Preschool for 2026-27

Enrollment in  the Preschool programs is open to any student and is not restricted to those residing in the Sauk Prairie School District.  In order to attend Preschool for the 2026-27 school year, students must be age 3 by September 1, 2026 and toilet trained. We offer both a morning and afternoon preschool program.

About Our Preschool Programs

Our mission is to create a welcoming space where curiosity is celebrated, movement is encouraged, and every child has a blast while building the foundation for a lifelong love of learning.

Imagine an environment that is as nurturing as your living room but as exciting as a discovery center. Our preschool is designed to be the perfect bridge between home and school, providing a lively, interactive space where children don't just "go to class"—they embark on a daily adventure.

We believe that learning should be a blast! Our program focuses on the whole child, offering developmentally appropriate guidance to spark progress in five essential areas:

  • Social & Emotional: Building confidence, empathy, and lasting friendships.

  • Cognitive: Engaging with hands-on early learning concepts and problem-solving.

  • Physical & Fine Motor: Developing big-body coordination in the gym and tiny-finger precision through play.

Our days are built on a steady daily routine enhanced by dynamic weekly themes. This structure gives children the security they need to flourish during independent exploration, small group collaborations, and high-energy large group activities.

  • Free Play & Imaginative Play: Child-initiated magic where creativity knows no bounds.

  • Creative Art Exploration: Hands-on projects that celebrate the process over the product.

  • Music & Storytelling: Bringing language to life through rhythm, rhyme, and captivating tales.

  • Gym Time & Movement: Burning off energy and building healthy habits.

Our preschool programs are led by a licensed teacher with quality assistants offering support in all programs.

Preschool Staff

Jill Dederich, Teacher
Preschool Program
608-643-8386 ext 2713

Abby Bennett, Teaching Assistant
Morning Preschool Program
608-643-8386

Christina Brotherton, Teaching Assistant
Afternoon Preschool Program
608-643-8386

Marianne Rauls, Director
Community Education
608-643-8386