A co-educational, non-sectarian, independent school serving grades PreK through 8th since 1982

Kindergarten

Learning. Laughter. Discovery. Kindergarten at ACDS encompasses the creative play of childhood and learning opportunities designed to enrich the whole child.

The ACDS Kindergarten program features small class sizes enabling our dedicated teachers to provide individualized attention. Kindergarten at ACDS features a wide range of activities that engage the spectrum of developmental skills critical to later academic success: pre-academic practice, self-care, focus and self-control, social interaction, sensory-motor progression — and fun!

Our two veteran teachers create a joyful, safe learning environment that includes circle time, instructional centers and self-directed tasks.

Overview

Class Schedule

  • Monday-Friday 8 am-2 pm with an optional hour of supervised, child-directed play
  • Optional extended care through Apple Tree is available from 3 pm-6 pm

Teachers

  • Experienced and credentialed teachers supported by regular visits to our full-time Librarian, Science Specialist, and Musical Movement teachers.
  • 12:1 student to teacher ratio.

 

Kindergarten friends
“If I had influence with the good fairy who is supposed to preside over the christening of all children, I should ask that her gift to each child in the world be a sense of wonder so indestructible that it would last throughout life."
— Rachel Carson

Ready for Kindergarten?

If you are wondering if your child is ready for Kindergarten, we can help. In addition to resources on our website, we offer assessments to help you make the best decision for your child.