Pre-K · Ages 4–5 · Boise, ID
Pre-K That Builds Confidence for Kindergarten
Our Pre-K program helps children develop the skills and confidence they need for their next big step — real kindergarten readiness, built through joyful, hands-on learning.
- Small group, low child-to-teacher ratio
- Daily learning centers & guided play
- Teachers trained in kindergarten benchmarks
- Outdoor time & social development built in
What They're Learning
Nine Building Blocks of a Confident Kindergartner
Early Literacy
Letter recognition, phonics, and storytelling that turn “sounding it out” into a habit, not a struggle.
Number Concepts
Counting, patterns, and early math reasoning practiced through games, blocks, and everyday routines.
Art & Creativity
Open-ended art projects that build fine motor control and give children a voice for their ideas.
Reading
Daily read-alouds and print-rich classrooms build vocabulary and a genuine love of books.
Learning Centers
Rotating stations for science, dramatic play, and building let children choose, focus, and explore independently.
Problem-Solving
Puzzles, group challenges, and open-ended questions that teach children to think before they ask for help.
Independence
Self-help routines — coats, cleanup, choices — so the first weeks of kindergarten feel familiar, not overwhelming.
Social Development
Sharing, turn-taking, and resolving small conflicts with guidance, practiced daily in a small group setting.
Kindergarten readiness, without the pressure
We don’t drill for tests. We build the literacy, math, independence, and social skills kindergarten teachers actually look for — through play, projects, and daily routines your child looks forward to.
- 4–5 yrs
- Small groups
- 8 skill areas
Come see our Pre-K classroom in person
The best way to know if Wallaby is right for your child is to visit. Meet the teachers, see a learning center in action, and ask questions.
- Wallaby Preschool & Daycare
2211 S Sumac St, Boise, ID 83706
- Hours
Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–6:00 PM
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