PK and JK Checklist for Success
Thank you for your interest in the preschool programs (PK and JK) at Northpoint Christian School. We offer a full day program that blends academics and play; therefore, school readiness is important for your child’s success. Our desire is to grow our students in every area of their lives- spiritually, socially, emotionally, and academically. Students will experience learning in both a whole group setting and small group setting. Below you will find a checklist of readiness skills that are necessary for your child to have a successful experience in our program.
- Follow one or more verbal directions (“stop at the door,” “put this in your cubby,” etc.)
- Fully potty trained (no pull ups; can clean themselves properly)
- Stay with the class without running or wandering away
- Play with others without harming them (throwing; hitting; biting)
- Sit in a chair for snack time and lunch time
- Use the restroom when asked to go
- Communicate using 4 or more words in a sentence
- Sit in circle for a minimum of 5 minutes
- Participate in activity in whole group time without getting up
- Help pick up toys
- Remain fully dressed during the school day (clothes, shoes)
- Respect authority by obeying and not running away from or shouting “No”
- Transition from one place to another willingly
- Able to rest quietly at naptime, even if not asleep