6 weeks and Up

Early Childhood

Cultivated, inspired, and rooted from the start. At St. Mark's, children as young as six weeks old learn through play, wonder, and discovery, all while encountering God's Word in the stories, songs, and care that fill their days.

Baby lying on a carpeted floor next to a colorful activity cube and a star-shaped toy in a play area

Cultivated, inspired, and rooted from the start.

At St. Mark's, children as young as six weeks old learn through play, wonder, and discovery, all while encountering God's Word in the stories, songs, and care that fill their days.

Infants & Toddlers

At St. Mark's, education begins when children walk into our classrooms. The littlest learners in our infant room are in the most rapid phase of growth and learn with every interaction with our staff. Our infant classroom is designed to help our little blessings develop their language through songs, books, and one-on-one interactions multiple times a day. Their sensory needs are met through a variety of manipulatives that are rotated throughout the day. Our little blessings also have the opportunity to develop fine and gross motor skills with our staff as they play on the floor or bounce in an exersaucer.

Woman in green shirt holding smiling baby in a brightly colored daycare room with chairs and toys

Preschool at St. Mark's

Pointing Little Hearts to Jesus

Every day includes "Jesus Time," when children encounter Bible stories through storytelling, flannel boards, role-playing, and puppets. On Wednesdays, preschoolers join K-8 students for chapel in the Worship Center, worshiping alongside older students as part of the larger St. Mark's community.

Learning to Love Others

St. Mark's preschoolers learn to cooperate, show empathy, and respect those around them. Teachers model and guide these interactions throughout the day. The school-wide Friendzy curriculum provides a shared language and framework for building relationships, developing emotional awareness, and growing in Christ-like character.

Play with a Purpose

Children learn through hands-on play that has a plan behind it, encouraging curiosity, creativity, and discovery. Teachers guide their exploration with sensory experiences and thoughtful questions, helping children practice critical thinking, solve problems, and develop a deeper understanding of the world around them.

Room to Create & Move

Children explore a variety of art media and express themselves through singing, dancing, and instruments. Spacious indoor areas give them room for games and large-motor activities, and a fenced outdoor area offers fresh air, creative play, and exercise.

Memorable moments along the way.

There's plenty for preschoolers to look forward to throughout the year. Special events, field trips, celebrations, and time with the larger St. Mark's community give children a chance to experience school beyond their everyday routines. Highlights include:

A trip to the pumpkin patch
Children's Christmas services
Purina Farms field trip
Mother's tea
Move-Up ceremony
Theme days

Children playing and laughing together in a snowy outdoor area wearing winter clothes and gloves

Hear From an Early Childhood Parent

We are so grateful to have our child at St. Mark’s. The staff are caring, attentive, and truly treat the children like family. We feel confident knowing our child is safe, happy, and well cared for each day.

St. Mark's, Parent

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Come See a Day at St. Mark's

Choosing an Early Childhood program is personal. A visit gives you the opportunity to meet Principal Megan Deines, step into classrooms, ask your questions, and see whether St. Mark's feels like the right place for your family.

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