Programs
St. James Preparatory Academy
Joyfully sharing the gospel of God’s kingdom and preparing children for a life of learning and service to Christ Jesus and their neighbor.
A developmentally appropriate Christian environment provides a place for children to grow and learn through opportunities for guided, teacher-directed, or self-directed play. Activities are designed to recognize each child’s varied needs and abilities, and to cultivate a love of learning.
Preparatory Academy Programs
Nursery
6 weeks through 15 months
Full Time: 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
Extended Care Available
Toddler
16 months by August 1
Full Time: 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
Extended Care Available
Preschool 2
2 years old by August 1
Part Time & Full Time Options
Extended Care Available
Preschool 3
3 years old by August 1
Part Time & Full Time Options
Extended Care Available
PreKindergarten
4 years old by August 1
Part Time & Full Time Options
Extended Care Available
Learning through Meaning-Laden Play
Activities are designed by instructors to recognize each child’s varied needs and abilities while cultivating a love of learning.
Christian Formation
One in Christ and Enduring Faith curriculum, Bible stories, prayer/verse memory, chapel participation, and liturgical foundations.
Language Arts
Zoo Phonics, classic read-alouds, story retelling, library time, and multi-sensory writing foundations.
Math
Counting, 1:1 correspondence, number recognition, geometry, and visual-spatial learning through authentic play.
Science
Outdoor exploration, guided experiments, and hands-on projects that build curiosity and observation skills.
Fine Arts
Dedicated early childhood music and art instruction that develops confidence, creativity, and joyful expression.
Recess
Multiple opportunities each day for outdoor and large-motor play in developmentally appropriate spaces.
Preparatory Academy Contact
Caren Bunch
Director
ecdirector@stjameslaf.org
800 Cincinnati St, Lafayette IN 47901
Phone Number: 765-423-1616 ext 126