About Us

· To create an atmosphere where spiritual values are taught and developed

· To encourage and cultivate the unique qualities of each child, as well as respect for self and others

· To provide a developmentally appropriate curriculum which strives to meet the individual needs

· To maintain a positive classroom atmosphere where love of learning is inspired

· To maintain a safe and clean physical environment

· To assist children in exploring and broadening their sense of discovery that fosters creativity

· To develop a child’s receptive and expressive language

· To provide a variety of manipulative activities to enforce mathematical and scientific concepts

· To develop physical coordination with ross and fine motor skills

· To cultivate an understanding and respect for all of Gods creation

· To create an atmosphere of mutual respect between parents and teachers that supports frequent communication to ensure a quality program for each child

· To provide opportunities for teachers to engage in professional development activities and the freedom to create a unique learning experience for children

· To provide leadership and to work with others toward improving the conditions of children and families within our program, our Parish, the local community, our region, and in the world

St. Paul Catholic Preschool has grown in both physical size and number since being established in 1980. Our first classes were enrolled in January, 1981 with the approval of Father Austin Mullen. We started with two classes of three and four year old’s. The Tot Co-Op, a mother’s morning out program for one and two year old’s, was started a year later.

The program has remained current and flexible through the years. We have renovated the building twice, been accredited by NAEYC, become a Gold Star School, and a VPK Provider. Currently the preschool has more than one hundred-twenty students enrolled in eight classes.

Our current staff reflects the impact we have on our parents and students. Nearly all of them, as qualified educators, chose St. Paul to be their children’s first school experience. We are blessed to have such a loving environment in which to work and educate our future leaders.

We are very grateful to have touched the lives of many young children and their families and to help them develop academically, spiritually, socially, and emotionally. It has been our goal to lovingly cooperate with parents and share in the spiritual direction and education of these young children.

St. Paul Catholic Preschool is fully accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Fewer than 10% of American preschools have met the stringent guidelines for facility design, staff qualifications, and programming, as well as health and safety, physical environment and administration. We have also received Florida’s Gold Seal Quality of Care.