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.
- **NEW** There is a two-day and a three-day option for the PK3 Program. The two-day class meets Tuesdays and Thursdays and the three-day class meets Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Both formats meet from 9:00-11:30am.
- 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.
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
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PK 4 (M-F )
9AM-2PM
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EK (M-F)
8AM-2PM
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K (M-F)
7:40AM-2PM
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| Before Care Eligible | X | X | ||
| Bus Eligible | X | X | ||
| Daily Specials | X | X | X | |
| Field Trips | X | X | X | X |
| Full-Time Teacher | X | X | X | X |
| Full-Time Teacher Assistant | 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