4-Year-Olds

Seniors & VPK Program

Embark on a Journey of Growth: Tailored Enrichment and Specialized Care for Our Senior Preschoolers

Everything we do matters

Soaring to New Heights

The Seniors and VPK programs at Lakeside Christian Academy prepare our students for the adventure of a lifetime: entering elementary  school. Our Seniors approach the world at this age with curiosity and actively enter conversations to discuss ideas, thoughts and observations. They will graduate from our program with all the right skills to hop, skip and jump right into kindergarten!

Make connections between letters and words, words and sentences

Learn letter-sound relationships, sight words and the use of critical thinking skills to make predictions

Learn to express feelings verbally + more

Joyful Learning

A Day in the Life at Lakeside Christian Academy

We provide guidance and support to build on the momentum of our Seniors as they prepare to enter kindergarten. Our robust S.T.E.A.M. curriculum combined with our multi-lingual program, and faith-based foundation will present fresh learning opportunities for our students. Our Seniors are excited for the next challenge and ready to soar to new heights.

Welcome

High five, let’s thrive! We start our day with independent play to  prepare for a fun day of learning

Chapel Time!

“Train up a child in the way he should go, and he will not depart from it”Proverbs 22:6

Making Connections

Together, we’ll recognize relationships among numbers, numerals, and quantities

Fitness through Play

Being outside keeps us fit and helps us learn about nature

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Frequently Asked Questions

Explore FAQs about Lakeside Christian Academy. You've got questions. We've got answers!

What curriculum does the school use?

Lakeside Christian Academy uses the Frog Street Curriculum for Infants through 4-years-old, as well as ABC Jesus Loves Me for our Bible Curriculum.

What hours is your school open?

Our Oakland location is open Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

How many teachers are CPR/First Aid certified?

Every single staff member at Lakeside Christian Academy is First Aid and CPR certified.

Do the children nap?

Absolutely! We believe that children under five years of age need adequate quiet time and/or rest as part of their daily routine. Our programs include quiet time for all our students.

Does the school provide lunch and/or snacks?

Lakeside Christian Academy provides Morning and Afternoon snacks. We ask that parents provide their child’s lunch.

Can my child eat breakfast at school?

Students who are enrolled in our Before Care program are allowed to eat their home-brought breakfast from 7:00 AM - 7:45 AM.

How can I communicate with my child’s teacher?

The success of our program is based on establishing a partnership between our parents and staff. Open and frequent communication will help your child have a positive early learning experience. Teachers and Administrators welcome the opportunity to speak with parents. Drop off and pick up can be a busy time for our teachers. Therefore, we encourage you to make an appointment so that undivided attention may be given to you. Teachers will communicate regularly with parents about their child’s progress and milestones being reached through Brightwheel, an app that connects parents and teachers by enabling digital daily reports, pictures, messages, and more.

When are students required to wear a uniform?

From age one. Children participate in various activities throughout the day, some of which are messy or athletic, and play outdoors daily, weather permitting. Because of this, it’s our policy that students must wear their Lakeside Christian Academy shirts from Monday to Friday. Additionally, no open-toed or open-backed shoes are allowed. The most appropriate shoes for participation in school activities are rubber-soled sneakers with socks.

Do you offer Before and/or After Care?

We sure do! Before Care for all our programs begins at 7:00 AM. After Care varies depending on the program:
Swaddlers-Juniors Programs
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Instructional Hours:
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- After Care: 3:00 PM- 6:00 PM
 
Seniors/VPK 5-Day Program
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Instructional Hours:
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- After Care: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Seniors/VPK 3-Day Program (M, W, F)
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Instructional Hours:
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- After Care: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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