Business Details
43 Years
experience
Trusted Preschool Programs in Pittsburgh Since 1983
St Johns Preschool has been nurturing children since 1983 as a ministry of St. John's Lutheran Church of Highland in Pittsburgh's North Hills. Our programs cater to children aged 2 through 5, with age-specific curricula designed to foster mental, social, and physical development through play, arts, music, and structured learning. Our experienced staff, many with decades of service, create a loving environment where children learn at their own pace while building foundational skills for kindergarten. We emphasize parent trust and community, offering flexible class schedules and small group sizes to ensure personalized attention. Our two-year-old program introduces preschool with parent participation, transitioning to independent learning, while older children engage in thematic units, motor skill development, and pre-academic preparation.Enrichment opportunities like music and gym classes enhance sensory and motor development. With tuition rates tailored to program duration and class size, we provide a developmentally appropriate, engaging experience that prioritizes confidence-building and social-emotional growth. Our facility includes playgrounds and gym spaces to support active learning, and we maintain strong family connections through events like Mother's Day Teas and holiday celebrations.
Services
Two-Year-Old Program
Three-Year-Old Class
Four-Year-Old Curriculum
Pre-Kindergarten Prep
Music Enrichment
Gym Activities
Motor Skill Development
Thematic Learning Units
Parent Participation
Enrichment Classes
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We offer age-specific programs with 37-year veteran staff members
- Our transition program prepares two-year-olds for independent learning
- We provide small class sizes with personalized attention
- Our curriculum includes music, gym, and enrichment activities
- We maintain strong family connections through seasonal events
What people say
Loving environment
Experienced teachers
Great kindergarten prep
Strong parent connections
Creative activities
Services
Two-Year-Old Program
This introductory program helps two-year-olds transition to preschool with parent participation. Weekly sessions focus on socialization through play, motor skill development, and early learning concepts. Children attend with guardians in the first semester before transitioning to independent classes.
Three-Year-Old Class
Designed to build cooperation and listening skills through structured play and thematic learning. Focus areas include colors, shapes, letters, and numbers with daily exploration activities. Requires potty training and meets twice weekly in morning or afternoon sessions.
Four-Year-Old Curriculum
Developmentally appropriate program preparing children for kindergarten with literacy, math, and science concepts. Includes teacher-led and independent learning stations, weekly themes, and enrichment options. Offers three-day or four-day program choices with specialized writing instruction.
Music Enrichment
Weekly 30-minute sessions integrating songs, rhythm instruments, and movement activities. Curriculum aligns with classroom themes to reinforce learning through music. Available for three-year-olds through pre-kindergarten students with age-appropriate activities.
Gym Activities
Weekly physical education classes developing coordination and motor skills through games and equipment. Features parachute play, balance beams, and team activities. Designed to enhance physical development for children aged three through five.
People
Jennifer Bolinda
Director
14-year director with experience in early childhood education. Specializes in creating engaging learning environments. Organizes monthly themes and teacher training programs.
Laura Coombs
Financial Secretary
Manages billing and financial operations for the preschool. Provides administrative support and coordinates parent communications regarding tuition matters.
Mrs. Claypool
Teacher Assistant
37-year veteran educator with expertise in creative arts and child development. Leads painting activities and seasonal craft projects for four-year-olds.
Mrs. Ross
Teacher Assistant
25-year staff member working with two and three-year-olds. Focuses on outdoor activities, motor skill development, and parent engagement initiatives.
Mrs. Sundgren
Teacher Assistant
7-year assistant with experience in pre-kindergarten programs. Coordinates swimming activities and supports classroom celebrations and events.
Questions
What age requirements do you have for enrollment?
Children must be 2 years old by program start, with specific cutoff dates for each class level.
Do you require potty training for enrollment?
Three-year-old classes require potty training completion before enrollment.
What curriculum do you use for pre-kindergarten?
Our Pre-K program uses developmentally appropriate practices focusing on literacy, math, science, and social studies concepts.
Are there enrichment programs available?
Yes, we offer music and gym classes weekly, plus an optional enrichment program for four-year-olds.
How do you handle parent communication?
We maintain regular communication through events, classroom visits, and scheduled parent-teacher interactions.
What safety measures are in place?
Our staff maintains child-to-teacher ratios, follows church safety protocols, and provides supervised activities.
