Child Of God Preschool

09/01/2026

www.childofgodpreschool.org

08/28/2026

What are we doing to our children?

We push them to perform before they are ready, measuring their worth by achievements instead of honoring their pace. We expect them to be everything at once (e.g. academic, social, athletic, artistic), forgetting that childhood was never meant to be a competition.

What children truly need is not more pressure, but more play. They need space to wonder, freedom to connect, and time to grow into themselves without hurry.

The greatest danger to childhood is not falling behind, but being forced to outgrow it too soon. If we want children to flourish, we must protect their right to simply be children.

08/11/2026

08/10/2026

We are worrying about the wrong thing when it comes to “kindergarten readiness.”

Many adults are concerned with whether a child can read, write, and meet "academic expectations" by the time kindergarten begins. Those questions feel responsible. They are also incomplete.

The more important question is this: Am I willing to compromise my child’s ability to regulate, attend, and remain emotionally available for learning in exchange for early academic exposure that research shows does not improve (and can undermine) long-term outcomes?

Kindergarten has shifted from a developmental bridge to an academically intensified environment. Increased sitting, constant direction-following, early benchmarks, and reduced play are now treated as normal. Developmentally, they are not.

Self-regulation, attention, working memory, and cognitive flexibility are still wiring in early childhood. These systems develop through movement, play, autonomy, and co-regulation—not through pressure or performance demands.

When academics are pushed before these systems are ready, stress increases, regulation stays external, and learning becomes fragile. Any early gains fade, while the long-term costs show up as disengagement, weaker executive functioning, and poorer academic persistence.

This is why research on delayed kindergarten entry consistently finds stronger self-regulation, attention, and emotional readiness for learning. Not because children missed academics, but because their brains were given time to build the foundation learning depends on.

08/04/2026

Fun, friends and leaning awaits your child! Classes begin September 9!

07/24/2026

🍎 We believe every child deserves a strong start, and scholarships are available for families to help make a Christ-centered preschool education accessible. Fall class begin in September. Contact us today to learn more and to schedule a tour!
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07/13/2026

Back to school will be here before we know it! Schedule a tour of the school to register for fall classes!
Go to www.childofgodpreschool.org to contact us.

07/07/2026

🍎✨ We’re Hiring! ✨🍎

Do you love working with preschoolers & making a difference in the lives of little learners? Child of God Preschool is looking for an enthusiastic, caring teacher(s) to join our amazing team!

Position:
✏️3 mornings per week
✏️Teaching our fun & energetic 4–5 year-old preschool class
✏️Classroom experience is helpful, but a warm heart, patience, & a passion for working with children are what matter most!

If you’re looking for a rewarding opportunity in a loving Christian environment where you can help children learn, grow, and prepare for kindergarten, we’d love to meet you!

Message us for more details or to apply! ❤️

06/01/2026

🎨 Get creative at Creative Corner! Join us each Tuesday at 10:30 AM for hands-on art activities designed to spark imagination and creativity in young artists. Every session explores new materials, techniques, and ideas!

Perfect for curious creators ages 3–10. Come make, experiment, and create with us. Check out the calendar for CC and all our upcoming events. https://buff.ly/w4BkvgQ

05/24/2026

A Child of God alumni Emma Bolte, graduated from Newark High School today #1 in the class! We are proud of you Emma!