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A Welcoming Community Where Children Learn, Laugh and GrowSt. Bernadette offers preschool and pre-K for young learners. Our early childhood program gives children a safe, caring and faith-filled start to their education. Start Your Journey Here
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Every day at St. Bernadette begins with prayer and a warm welcome. Children enjoy circle activities, music, story time and more – all designed to support the whole child. Our teachers create a rhythm that helps children adjust and learn.
Our preschool and pre-K curriculum builds strong early skills in reading, math and language, as well as social-emotional skills. Children learn through free play, hands-on activities and guided lessons. Early literacy is a key focus. Students who come into our kindergarten from our early childhood classrooms are well-prepared and ready to keep learning.
Early childhood students will learn traditional Catholic prayers and hear Bible stories that teach God’s love. Teachers model faith through words and actions in the classroom, so children can see that faith is something they can live joyfully, too.
Here, our early childhood students build friendships, learn to work and play together, and begin exploring the world around them in a safe, faith-filled environment.
At St. Bernadette, teachers guide students to be responsible, kind and confident. Your child will learn how to care for themselves and others. Serving-learning experiences help children grow in compassion, which is part of what makes a Catholic education so valuable.
Our preschool and pre-K curriculum builds strong early skills in reading, math and language, as well as social-emotional skills. Children learn through free play, hands-on activities and guided lessons. Early literacy is a key focus. Students who come into our kindergarten from our early childhood classrooms are well-prepared and ready to keep learning.
Early childhood students will learn traditional Catholic prayers and hear Bible stories that teach God’s love. Teachers model faith through words and actions in the classroom, so children can see that faith is something they can live joyfully, too.
Here, our early childhood students build friendships, learn to work and play together, and begin exploring the world around them in a safe, faith-filled environment.
At St. Bernadette, teachers guide students to be responsible, kind and confident. Your child will learn how to care for themselves and others. Serving-learning experiences help children grow in compassion, which is part of what makes a Catholic education so valuable.
To enroll in preschool, students must be fully toilet trained. Children must be at least 3 years old on or prior to July 31 to enroll in preschool, or 4 years old on or before July 31 to enroll in Pre-K. Capacity for our early childhood classes is limited to 15 for preschool and 20 for pre-kindergarten.
St. Bernadette offers multiple choices for PRESCHOOL for 3 year olds.
Morning classes run from 7:50 a.m. to 11 a.m. Full Day classes run from 7:50 a.m. to 3 p.m.
St. Bernadette offers multiple choices for PRE-K for 4-5 year olds.
Morning classes run from 7:50 a.m. to 11 a.m. Full Day classes run from 7:50 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Pre-K students will wear the St. Bernadette school uniform.
After school care (Tiger Den) is available for preschool and pre-K students from 3:00 -5:00 p.m. Extended Care is not available when school is not in session. A separate registration form and deposit should be submitted.
St. Bernadette offers an exceptional and affordable preschool program. Tuition rates vary depending on the number of days you enroll.
| Grade Level | Class | Tuition | Registration Fee* | Tuition Total (with fees) | Monthly Rate (10 months) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preschool/Pre-K | 3 Day, 1/2 Day | $2,195 | $150 | $2,345 | $235 |
| Preschool/Pre-K | 3 Day, All Day | $3,750 | $150 | $3,930 | $393 |
| Preschool/Pre-K | 5 Day, 1/2 Day | $3,145 | $150 | $3,295 | $330 |
| Preschool/Pre-K | 5 Day, All Day | $5,950 | $150 | $6,100 | $610 |
* Each family is required to pay the $150 registration fee for at least one student per family at the time of registration to reserve space for all students; additional registration fees will be added to remaining tuition payments as reflected in the table above.
** Families registered in one of the 16 Consortium parishes receive a discount beginning in kindergarten.
Note:
• Outstanding tuition balances from prior school year(s) must be paid to be able to enroll for the 2025-2026 school year; re-enrollment records will be blocked until balance has been paid.
• Limited funds are available for preschool and pre-K tuition assistance. Please contact the Consortium office at 402-590-2810 to discuss options and provide your most recent tax return.
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Message From a TeacherPreschool and Pre-K is an exciting milestone for both children and their families, and it is a privilege to be part of these important years of growth and discovery. Our Preschool and Pre-K classrooms are filled each day with laughter, curiosity and meaningful opportunities to grow in faith. One of the greatest joys is witnessing the excitement in a child’s eyes as they learn something new and eagerly share their discoveries with friends and family. These everyday moments of learning help build confidence, creativity and a love of exploration. It is also a blessing to watch our students sing at Mass, pray together and begin to understand the profound truth that Jesus loves them deeply. Through faith, learning and community, we strive to nurture the whole child and create a foundation that will support them for years to come. We’re excited to welcome new families and grow our early childhood program. We invite you to visit our school, meet the teachers and see why we always say “we are blessed at SBS!” Mrs. Inserra, Preschool Teacher Contact Our School |