Pre-K Programs in San Mateo for Kindergarten Readiness

Our Pre-K program builds confidence, independence, and school-readiness through hands-on learning and social-emotional growth.

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Confident Hearts, Curious Minds

Our Pre-K program bridges the gap between preschool and kindergarten with a focus on advanced pre-literacy, pre-math, science, and social-emotional skills. Children learn to work independently and collaboratively, preparing for a smooth transition to elementary school.

The STEAM curriculum in Pre-K deepens their inquiry, creativity, and resilience, fostering problem-solving, teamwork, and innovation.

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How Pre-K Students Engage with STEAM

Pre‑K students participating in a hands-on science activity exploring life cycles and cause and effect at Kids Konnect
Science
Exploring life cycles, simple experiments, cause and effect.
Pre‑K student using toy phone and cash register to explore technology concepts through imaginative role play at Kids Konnect
Technology
Intro to computers, interactive learning games.
Pre‑K children collaborating on a ramp-building activity during an early engineering challenge at Kids Konnect
Engineering
Group building challenges, bridges, and basic design thinking.
Two Pre‑K girls showing off face paint as part of a mixed media art and storytelling project at Kids Konnect
Art
Mixed media art projects, storytelling through illustration.
Pre‑K boy focused on writing numbers and practicing sequencing during a math activity at Kids Konnect
Math
Graphing, simple addition/subtraction, sequencing, and categorizing.
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Children graduate from our program with strong academic and social readiness skills that set them up for success.

A Day in the Life of a Pre-K Student

Our big kids enjoy a structured routine that balances active exploration with rest and comfort:

Time Activity
7:30 – 9:00 AM Arrival, free exploration, literacy activities
9:00 – 09:30 AM Morning Snack
9:30 – 10:00 AM Morning meeting: Letter sounds, numbers, classroom news
10:00 – 10:45 AM Project work: STEAM challenges and cooperative learning
10:45 – 11:30 AM Outdoor learning, nature walks
11:30 – 12:30 PM Lunch and peer interaction
12:30 – 2:00 PM Quiet time or individual reading
2:00 – 3:00 PM Fine arts, science experiments, thematic lessons
3:00 - 3:30 PM Afternoon Snack
3:30 – 5:30 PM Outdoor play and wrap-up activities

Why Families Choose Our Pre-K Programs

  • 1:7 teacher-to-child ratio for personalized care.
  • STEAM-based, play-driven curriculum that builds a love of learning while preparing children for kindergarten and beyond.
  • Strong focus on early literacy and math skills, integrated naturally into engaging projects and hands-on activities.
  • Daily opportunities for creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration, promoting independence and curiosity.
  • Balanced schedule of structured learning, free play, outdoor exploration, and rest time to support the whole child.
  • Emphasis on social-emotional growth, including conflict resolution, empathy, and classroom community building.
  • Teachers who observe, guide, and adapt to each child’s pace, ensuring they are challenged but never overwhelmed.
  • Kindergarten readiness skills are embedded in everything we do—from taking responsibility for belongings to expressing ideas clearly.
  • Regular communication with families, including curriculum updates, progress reports, and snapshots of your child’s day.

FAQ's

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What makes your Pre-K programs in San Mateo best for preparing kids for kindergarten?
Our Pre-K programs in San Mateo combine structured early childhood education with hands-on STEAM, pre-literacy, and social-emotional growth. All this helps children enter kindergarten confident and capable.
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What are pre-K classes like at Kids Konnect?
Pre-K classes follow a balanced schedule: literacy, math, science projects, outdoor play, rest, and creative arts. Teachers guide students in group and individual tasks.
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How do you define “early childhood education” in your Pre-K programs?
It means more than academics. We focus on curiosity, collaboration, independence, emotional intelligence, and readiness skills through age-appropriate experiences.
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How large are your Pre-K programs? What is the class size?
We maintain a 1:7 teacher-to-child ratio to ensure each child receives individual attention while also engaging with peers in collaborative learning.
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How do you handle the transition from preschool to Pre-K in San Mateo?
Our curriculum bridges preschool and kindergarten. We introduce pre-literacy and pre-math skills, promote independence, and encourage social-emotional growth so children are ready for the next step.
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What should parents expect from a day in your Pre-K class?
A typical day includes morning meeting, project work, outdoor learning, arts & science experiments, snack/rest times, and opportunities for peer interaction and creative play.

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