Preschool Program
Ages 2.5 to 4 Years
A world designed entirely around learning through play. Our preschool classroom is where children transition from toddlers to independent thinkers, with highly experienced teachers guiding them toward kindergarten readiness.
Play-Based · Socially-Centered · Kindergarten Focused
The Bridge to Big School
Preschool is where explosive energy becomes focused learning. Children are transitioning from parallel play to cooperative play, building friendships, expanding language, and discovering how to think and solve problems. Our highly experienced early childhood teachers are dedicated to preparing your preschooler for kindergarten while honoring the joy of play.
What to Expect
A Day Built Around Play
Our preschool day is structured for predictability and freedom—a balance of guided learning and child-directed exploration.
Seven Learning Centers
Block/construction, dramatic play, sensory, library, art/maker, math, and science—each intentionally designed for different types of growth.
Visual Schedules
Children thrive on predictability. A picture-based schedule helps them understand the flow of the day and what's coming next.
Circle Time (10–15 Minutes)
Songs, stories, group discussions, and weather talk. Short, focused gatherings to practice sitting, listening, and group participation.
Open Centers & Free Play
The largest chunk of the day. Children choose which station to explore, learning to share, negotiate, and collaborate with peers.
Outdoor & Gross Motor
Running, climbing, jumping, and playing on the playground. Large muscle development and energy burn in a safe, supervised environment.
Mealtimes & Self-Help
Snacks and lunch teach independence—opening containers, pouring drinks, clearing plates—all while practicing table manners.
Learning Through Play
Seven Intentional Interest Centers
Each center is carefully designed to spark curiosity, build skills, and prepare children for kindergarten through hands-on exploration.
A Day in the Life
Balanced, Predictable, Joyful
The Heart of Preschool
Social-Emotional Growth (The Biggest Milestone)
This is the age where children shift from parallel play to cooperative play. We focus heavily on sharing, taking turns, identifying big emotions, and learning conflict resolution with teacher guidance. These skills are the foundation for everything that comes next.
My daughter came home speaking in full sentences, telling me about her friends, and asking to help at home. The growth from age 3 to 4 was incredible. She's so excited about kindergarten now.
Who We Are
Globally-Inspired. World-Class. Warmly-Run.
Exploring Minds Academy is a globally-inspired approach to early learning. Led by qualified teachers, we create the right environment to cater to every child's natural zeal for learning—while fulfilling every family's wish to provide the best for their child.
Find Us
Two Locations, One Standard
Colorado — Erie
4051 NE County Line Rd
Erie, CO 80516
Missouri — Parkville
16100 Round Tripper Dr., Suite 120
Parkville, MO 64152
Ready for Preschool?
Set Your Child Up for Kindergarten Success
Schedule a visit to see our preschool classrooms, meet our experienced teachers, and experience how learning through play builds the foundation for academic and social success.