3-Year-Old Preschool
Hands-on, Play-based
IMPORTANT REGISTRATION DATES
FOR THE 2024-25 SCHOOL YEAR:
DECEMBER 4, 2023
NEW STUDENT ADMISSIONS APPLICATIONS OPEN
JANUARY 8, 2024
RE-ENROLLMENT BEGINS (CURRENT FAMILIES)
JANUARY 22, 2024
NEW STUDENT ADMISSIONS DECISIONS BEGIN
Full-Time 3-YeaR-Old Openings AT CAPACITY FOR 2023-24
Full-time openings in our 3-year-old classrooms are at capacity for the 2023-24 school year. We do, however, have some 4-day per week openings available (Wednesdays are at capacity). Families who are interested in 4-day openings or joining our wait pool for full-time enrollment may complete a 2023-24 admissions application, and our admissions office will contact you if and when a position becomes available.
About 3-Year-Old Preschool
After 16 years of recognition as a Local Best preschool, we are grateful and honored to be named the #1 preschool in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, for the fifth year running. Our hands-on, play-based approach to learning is designed to capitalize on your child’s natural curiosity. We build cognitive, physical, social, and emotional skills through a variety of engaging activities.
Our 3-year-old preschool classes strengthen:
social and emotional skills during free play time, group activities + show and tell
fine motor skills by sorting items with tweezers, using scissors, and playing with puzzles, blocks, and play-doh
gross motor skills through play during indoor and outdoor recess
shape, color, letter, and number recognition through songs, finger plays, stories, and art projects
counting skills through cooking, calendar exploration, and music & movement time
language skills through nursery rhymes, syllable exploration, and story time
faith life through simple prayers, songs, Bible stories, and monthly “chapel time” with local pastors and Christian educators
Enrollment Options
While full-time students receive admission preference, we offer flexible scheduling options for children ages three and up. When you apply, you have the option to indicate your preference for half-day (8:00—11:15 a.m.) or full-day (8:00 a.m.—3:30 p.m.) preschool classes and which days of the week you’d like your child to attend school. For 3-year-olds, we recommend a minimum of three half-days of class per week.
BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CARE
To accommodate the schedules of families who need child care outside of school hours, we offer a before & after school program from 7:00-8:00 a.m and 3:30-6:00 p.m. Monday-Friday.
DROP-IN OPTIONS
Our drop-in program is designed to help you accommodate unforeseen childcare needs. Once the school year begins, simply check with your teacher, our early childhood director, or our admissions director to see which days and times we are able to accommodate drop-in students. To use the service, call 24 hours prior to your desired drop off time to confirm that we have an opening for your child. Participating children must be enrolled in preschool at Sioux Falls Lutheran School.
2024-25 TUITION RATES
Enrollment Fee: $400
(half of this fee applies as a deposit toward your 2024-25 tuition)
FULL DAYS
(8:00 a.m.—3:30 p.m.)
5 days per week
$1,100 per month
4 days per week
$880 per month
3 days per week
$660 per month
HALF DAYS
(8:00—11:15 a.m.)
5 days per week
$610 per month
4 days per week
$480 per month
3 days per week
$360 per month
Drop-in care:
$45 per half day; $75 per full day
*Rates based on a 10-month payment plan.
**Full-time applicants receive admission preference.
Hot Lunch Program
Sioux Falls Lutheran School families have the option to pack and send a lunch to school or order hot lunches, in advance, through Lifescape.
sCHEDULE Your Campus Visit
Setting foot on campus plays an important role in helping us understand your family’s needs and giving you a true understanding of what it means to receive a Sioux Falls Lutheran School education. Therefore, our preschool admissions process begins with a campus visit. Please contact our admissions team at 605-335-1923 to book your visit. We look forward to meeting you!
SCHEDULE YOUR
VISIT TODAY!
Call 605-335-1923
What families are saying:
“The teachers and staff are outstanding. They go above and beyond to help my active kid adjust to school life. The new building is also a blessing, and the pricing is reasonable.” –Carla, SFLS Parent
“I love the scheduling options. You provided such a great avenue to segue my son into the routine and expectations of school without it being overwhelming and stressful.” –Brooke, SFLS Parent
“The best thing about SFLS is the ‘culture of service’ imbued by the staff. Everyone is always incredibly helpful. I love that my daughter observes this everyday! By walking into your building, she is learning that people should always help each other, however they can!” –Carey, SFLS Parent
“We have absolutely loved our experience at SFLS. My only regret is not finding you sooner!” –Kay, SFLS Parent
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