Grace Preschool

Grace Preschool What is Project Based Learning? Project Based Learning is the in-depth investigation or research of real world topics (trees, pets, wheels). What do people do?

It includes highly motivated activities and experiences that allow for a student to be active participant in his/her own learning. Why are we doing Project Based Learning? Both themes and units have an important place in early childhood curriculum. However, they are not substitutes for projects, in which children ask questions that guide the investigation and make decisions about the activities to

be undertaken. Unlike themes units, the topic of a project is a real phenomenon that children can investigate directly, rather than mainly through library research. Project topics draw children’s attention to questions such as: How do things work? What tools do people use? Possible Project Topics for the Year

* Families
* Trees
* Pumpkins
* Robots
* Water
* Snow
* Gardens
* Pets
* Buildings
* Pizza
* Lunch
* Wheels

How can parents and families get involved?
• Share knowledge of the topics (Gardner comes in and demonstrates gardening, Chef or Home Cook demonstrate cooking, Author shares the writing process)
• Bring in materials related to themes (family photos, rake, old cookie pan etc.)
• Volunteer time in the classroom or on field trips.
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We are so excited to kick off the school year and celebrate Grace Preschool's 60th year of providing high-quality educat...
08/21/2026

We are so excited to kick off the school year and celebrate Grace Preschool's 60th year of providing high-quality education in Des Moines! Please join us next week for our Family Carnival, which will be a wonderful time for Grace families past, present, and future, as well as their friends and family.

In order for this event to be successful, we are looking for help with the following:

- Volunteer for an hour or two: We need support before, during, and after the event.
- Donate supplies: Help us keep costs low by providing necessary items.

If you are able to help, please sign up using the link below:

Volunteer - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4AAFAA2CA7FEC16-65298016-grace

Donate Supplies - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4AAFAA2CA7FEC16-65283831-grace

Thank you for all you do to make Grace Preschool such a special place for our children and families! :)

Please sign up for slots you are available to help with! If you have any questions email Liz Blind at [email protected] or text (319) 560-2952.

🍋 Come support our Grace Preschool lemonade stand! 🍪As one of their fun summer activities, our preschoolers will be serv...
07/30/2026

🍋 Come support our Grace Preschool lemonade stand! 🍪

As one of their fun summer activities, our preschoolers will be serving homemade lemonade and cookies with a little help from their teachers. Stop by, enjoy a refreshing treat, and encourage our young helpers as they operate their very own lemonade stand!

📅 Friday, July 31
⏰ 10:00–11:30 AM
📍 Grace Preschool

Lemonade and cookies will be available for a free-will donation, with all proceeds supporting Grace Preschool.

Everyone is welcome, so invite a friend and come see our preschoolers in action! 💛

07/21/2026

✨Now enrolling: 2 & 3-year-Old Preschool Classrooms✨

Give your child a place to learn, grow, and thrive in a fun, nurturing environment!

Our 2 and 3-year-old classrooms are now accepting new enrollments. Through hands-on learning, creative play, music, stories, and age-appropriate activities, we help little learners build confidence, independence, and a love for learning.

☀️We offer:

-Caring and experienced teachers (Grace Preschool was most recently rated Runner Up Best Preschool in CityViews Best of Des Moines)
-A safe, welcoming environment
-Fun, project-based learning experiences
-Social and emotional development
-Daily activities that encourage creativity and curiosity

Whether your child is taking their first step into a classroom or is ready for new adventures, we’d love to welcome your family!

Limited spots available! Contact us today to schedule a tour or learn more about enrollment!

We can’t wait to grow, learn, and play together!

07/09/2026

‼️FALL 2026 UPK‼️

We have just a couple more UPK spots available for this fall! If you’re interested in enrolling, now is the time!

Email us at [email protected] or call 515-279-5942 to schedule a tour. We’d love to show you our center ❤️

We still have a few spots available!! Come join us this summer! We also have spots available for Fall but they fill up q...
05/20/2026

We still have a few spots available!! Come join us this summer!

We also have spots available for Fall but they fill up quickly. Contact us today to schedule a tour 😊

Summer is right around the corner and Grace Preschool is getting ready ☀️

We’re now enrolling for our summer program for kids ages 2–8. It’s a great space for learning, play, and connection in a safe and caring environment.

Spots are limited, so if you’ve been thinking about it, now is the time.

📅 Program begins May 28
📍 3700 Cottage Grove
📞 (515) 279-5942 ext 0

Summer is right around the corner and Grace Preschool is getting ready ☀️We’re now enrolling for our summer program for ...
04/21/2026

Summer is right around the corner and Grace Preschool is getting ready ☀️

We’re now enrolling for our summer program for kids ages 2–8. It’s a great space for learning, play, and connection in a safe and caring environment.

Spots are limited, so if you’ve been thinking about it, now is the time.

📅 Program begins May 28
📍 3700 Cottage Grove
📞 (515) 279-5942 ext 0

Skip the cooking, go to Dough Co! 🍕
03/23/2026

Skip the cooking, go to Dough Co! 🍕

03/16/2026

Due to current weather and road conditions, Grace Preschool will have a delayed start. We will open at 9:30am. Drive safe!

03/13/2026

NOW ENROLLING FOR SUMMER!!

Please contact Ashley Jeffers at [email protected] or 515-279-5942.

Due to the Extreme Cold Warning issued by the National Weather Service that goes into effect at midnight and lasts throu...
01/22/2026

Due to the Extreme Cold Warning issued by the National Weather Service that goes into effect at midnight and lasts throughout tomorrow, all classes at Grace Preschool are cancelled for Friday, January 23.

Please stay safe and warm 🥶

Due to the Extreme Cold Warning issued by the National Weather Service that goes into effect at midnight and lasts throughout tomorrow, classes at Des Moines Public Schools are cancelled for Friday, January 23. The present forecast predicts ...

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