Preschool
Our Preschool Offers Flexible Programs for Ages 2-4
Pre-K Program
- Full-day program (8 a.m – 3 p.m. M-F)
- Includes snack. Full day program also includes hot lunch M-Th (sack lunch from home on Friday).
- Published curriculum designed specifically for grade-school readiness
- Safe, positive, and supportive environment with a special focus on spiritual development
- The Texas State Department of Family and Protective Services licensed
Ages 2-3 Program
- Full-day (8-3) and half-day (8-12) programs avaiable
- Includes snack. Full day program also includes hot lunch M-Th (sack lunch from home on Friday).
- Exercises and activities designed specifically for children ages 2-3
- Choice of 2, 3 or 5 days for your child to attend (subject to availability)
- Safe, positive, and supportive environment with a special focus on social & emotional development
- The Texas State Department of Family and Protective Services licensed
Each child is a unique creation of God
Each child is a unique creation of God. Young children are curious by nature. They are excited and eager to participate in activities that encourage hands-on experiences. The environment at our preschool is safe, positive, and supportive. We believe in offering full and rich opportunities to develop in each child a love for God, self-esteem, responsibility, and a readiness for life-long-learning that is appropriate to each child.
The mission of St. James’ Episcopal Preschool is to provide a strong Christian and Academic Foundation for preschool age children in a loving, nurturing, family-oriented environment so that they are prepared to be successful grade school students with a love of learning, and the knowledge that Jesus loves them.
Our Roots
St. James’ Episcopal Preschool began in 2000 as a Parent’s Day Out program with church member, Cathy Engel, as the founder and leader of the program. The program operated one morning a week in the fall semester. The spring semester brought a need for a program two mornings a week. In August of 2001, St. James’ became a licensed facility after much hard work by the church’s Day School Committee. Parents now had the option of a Parent’s Day Out that was available five mornings a week. The pattern of growth and development continues with each school year.
In the fall of 2013, the preschool decided to offer our programs for both classes five mornings a week. In the fall of 2016, the preschool opened a full day program in addition to our half-day program. Part-time and full-time options are available depending on the program for which the child is eligible.
Throughout this period of growth, the fundamental principles of the school have been to provide a nurturing, spiritual, developmental program for our communities’ children and families. We have evolved into a preschool program for our older preschoolers, and we have retained our Parent’s Day Out component to serve toddler-age children.
Scholarship
We are now offering a scholarship for graduating seniors that graduated from St. James Preschool!
New Campus
First Light Campus offers morning pre-school to children who are 2-3 years old with an emphasis on developmental needs of children. This includes motor activities, spiritual development, early academic learning and enrichment activities, for example, Spanish, music, art, reading, gardening and special activities each month.
We're now enrolling on a wait list for our Pre-K & 2-3 Year Old Programs
Call now to register- 979-639-1346
Teachers & Staff
Our excellent staff of teachers and administrators each have over 10 years of experience in early childcare education.
Laurie Krupala
DirectorDirector of St James Preschool: Laurie has been director of St. James Preschool since 2014 and a preschool administrator for over 10 years.
Anna Hegar
Director of First Light CampusAnna is a Master's level social worker with 10 year's experience in preschool settings and an evident love for service.
Audrey Eichler
Caterpillars 2/3s TeacherAudrey loves teaching. She has an associates degree in Radiology. She has subbed before and helped with her church in Seguin.
Becky Leer
Cubs 2/3's TeacherBecky has been with the St. James family since 2013 and has an impressive service record of 20 plus years as an educator.
Ashley Abbey
Stars Pre-K TeacherAshley has worked in a faith-based child development setting and comes to St. James with a love for teaching.
Amy Srubar
Kitchen StaffAmy provides and creates nutritious snacks and meals that keep our children nourished and focused.
Virginia Aranda
Custodial StaffVirginia keeps our school tidy and clean, as well as being an experienced teacher’s aid.
Carolyn Bippert
SubstituteCarolyn provides help as needed on both campuses to ensure a positive, fun learning environment for the students.
Brandy Longwell
SubstituteBrandy provides availability as needed on both campuses and volunteers for special events.
School Board
Have a question or need more information?
Contact our Head of Preschool, Laurie Krupala for more information
