Early Education (Toddler - TK)
 Early Education Director - Cheryl Curtis
Welcome to Hillcrest Christian Early Education!
My name is Cheryl Curtis, and I have been privileged to serve the Hillcrest Christian School community since 2021. I started working with children in after-school programs while I was in high school, and during that time, I developed a heart and passion for working with children in Early Education. I completed my Bachelor's degree in Child Development in 2011, and while I was in college, I spent a tremendous amount of time working with children ranging from ages six weeks to three years old. When the Lord brought my family to Hillcrest, I had no idea how God would grow and develop me as an educator, a parent, and a child of God. Hillcrest has become our second home, and I am beyond grateful to be a part of this Christ-centered team! Thank you for taking the time to get to know us, and I look forward to getting to know your family as we partner together in your child’s education! The staff have been such an enormous blessing to us, and the school has provided so much more than we could have ever expected. Not only is it a loving and nurturing environment for our son, but one where he is continuously learning and thriving. Our ProgramsWe believe that every child is unique and a special gift from God. It is our privilege to teach our Little Saints they are loved and cared for by our Lord Jesus Christ. Our program focuses on helping your child develop in all areas; physical, emotional, social, intellectual, and spiritual.
Our teachers provide a creative program that encourages each student's curiosity and growing independence ages Infant through Transitional Kindergarten. 2023 - 2024 Early Education Student Handbook:
2023 - 2024 Early Education Tuition Rates:
2023 - 2024 Supply Lists:
Mommy & Me (0 - 2 years)
Sprouts (18 months - 3 years)
Saplings (3 - 4 years)
Transitional Kindergarten (4 - 5 years)
Mommy & Me (0 - 2 years) Mommy & Me (0 - 2 years)
Sprouts (18 months - 3 years) Sprouts (18 months - 3 years)
Our Sprouts are little explorers, busy discovering the world God created around them! Our Bible-based curriculum facilitates language and social-emotional development. The staff works together to plan open-ended activities that promote learning and encourage creativity. - Developing communication skills through sign language - Open-ended activities and exploration Saplings (3 - 4 years) Saplings (3 - 4 years)
Our Saplings class offers children a loving environment to learn and explore! Our Bible-based curriculum facilitates social-emotional, language, and physical development while introducing children to pre-academic concepts. Teachers collaboratively plan sensory experiences and activities that encourage learning and creativity in play. - Christian character modeling - Dramatic play experiences - Building peer relationships - Academic foundational skills - Encouraging self-help life skills Transitional Kindergarten (4 - 5 years) Transitional Kindergarten (4 - 5 years)
Our TK Class provides an encouraging and fun environment for children as they work towards Kinder readiness. Teachers carefully choose activities that promote learning in exciting and creative ways. Our Bible-based curriculum fosters social-emotional development and pre-academic skills that will help children to be successful in years to come. - Kindergarten preparation - Learning opportunities that emphasize core academic concepts, social interaction, and Christian character - Hands-on learning experiences |
FEATURING
- Toddler Development
- Creative Activities - Motor Development - Caring and Nurturing Atmosphere - Age-Appropriate Chapels - Academic Learning Environment - Christian Character Development - Pre-reading Skills - Reading Readiness - Math Readiness - Number sense skills and strategies - Science Exploration - Art - Music and Movement -Kindergarten Preparation - Educational Field Trips - Transitional Kindergarten - Summer Camp Infant/Toddler License #566216017 Preschool License #566215987 GET IN TOUCH
We welcome the opportunity to show you around our campus and share with you all the things that make Hillcrest Christian School so special. Please sign up for a Campus Tour. You may also call our Early Education office at 805-497-7501 Ext. 1100. | ||||||||||||||||||
I cannot tell you what an incredible impact Hillcrest Christian has made on my children. The community has been everything to us. Their social emotional skills have blossomed ten fold since starting. You have provided a solid foundation and safe space for us during an extremely uncertain time in the world.
- The Murray Family
