Big futures start with little learners.
Academic excellence. Whole-child development. Joyful learning. Family-owned since 1996.
Preschool is where curiosity becomes confidence. At COA, our Preschool and Pre-K classrooms are designed to give every child the academic, social, and emotional foundation they need to walk into kindergarten feeling ready, excited, and proud.
Through our exclusive Mind & Body Matters™ curriculum, children don’t just learn — they discover. They make friends, solve problems, build independence, and fall in love with learning — all in a warm, safe environment where they truly belong..
Where learning feels like play — because it should.
Our Preschool and Pre-K programs offer the perfect balance of structure and creativity. The STAR Curriculum introduces reading readiness, early math, science exploration, and social studies — all through hands-on, thematic learning that keeps children engaged and excited.
Social problem-solving, leadership, and emotional regulation are woven into every part of the day — because we believe the “whole child” matters just as much as the report card.
STAR Curriculum
Science, Technology, Arts & Research — hands-on academic exploration.
Presidential Fitness
Daily movement, games & activities that build strength and coordination.
Just Read
Bentley leads literacy through custom stories, phonics & imagination.
Apple A Day
Family-style meals, healthy habits & nutrition education every day.
A full year of learning, theme by theme.
Our curriculum follows monthly themes that make every week an adventure:
• September: All About Me & My School
• October: Human Anatomy
• November: Our Community
• December: STEAM
• January: Winter Wonderland
• February: My 5 Senses
• March: Animals & Their Homes
• April: Earth & Environment
• May: Things That Go & Transportation
Each theme includes weekly sight words, letters of the month, shapes, colors, and a monthly moral — from Kindness and Resilience to Cooperation and Environmental Responsibility.
Ready for kindergarten. Ready for life.
Our Pre-K program is intentionally designed to prepare children for the transition to elementary school. Children leave COA with:
• Early literacy skills — sight words, phonics, and a love of reading through our Just Read program
• Math foundations — counting, shapes, patterns, and early number sense
• Social-emotional confidence — managing feelings, resolving conflicts, and building friendships
• Physical readiness — fine and gross motor skills through daily Presidential Fitness and outdoor play
• Healthy habits — nutrition awareness and independence through Apple A Day family-style meals
More than a classroom.
COA preschool families also enjoy:
• Baby Bentley — our cuddly classroom mascot goes home with a different child each week, building responsibility and storytelling skills
• Monthly family events — from Baking with Bentley and Family Fitness Night to PreK Graduation
• Parent-Teacher Conferences — twice a year, so you always know how your child is growing
• Kaymbu App — daily photos, updates, and notes from your child’s teacher
• My COA @ Home — monthly activity recaps to extend learning
beyond the classroom
Your child’s big adventure starts here.
Come take a free tour and see our Preschool and Pre-K classrooms in action. Meet the teachers, watch the curriculum come to life, and see why families across 18 states choose COA.
FAQs
Have questions about our Infant & Toddler Program? We’re here to help. Find answers to common questions about daily routines, curriculum, feeding and diapering, safety, family communication, and developmental milestones. Our goal is to give you the information you need to feel confident in choosing the right early learning environment for your child.
What ages are in the Preschool and Pre-K programs?
Preschool typically serves children ages 3–4, and Pre-K serves children ages 4–5. Exact age groupings may vary by location — contact your local COA school for details.
What is the STAR Curriculum?
STAR stands for Science, Technology, Arts, and Research. It’s the academic core of our Mind & Body Matters™ curriculum — a thematic, hands-on learning program that introduces math, literacy, science, and social studies in an age-appropriate, engaging way.
How do you prepare children for kindergarten?
Our Pre-K program is specifically designed for kindergarten readiness. Children build early literacy through phonics and our Just Read sight word program, develop math skills through STAR Curriculum, and practice the social-emotional skills (like taking turns, managing emotions, and following directions) that teachers say matter most in kindergarten.
What is the Just Read program?
Just Read is COA’s proprietary literacy program featuring Bentley, our beloved mascot. Bentley “reads” custom-written books during group time, making storytime interactive, imaginative, and genuinely exciting for kids. The program builds listening comprehension, vocabulary, and a love of books.
Is there a graduation for Pre-K students?
Just Read is COA’s proprietary literacy program featuring Bentley, our beloved mascot. Bentley “reads” custom-written books during group time, making storytime interactive, imaginative, and genuinely exciting for kids. The program builds listening comprehension, vocabulary, and a love of books.
How do you communicate with parents?
Through the Kaymbu app (daily photos and updates), twice-yearly Parent-Teacher Conferences, monthly My COA @ Home recaps, and regular family events throughout the year.
Do you accept childcare subsidies?
Yes. COA accepts childcare subsidies, CCDF vouchers, and state assistance programs. Every family is welcome — contact your local school to confirm accepted programs in your area.
What makes COA different from other preschools
Our Mind & Body Matters™ curriculum is exclusive to COA — you won’t find it anywhere else. It develops the whole child through four integrated programs: STAR academics, Presidential Fitness, Just Read literacy, and Apple A Day nutrition. Add to that our family-owned culture, 28 years of experience, and genuine community — and COA is more than a preschool. It’s a partner for your family.