Preschool & Kindergarten

3 - 6 year olds

The Preschool and Kindergarten program at Hope blends school readiness with playful learning. Children develop strong cognitive, social, emotional, physical, creative, and spiritual foundations to prepare them for lifelong success.

Circle time introduces literacy and numeracy through music, movement, and storytelling.
Play-based learning centers allow children to explore math, science, literacy, and art concepts in hands-on, engaging ways.
Writing and art materials are used daily to develop fine motor skills and creativity.
Games and problem-solving activities help children build cooperation, persistence, and resilience.

In every classroom, play is the pathway to learning—giving children joyful, meaningful opportunities to grow.

Here to Help Your Child Grow

Adelaide

Mensah

Pre-Kindergarten

Joseline

Bosse

Academy

Elham

Rodwam

Pre-Kindergarten

Devonte

Adams

Academy

What Families Can Expect

The consistency, attention, and trusted relationships that make a difference in your child’s earliest years

Health & Safety Practices

We maintain a safe and healthy environment that promotes healthy children and happy families.

Age-restricted ratios ensures children receive the care and attention they need.
Hand washing practices that reduces the spread of infection and illness.
We follow safe sleep practices.
All staff trained in FA/CPR, Administration of Medication & Epi-pen
Rooms are professionally cleaned and sanitized daily.

Group Arrangement

Group
Pre-K
Acadeny

Ratio
1 : 10
1 : 10

Group Size
20
20

Teachers Assigned
2

Consistent & Familiar Care

HCDC strives to provide a predictable environment where babies develop relationships with familiar teachers and families feel confident in the care their children receive.

Our approach emphasizes continuity through consistent staffing, opportunities for daily communication with classroom teachers, and classroom arrangements designed to allow babies to remain with their assigned educators for extended periods.

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Open Door Policy

Families are welcome to visit their child's classroom and spend time with their baby throughout the day. This open-door approach reflects HCDC's commitment to maintaining strong relationships and communication between families and educators.

Explore Our Additional Age Groups

0 - 15
months

3 - 4
year olds

12 - 24
months

3 - 5
year olds

15 - 28
months

4 - 6
year olds

2 - 3
year olds

5 - 12
year olds

See what a little Hope can do:

Our
Beginning

Imagine a small preschool in a church basement that became a growing ministry serving children and families across New Haven.

Read Our Story →

Building
The Future

Discover how Hope provides high-quality, Christ-centered early childhood education through Hope Child Development Center while expanding opportunities for future generations with Legacy Learning Lab and Genesis Education Center.

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Connecting the Pieces

Learn about our early childhood collaborative improving education outcomes for Black and Latino children through sustainable early care businesses in underinvested communities across Connecticut.

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Our Impact

Every child, family, educator, and community partner has a story. See how Hope's mission is creating lasting change through the lives we've touched.

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Get Involved

Whether you're looking to volunteer, partner, give, or pray, there are many ways to become part of Hope's mission and make a difference in the lives of children and families.

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Preschool & Kindergarten