Preschool
Guided by loving and talented experts in early childhood education, Villa Academy’s Preschool students learn through inquiry-based, purposeful play. Our youngest learners are encouraged to wonder often, ask multiple questions, work through complex problems, iterate to find solutions, and collaborate with classmates to joyfully discover and deepen their learning.
“My name is Heidi Goldsmith and I am beginning my 17th year at Villa. I am an experienced educator with over 16 years in the classroom and 10 years in independent school admissions. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Child Development and a minor in Sociology and Criminology. I believe each child’s educational journey is unique and I am passionate about building and fostering relationships with both children and families alike. Early childhood education plays such a vital role in children’s development, while providing a strong foundation for later academic, social, and emotional growth. I love that I have the privilege of being such an instrumental part in our youngest learners' beginnings.”Heidi Goldsmith
Early Childhood Education Coordinator
Curiosity & Joy
Curiosity, engagement, and joy are hallmarks of Villa’s Preschool, as students build numeracy skills, lay the foundations for understanding letter and sound correspondence, and learn to name their feelings, navigate social situations, and create a classroom community together. Intentionally designed learning spaces provide rich opportunities for students to create, investigate, design, and think critically. Following these thoughtful, foundational years, our Preschool students are more than ready to don their Villa Academy uniforms and thrive in Kindergarten and beyond.
At Villa Academy, we are growing confident young minds with strong moral character who are prepared to make a difference. Our inquiry-based approach to education balances theory with experience, pairing student-centered academic excellence and whole child wellness with our values of growth, justice, and student agency.
The amazing teachers, who truly know my child, the hands-on learning with academics woven throughout the entire day, and the intentional focus on the social-emotional development of each child has given my son a solid start to his educational journey. As a parent I am forever grateful.preschool parent
2024-25 Preschool Schedule
All Preschool (Threes, Fours, & Fives) | Time |
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Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday Wednesday |
8:30 AM - 3:00 PM 8:30 AM - 2:15 PM
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Our Preschool Program at a Glance:
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Early childhood experts foster purposeful play through age-appropriate, inquiry-based instruction.
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Foundational literacy and numeracy skill instruction delivered in small groups, supporting the learning needs of each child.
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Social-emotional skill development interwoven throughout all subject areas.
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Pre-kindergarten curricular focus across two or three Preschool years to address each child’s individual Kindergarten pathway.
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Positive classroom communities encourage a growing awareness of the community within and beyond Villa.