counting to 100
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Follow routines and directions independently
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Progress gross motor strength and coordination
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Model Christian values
YOUR CHILD'S:
Physical Needs
are met by daily play on a safe, well-equipped playground and through classroom activities.
Spiritual Needs
are met by daily devotions, prayers, and incorporation of God into daily discussions.
Emotional Needs
are met by daily routines, small and large group activities, and modeling techniques to promote self-regulation and respect for others.
Kindergarten Classes
Monday - Friday
16 students per class
9 am - 2 pm
$424/month
Register for the 2026-2027 School Year
All registration is done online. We will post a link here and on our social media on the day registration opens, on the following dates:
Wednesday, January 7th - Current Preschool Families
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Wednesday, January 14th - GBPP Alumni and Great Bridge Presbyterian Church Members
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Wednesday, January 21st - Registration opens to the General Public
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Please be advised that we can only guarantee a spot for your child once you have filled out the registration form and paid your non-refundable registration fee of $170. Early registrations will not be accepted. If you would like an email with the registration link sent to you the morning registration opens, please let us know.
"GBPP has made an incredible impact on their lives and our family as a whole through the care they put into instruction and care of our children’s wellbeing.
My oldest was more than prepared for first grade and our youngest will attend kindergarten here next year due to the trust we have in the school."
- GBPP Parent
At Great Bridge Presbyterian Preschool, it's easy to stay connected.
We use the Brightwheel app to communicate throughout the school year, including during the summer before school starts.
You can update all of your student's information, including who is allowed to pick up your child, medical information, and more. All registration, billing, financial transactions, and parent communication are conducted through Brightwheel.
