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Class & Specialty Information
Preschool Class Information
Little Miracles Class
16 Months(approx) to 28 months by September 1st
Mondays 9:00 - 11:10 AM
You and your child will experience and create art projects together along with enjoying music, story time, and gym time. Parents will also have the opportunity to discuss parenting topics. This class is a great way to introduce preschool to your child and make connections with other FPCS families. Parent or other adult is asked to accompany child in class.
Beginners Class
2 years old by June 1st
Tues/Thurs Or Wed/Fri 8:40 to 11:10 AM
Tues/Thurs 12:40 to 3:10 PM
This class offers a child his or her first independent experience. They will explore art, music, story time and more. Toilet training should be in progress, but does not need to be completed.
Preschool Classes
3 years old by September 1st
Mon/Wed/Fri Or Tues/Thurs 8:40 to 11:10 AM
Mon/Wed/Fri 12:40 to 3:10 PM
A full early childhood program including language development, music, art, Bible stories and Christian character building. Children in these classes must have completed toilet training.
Pre-Kindergarten
4 years by September 1st
Mon-Thurs 8:40 to 11:10 AM
Mon-Thurs 12:40 to 3:10 PM
This class is intended to prepare students for Kindergarten. This class gives your child the opportunity to develop reading and writing skills in our language arts program. Hands-on math, science, art, Spanish and music are included. Christian character building and Bible memory verses are a weekly emphasis. With this class your child may move on to Kindergarten or Junior K as determined by a readiness review.
New! All Day Option: Mon-Fri 8:40am to 3:10pm
Our Fine Arts Enrichment afternoon program extends the morning into a full day program with further language development, knowledge, and exploration in the areas of music, fine art, dance, and drama. Specialists are involved in many of these subject areas.
Junior Kindergarten
4 ¾ - 5 years by September 1st
Mon – Thurs 8:40 to 11:10 AM
Mon – Thurs 12:40 to 3:10 PM
This class is intended to prepare students for Kindergarten. This class gives your child the opportunity to develop reading and writing skills in our language arts program. Hands-on math, science, art, Spanish and music are included. Christian character building and Bible memory verses are a weekly emphasis.
New! All Day Option: Mon-Fri 8:40am to 3:10pm
Our Fine Arts Enrichment afternoon program extends the morning into a full day program with further language development, knowledge, and exploration in the areas of music, fine art, dance, and drama. Specialists are involved in many of these subject areas.
Enrichment Classes
Friday Enrichment - Fridays 8:40- 11:10 AM
This class may be added to a Preschool (3 year olds), Pre-K, or Junior K class. Children will have fun exploring and developing an appreciation for art, drama, science, cooking and Spanish!
Music Enrichment - Tues/Thurs 12:40 to 3:10 PM
This class may be added to a Preschool (3 year olds), Pre-K, or Junior K class. Children will have fun exploring and developing an appreciation for music! Lunch Club may be added to this class for a full day experience on Tuesdays and Thursdays for children who already attend a morning class those days.
K-5 Grammar School Class Information
Full Day Kindergarten
5 years or more by September 1st
Mon – Fri 8:30 AM to 3:20 PM
Building on the preschool program’s foundation for learning, our kindergarten program offers a creative learning environment with an intentional focus on language, literacy and numeracy: reading, writing, spelling, math, science, history and Bible. Learning is enriched through focused instruction with specialists in music, art, Spanish and physical education. A creative, nurturing and sequential learning environment promotes character development through a Biblical worldview.
1st – 5th Grades
Mon – Fri 8:30 AM to 3:20 PM
Our elementary program builds on the kindergarten foundation by using classical studies to emphasize mastery and skill development in reading, spelling, English, writing, math, science, history and geography. Classical literature selection for all ages emphasizes quality in language, themes, story development and illustrations. Our sequential historical, Biblical spine is the central piece that connects elementary learning into a meaningful whole. Bible, history, literature and art are combined to create an integrated approach to the humanities. Specialists teach music, art, Spanish, Latin and physical education. Opportunities for drama and readers theatre are incorporated into the classroom. Fourth and fifth grade classes learn significant team leadership and project management skills through the Student Leadership Council. This equipping uniquely prepares them with servant leadership skills, presentation opportunities and decision-making processes for their middle school years. A creative, nurturing and intentional learning environment promotes character development through a Biblical worldview.
After School Club:
Mon – Fri 3:20 PM to 5:30 PM
You will have the option to enroll your child(ren) in our after school Club Program which will include fun activities such as Running Club, Chess Club, Science Club, Drama Club, and more!
Specialty Class Information
In addition to the biblically influenced curriculum, our Classical Christian Education includes Specialty Classes for our elementary students, taught by instructors who are truly specialized in their particular field. These arts allow our students to flourish not only academically, but also aesthetically, socially, and physically. To learn about our Specialist Teachers, Click Here!
Spanish/Latin
Students at every grade level are immersed in the Spanish language. Simple, clear, theme-centered language repeated often and rich in environmental cues enable students to access language with confidence. Students also learn in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade, the rudimentary forms of Latin which enrich our English language.
Music
Students learn to build their musical skills at each grade level. From learning beat & rhythm to reading notes and learning instrumental techniques. Students also learn vocal skills, focusing on not only melody but harmony as well.
Drama
We believe drama enables students to express themselves creatively and develop key skills in speech presentation and vocal dynamics.
Art
Students at FPCS will have the opportunity to develop their artistic abilities by becoming familiar with the basic elements of art (line, shape, color, value, space, form and texture). Art history is woven into many classroom projects. Students will be introduced to art movements and styles common to the time period that they are studying in their classrooms. Because FPCS is a Classical Christian School, students will be encouraged to explore their God-given talents as we learn to appreciate and observe His Creation all around us. At times, other studies will be tied into the classroom projects (cultural studies, math, Bible, science and history).
First Presbyterian Church School - 20 Tacoma Ave - Tacoma, Washington 98402 - 253-272-7145
