Lafayette Christian Preschool has programs for children from the ages 2 through 5. It is a Christian program, however children of all faiths are welcome to attend. Lafayette Christian Preschool has a Bible-based curriculum with a unique blend of educational learning and play. As an added bonus, "the staff rocks."
Sharing a building with Christ Community Church on Lindberg Boulevard, just West of Baptist Church Road, this small, Christian private school offers its students a "classical" education in Latin and the writings of the ancient Greeks and Romans. Math is taught in using an unusual Asian model. Its students have scored an average of 29 on their ACTs for the last five years, and the last five graduating classes have had an 100% college acceptance rate. Students take yearly trips to colonial Williamsburg, Virginia.
Celebrating its 45th year in 2010, St. Andrew United Methodist Church provides opportunities not only to connect with God but with the community at large. The church hosts a preschool for children, as well as a number of programs for developing the United Methodist faith and character.
Spirit & Truth Church welcomes the community to worship with its congregation at services that incorporate contemporary live music and a sermon. Each newcomer receives a follow-up phone call from a church member to gauge engagement and extend a return invitation. The church sponsors robust ministry programs for children, youth, women, men, new members, the hearing impaired and those interested in music and drama.
The affiliated Spirit & Truth Pre-School & Daycare is a Christian-based learning center for children aged 2 to 12 years, open on weekdays from 6am to 6pm.
First Steps Early Childhood Learning Center offers a curriculum of learning programs for infants and toddlers (ages 6 weeks to 5 years). Owned by state-certified educators, the center offers full- and part-time care for childen in an environment designed to be healthy and safe for the child's development. Classes are divided by age and are taught by an experienced staff using educational equipment and toys. The center's programs follow the HighScope curriculum and are certified by the state of Missouri and the state's standards of education. Enrichment programs in areas of the arts, music, computers, physical education and foreign languages are available. In addition to offering high-quality educational curriculums and enrichment programs, the center is equipped with state-of-the-art security technology to ensure safety. Interested parties are encouraged to visit the website for information on programs, tuition and registration.
High Ridge Learning Center is a small locally owned and operated preschool. The caring staff provides full-day preschool instruction, and before- and after-school care for High Ridge Elementary School and Woodridge Middle School students. Children have the option of attending 2, 3 or 5 days a week.
Bright Start Academy is located at the entrance to Wyndgate subdivision and offers quality childcare for children ages six weeks to 12 years. They have an experienced professional staff that participate in on going training for early childhood education.
The center has 24 hour video surveillance and a staff on the premises that are trained in CPR and first aid.