St. Luke’s Preschool follows the Reggio Emilia  approach. This unique learning environment supportsa student-centered educational philosophy that emphasizes self-directed learning and collaboration. Our preschool is a multi-aged program centered on the whole child in a faith-filled, nurturing environment.

St. Luke’s Preschool was established in 1994 for children 3-5 years of age (all students in the preschool must turn 3 before September 1 of the year entering to be eligible for admission). The school is in the former Cross and Passion Sisters convent, directly across the street from the main school. Full renovated, we are blessed with two large classrooms, a full kitchen and multiple bathrooms. 

Our Preschool is staffed by two teachers and and 2 teacher assistants. 

We offer both half days (mornings 8:15-11:15) and full days, most of our students attend for 5 full days. We require three-year-old’s to attend a minimum of 2 days (T and Th) and 4-year old’s attend a minimum of 3 days (M-W-F).

Our certified teachers provide opportunities that capture the curiosity and wonderment of children. We value, support, and document each child’s learning while providing materials that foster creativity, the expression of ideas and feelings, all within our STREAM based curriculum.

The teacher’s role in a Reggio classroom is to listen, watch and interpret the child’s interactions with peers and with materials and then carefully select offerings that will extend the child’s interest, engagement, and growth.

The Reggio curriculum focuses on sharing the natural world with children and their connection to it in playful ways. Exploration, investigation, and deep thinking are encouraged while promoting essential skills for learning. Children gain confidence and develop a sense of community as they participate in interactive activities.

For more information and/or a tour of our Preschool contact our Principal, Nicole Varone: nvarone@stlukesri.org or call (401) 246-0990.