Frequently Asked Questions

  • Do you have a full-day enrollment option?

    5-day full-time Fall 2024-2025 enrollment is OPEN with limited part-time spots available. Contact us for a tour and more info!

  • Do you have a Summer program?

    Our year-round preschool program will start in Fall 2024!

  • Does my family need to be a member of the church to enroll?

    No, you do not need to be a member of St. John Lutheran Church to attend our program.

  • What will the hours of operation be for the Fall 2024 program?

    St. John Christian Preschool will be open Monday-Friday from 7:30 am - 4:30 pm.

    Full-day: 8:00 am - 3:30 pm

    Part-day: 8:00 am - 11:30 am

    *Extended day options available

  • What would a typical morning look like for my preschooler?

    While the preschool schedule may vary, here’s a typical morning schedule:

    8:15 am - Circle time/welcome

    8:30 am - Morning activities (stations: art, literature, science, name practice, etc.)

    9:15 am - Outside/gym

    10:15 am - Snack

    10:30 am - Storytime/theme lesson

    11:00 am - Free play

    11:30 am - Part day pick up

  • Are there scholarship opportunities?

    We believe that all children should have equal access to the amazing benefits that early childhood education can provide.

    If the costs of enrollment are a barrier, please feel free to schedule a tour and/or email the preschool and we would be happy to discuss scholarship options that work for you and your preschooler.

  • What are your tuition rates?

    Monday-Friday 8:00 am-3:30 pm = $825/month

    Monday-Friday 8:00 am-11:30 am = $450/month

    *Extended-day pricing varies.

    Contact psdirector@stjohnfargo.com for more info!

  • Will my preschooler learn handwriting principles?

    Yes! St. John Christian Preschool teaches handwriting through the Handwriting Without Tears® method. This method provides instruction on hand dominance, prewriting strokes, forming basic shapes, body awareness, and developing boundary awareness through gross and fine motor activities.

  • Are staff trained in the Nurtured Heart Approach?

    All staff members of St. John Christian Preschool complete continuing education in Nurtured Heart Training within their first three months at the preschool. It is an ongoing priority of this preschool to recognize the success and achievements of your preschooler as well always being clear about appropriate behaviors and helping pull your preschooler into new patterns of success.

  • Can I enroll my child after the school year has already started?

    We are not yet at maximum capacity so yes, we will accept midyear enrollments.

  • Will my child get a nap each day?

    We will have a designated “rest” time every day. This will include an hour of dimmed lights and quiet activities or books.

    Children can lie down for a nap if desired or requested by their family.