St. Paul Junior Fours Program

The St. Paul Junior Fours program is designed as a unique bridge between preschool and Junior Kindergarten. Junior Fours offers a higher level of academic content than a traditional preschool class, while still honoring the developmental age and needs of our students. Everything from the curriculum to the length of the day is carefully and intentionally planned to meet children where they are and help them thrive.

The St. Paul pillars of Academic Excellence, Passion for Christ, and Leadership Development will be the foundation for inspiring your child's educational journey. The academic curriculum is engaging and age-appropriate, following the best practices in early childhood education. As part of your child's learning journey, Junior Fours students will gradually integrate co-curricular classes in an age-appropriate, incremental way. Throughout the school year, students will enjoy classes including Bible, PE (daily), and music. 

As with all other grade levels, our Junior Fours program is committed to serving each child's individual needs and providing support and enrichment as needed. Each child is unique, and we strive to know each student well so we can meet them where they are and help them grow academically, socially, and spiritually. The intention of the Junior Fours program is not to take the place of Junior Kindergraten. The St. Paul Kindergarten Program has high academic standards, and Junior Kindergarten plays an essential role in preparing students to be successful. 

Program Details

The Junior Fours program hours are 7:55 to 2:15 p.m. Monday through Friday. Students will experience a play-based curriculum that will focus on the foundations of reading and mathematics, while also offering experiences in science, the arts, and more.

Junior Fours, Junior Kindergarten, and Kindergarten Birthday Deadlines for the 2026-2027 School Year

• Junior Fours serves students who turn four-years-old by August 1, 2026. 
• Junior Kindergarten serves students who turn four-years-old prior to June 1, 2026. 
• Kindergarten serves students who turn five-years-old prior to June 1, 2026. 

*All students must be fully potty-trained. 
*Junior Fours typically serves students with birthdays between June 1 and August 1.  

There will occasionally be a child who shows signs of kindergarten readiness earlier than expected. When that happens, Mrs. Morgan and the administrative team will walk alongside you in that process. At St. Paul, we understand that readiness includes not just academic skills, but also emotional maturity and social readiness.