Founded by eight Wilton families in 1972, Zion's Hill Preschool Program's (ZHPP) staff includes a program director with a degree in education and state certification, six lead teachers with degrees in early education, eight teachers with education degrees or related course work, Spanish teacher, music teacher and a school nurse. The preschool welcomes all faiths and cultures, providing a play based education for children age’s two to five. The program utilizes a quality assurance process called the Early Childhood Environmental Rating Scale, or "ECERS," to maintain the quality of its child care. This involves annual visits from an outside evaluator, who assesses staffing policies, curriculum, schedules, health and safety, community relations and the staff's interaction with the children and their parents. ZHPP creates an environment that nurtures each child's unique talents and abilities. The staff works to develop children's self confidence and a love of learning. They strive to instill self-respect and respect for others along with an appreciation for wonderful differences among people and cultures. In partnership with parents, grandparents, caregivers and the community, ZHPP provides a family atmosphere to support children’s education growth. Zion's Hill Preschool is an Independent Nondenominational School. ZHPP's school community has no religious affiliation.