4 Years Old PRE-K

To ensure that your child is ready for kindergarten, we have a state-funded Pre-k program.  We meet or exceed strict standards for Pre-k program components, curriculum and assessments, and teacher and assistant teacher credentials.  School readiness is important, and it helps set your child up for a lifetime of academic success. 

Putnam County Schools (PCS) provides a 6.25 hour instructional day, 4 days a week.  Extended before and after care are also available. 

WCDC provides before and after care to our enrolled Pre-k students Monday through Friday.  Pre-K is Monday through Thursday 8:15 AM to 2:30 PM.  Because PCS provides a “free” Pre-K program, the Pre-k children may pack their meals. 

Breakfast and lunch are served during Pre-k hours.  Meals are included in your fees for Friday full day care. 

Our Curriculum

The foundation of our pre-k curriculum is Learning Beyond Paper.  It is a curriculum that aligns with Head Start, CLASS, and West Virginia Early Learning Standards in helping your child develop the skills needed for school. 

Your pre-k student will love all the planned, fun experiences in language, math, science, social studies, music, art, and so much more! 

Goals of the Pre-K Program:

  • Social-Emotional Development

      • Promote sense of self 
      • Encourage responsibility for self and others 
      • Encourage social behavior 

  • Physical Development

      • Promote gross motor and fine motor skills 

  • Cognitive Development

      • Promote learning and problem-solving skills 
      • Encourage logical thinking 
      • Promote representational and symbolical thinking

  • Language Development

      • Develop listening and speaking skills 
      • Grow reading and writing skills