St. Stephen's Preschool
67 W. Washington Ave.
Bethlehem, PA 18018-2433
610-865-1435
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Established in 1970.
Now educating the 2nd generation!

All teachers are certified in CPR and first-aid, and have received PA criminal and child abuse clearances.

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"St. Stephen's Preschool has been part of our lives for roughly 8 years while they've educated, nurtured and guided our three boys. The entire staff goes above and beyond to keep the kids engaged while they learn and have fun in a safe environment. Our boys were well-prepared for Kindergarten and beyond. They say it takes a village to raise a child and I could not be happier that this preschool is part of our village."
- Sarah & Eric McCauley

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General Information

EACH CLASS PERIOD begins with intermittant free play, followed by circle time that includes reciting the Pledge of Allegiance, singing God Bless America, calendar, story, music, and other activities. Many of the activities are related to the daily themed project. Before going home, the children have snack time, then play on their own until dismissed.

CHILDREN AGED 3 or 4 years by October 1, or 2 years by June 1 may be enrolled in the program.

We have OPEN ENROLLMENT throughout the year. To enroll your child, complete the appropriate registration form and mail it to or drop it off at the preschool.

Although, we prefer your child to be POTTY TRAINED when they enter the program, they don't have to be, and the teachers will cooperate with you during the potty training phase.

COMMUNICATION between teachers and parents is integral to the success of the program. If there is anything we need to discuss with you concerning your child, it is always done with a phone call or face-to-face conversation at the preschool. To keep you abreast of what's happening at the preschool, monthly newsletters are sent home that include a daily activity calendar, upcoming events, items needed for preschool activities, school closings, and general information. We also relay important information on this website and our Facebook page.

The SAFETY of the children in our care is our number one prority. The building has a security sytem with cameras and video monitoring, and the doors are always locked. To gain entrance, you must ring the buzzer and provide a password. Your child must be accompanied by an adult when dropped off to the teacher, and will only be dismissed by the teacher to the same or other adult cleared to pick up your child.

Preschool Curriculum
for All Age Levels

    At each level, our goal is to add to and enahnce your child's knowledge, talents and skills in preparation for entering Kindergarten. The curriculums for all age levels center around monthly themes demonstrated through reading, the arts, and STEM activities.
    Each class provides large group time and small group time. Individual time with the teachers is spent working on the themed project of the day, with the teachers assisting the children in manipulation skills, mental development and work habits.
    As we understand the importance of learning through play, the children are also given time on their own in an activity they choose, such as playing with manipulatives, doing an art project, looking at books, and play-acting. Through these various activities, the children learn how to be social with and how to get along with others. During snack time, we encourage their self-help skills by allowing the children to take turns pouring water, collecting garbage, and being the "line leader".

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Preschool Curriculum
for Each Age Level

TWO YEAR OLD CLASS
     We understand this may be the first time your child is away from you and we want your two year old to feel secure at the school. We do this by providing a warm, welcoming environment, along with ample time for social and emotional development, and time for self-expression through art, music and movement. In the beginning of the year, we have fun with the children in learning colors and shapes. Later in the year, we begin to learn numbers and letters.

THREE YEAR OLD CLASS
     In the three year old class, we begin to see friendships forming and we encourage their social and emotional development. Throughout the year, the children learn to identify their names, numbers and letters, learn their address, and to follow direction. Through art and music, the children develop and grow in their self-expression. In all their activities, we work on developing their fine motor skills and eye-to-hand coordination.

FOUR YEAR OLD CLASS
     This being their last year in the program, the four year old class's curriculum is specifically Kindergarten-Ready. Building upon what they have already learned, we provide an enhanced environment in which they acquire further skills needed to succeed in Kindergarten. As well as helping them continue their progress in developing their social and emotional skills, on a daily basis the children practice printing their name, learn basic math, and improve their reading and literacy skills. On a weekly basis, we focus on a letter of the alphabet. Each child has their own alphabet book in which they practice printing the upper and lower case of the letter and glue pictures into the book of pictures brought from home that represent the letter.