A Preschool Experience Built for What Comes Next.
Preschool is a time of growing independence, new friendships, bigger questions and exciting discoveries. At Tadpole Prep, children ages 3–5 learn through play, projects, routines and relationships while building confidence for their next chapter.
Ages 3–5
Growing Confidence, Curiosity & Independence.
Preschool is about more than practicing letters and numbers. It is a time for children to learn how to participate in a group, solve problems, communicate ideas, follow routines, build friendships and discover what they can do.
Confidence
Children gain opportunities to try, practice and take pride in doing more for themselves.
Communication
Books, conversations, songs and classroom experiences help children express ideas and build language.
Friendships
Group experiences give children opportunities to practice cooperation, communication and belonging.
Independence
Routines and age-appropriate responsibilities help children prepare for the next stage of school.
Learning Through Play, Projects & Everyday Experiences.
Language & Early Literacy
Stories, conversations, songs, vocabulary and early literacy experiences.
Number Sense & Thinking
Counting, sorting, patterns, problem-solving and early mathematical thinking.
Social-Emotional Growth
Friendships, communication, routines, confidence and learning to work within a group.
Creative & Physical Development
Art, music, movement, outdoor play, fine-motor practice and hands-on exploration.
Learning Through Experience.
At Tadpole Prep, our Preschool program uses Experience Preschool Curriculum, a research-based curriculum created specifically for children ages 3–5.
Through hands-on experiences with stories, art, music, movement, games, manipulatives and playful exploration, children have opportunities to build skills while doing what young learners do best — experiencing the world around them.
Experience Preschool was previously known as Mother Goose Time. Curriculum details are described by Experience Early Learning. Learn More About Experience Preschool →
- 01Language & Literacy
- 02Math & Reasoning
- 03Science
- 04Social Studies
- 05Creative Arts
- 06Physical Development
- 07Social-Emotional Development
Experience Early Learning describes learning across these areas of early development.
Learning That Little Hands Can Touch.
Preschool learning doesn't have to mean sitting at a desk. Experience Preschool incorporates hands-on materials and activities that give children opportunities to explore ideas through play, conversation, creativity and movement.
What a Preschool Day Can Feel Like.
Preschool days include a balance of routines, active play, creative experiences, group moments and opportunities for children to explore independently and together.
- Arrival & Connection
- Classroom Play
- Stories & Conversation
- Creative Projects
- Hands-On Learning
- Meals & Snacks
- Outdoor Play
- Rest / Quiet Time
- Friendship & Group Experiences
- Parent Communication
These are areas of the day rather than a fixed schedule — every classroom day looks a little different.
Building Skills for What Comes Next.
Readiness is not about rushing childhood. It is about helping children become more confident with routines, communication, independence, relationships and the everyday expectations of a classroom environment.
- Listen
- Communicate
- Participate
- Try
- Create
- Problem-Solve
- Work Together
- Build Independence
These everyday experiences can help children feel more comfortable as they move toward kindergarten and their next school experience.
And Then We Celebrate How Far They've Come.
Preschool graduation is more than a ceremony. It is a chance to celebrate the friendships, growth, confidence and little moments that have shaped a child's Tadpole Prep journey.
For families who have watched their child grow from earlier classrooms into preschool, graduation marks a very special next chapter.
Teachers Who Know the Little Things.
Preschoolers are developing their own personalities, interests and ways of learning. Caring teachers help create the consistency, encouragement and connection children need as they grow.
Meet Our TeachersQuestions to Ask When Choosing a Preschool.
- What does a typical preschool day look like?
- How is learning through play incorporated into the classroom?
- How do teachers support independence?
- What kinds of early literacy and number experiences are introduced?
- How does parent communication work?
- How does the preschool experience support the transition toward kindergarten?
- What does preschool graduation look like?
- What should families bring each day?
We're happy to walk you through what preschool looks like at Tadpole Prep.
Planning for Preschool?
Explore current Tadpole Prep tuition information and learn more about the next steps for your family.
2026–2027 Preschool Tuition
Weekly rates, Monday–Friday.
- 5 Days
- $300
- 3 Days
- $270
- 2 Days
- $250
Age Group: Three’s & Four’s
Looking for Preschool in St. Augustine?
Come see the classroom, meet the Tadpole Prep team and experience the place where your child could learn, build friendships and grow toward their next big chapter.