Early Childhood

Why St. Greg's Early Childhood Program?

St. Greg's Early Childhood Program provides a joyful introduction to our school's faith-filled community of learners. Our faith-based community encourages development of the whole child; spiritually, academically, socially, and emotionally. We believe that parents and teachers are partners in a student's education. We value communication, parent involvement and a loving, positive environment to create a sense of belonging. We welcome all to join our school family!

St. Greg's Early Childhood Program includes:

Pre-K 3
Pre-K 4
Early Kindergarten (EK)
Kindergarten (K)

While each program focuses on different age-appropriate curriculum, there are fundamental themes that are consistent throughout. Each program develops a Catholic identity to help prepare students to learn, live and lead as Disciples of Christ.

What is Pre-K 3 at St. Greg's?

Pre-K 3 is a preschool program for children who are 3 years old before December 1st.
Children must be potty-trained to enter this program.
We offer half day and full day options. HALF DAY: T/Th 9-11:30am or M/W/F 9-11:30am. FULL DAY: M-F 9am-2pm

Class size capacity is 13 students.

What is Pre-K 4 at St. Greg's?

Pre-K 4 is a prekindergarten program for children who are 4 years old by December 1st.
Children must be potty-trained to enter this program.
This program runs Monday through Friday from 9:00AM to 2:00PM.
Students are eligible for before-school care starting at 7:30AM for an additional charge.
Students attend daily specials - gym, music and art.
Class size capacity is 18 students.

What is Early Kindergarten (EK) at St. Greg's?

Early Kindergarten is a multi-age (4/5 year old) program that gives the gift of enrichment and time for students before they enter Kindergarten.

Enrichment: For 4/5 year olds who are not Kindergarten eligible but have already completed a year in a 4 year old program. These children will benefit from a blended Pre-K/K curriculum that will challenge them academically while being with a cohort of peers that are Kindergarten bound.

Time: For 4/5 year olds who are Kindergarten eligible but would benefit from an additional year to develop. These children will benefit from a blended Pre-K/K curriculum and give them the time they need to socially, emotionally, and academically thrive the following year in Kindergarten.

This program has a full-time teacher and a full-time teacher assistant.
EK runs Monday through Friday from 8:00AM to 2:00PM.
Students are eligible for before school care starting at 7:30AM for an additional charge.
Students attend daily specials - gym, music and art.
Students are eligible to take the bus if they live within a 15 mile radius of the school and are 5 years old by December 1st.
Contact your school district for more information regarding transportation and see our transportation page.

What is Kindergarten at St. Greg's?

A Catholic faith-based program with a full-time teacher and full-time teacher assistant.

The program runs Monday through Friday from 7:40AM to 2:00PM.
Students attend daily specials - gym, music, computer and art.

Which Program is Best for your child?	PK 3 (M/W/F) (T/Th) 9-11:30AM	PK 3 (M-F) 9AM-2PM	PK 4 (M-F ) 9AM-2PM	EK (M-F) 7:40AM-2PM	K (M-F) 7:40AM-2PM
Before Care Eligible		X	X
After School Care Eligible		X	X	X	X
Bus Eligible				X	X
Daily Specials		X	X	X	X
Field Trips	X		X	X	X
Full-Time Teacher	X	X	X	X	X
Full-Time Teacher Assistant	X	X	X	X	X
Lunch in Cafeteria				X	X
Catholic Faith Based Learning	X		X	X	X

Field Trip Opportunities

At St. Greg's, we believe that hands-on experiences are a great way to engage students. The more involved a student is, the more memorable and joyful their learning experience. Our Early Childhood students attend field trips, host a variety of programs on campus and have partnerships with several community programs.

Kelkenberg Farm
Theater of Youth
Shea's Performing Art Center
Buffalo Zoo
Aquarium of Niagara
Buffalo Audubon Society
Buffalo Museum of Science
Reinstein Woods
Buffalo Philharmonic