Precademy
Great Starts with Preschool Education
Starting Education Early
By embracing innovation, we equip our preschoolers to become global leaders and thinkers through intentional teaching, environmental exploration and in-depth “study-based” learning experiences.
Our vision is to create high-quality early childhood educational experiences for all of our students. Through strong parent involvement, a nurturing environment, and diverse and varied materials, we strive to grow our students into independent, creative thinkers thriving in a global society.
Foundations Include:
Focusing on whole-child learning, in which we attend to each child’s needs academically, emotionally and socially.
Fostering a learning environment that is rooted in a culture embracing uniqueness and relationships.
Emphasizing nature-enriched learning opportunities.
Encouraging strong parent and community involvement and investment.
Utilizing a balanced calendar and curriculum.
Program Tracks & Details
We have two full-day preschool programs that run Monday through Thursday:
Spanish Emphasis
In this program, Spanish is integrated throughout all parts of the day, focusing on shapes, colors, numbers, body parts, and common nouns, verbs, and phrases. It is not total immersion. For those interested in an immersive Spanish education, our Las huellas program starts with TK and continues through 8th grade.
Nature Emphasis
Many parts of the school day can be spent outdoors, including small groups, large groups, storytime, free choice time and snack time.
Qualifications
Students must be four years old on or before September 1st of the new school year. Students who will be four after September 1st and before December 1st may enroll as space is available. Enrollment typically opens in January/February for the following year and continues until all spots are filled, after which we establish a waiting list. Enrollment is on a first-come, first-serve basis with no preferential treatment.
Families must qualify for Great Start Readiness in order to participate at Precademy for both the Classic English and Spanish Exposure programs.
Great Start Readiness Enrollment
To qualify, please enter basic child and household information into this form. You must select Innocademy – Precademy as your desired service provider to enroll.
Precademy Schedule
School Begins Each Day at 8:30am & Ends at 3:15pm
Frequently Asked Questions
How old does my child need to be to attend Precademy?
All students must turn 4 years old by December 1 to attend GSRP.
How much does it cost to attend Precademy?
Precademy is FREE for all families, regardless of income!
What is the difference between the nature-emphasis class and the Spanish-emphasis class?
Nature emphasis: Many parts of the school day can be spent outdoors, including small groups, large groups, storytime, free choice time, and snack time.
Spanish emphasis: Spanish is integrated throughout all parts of the day, focusing on shapes, colors, numbers, body parts, and common nouns, verbs, and phrases. It is not total immersion.
What is the Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP)?
The Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) is Michigan’s free PreK program for eligible four-year-olds. GSRP is a safe place where children learn social/emotional skills like how to get along with others, share, take turns, and make friends. Academic concepts, such as math and literacy skills, are tuaght every day through fun, hands-on activities. GSRP PreK will help prepare your child for kindergarten and their educational journey!
Is there a 1/2 day option for Precademy?
Precademy only offers full day programming, 8:30-3:15, Monday-Thursday.
Do I need to live in a certain school district to attend Precademy?
No, enrollment is open to all children who turn 4 by December 1, regardless of which school district or county in which they reside.
What is Creative Curriculum?
Creative Curriculum is the comprehensive, research-based curriculum utilized at Precademy, which balances both teacher-directed and child-initiated learning, building upon student strengths and interests. It features goals and objectives linked directly to standards and reliable assessment tools.
Are there any Special Education Support Services (IEP) available?
Precademy offers on-site evaluations and services for speech and language, occupational therapy, and social work. If your child already has an IEP, our support team will work with the current IEP to continue services for your child.
Does Precademy offer any Wrap Around Care or After Care?
Precademy does not have these services. The Precademy school day is 8:30-3:15.
Is transportation offered?
Precademy does not provide transportation.
What are the class sizes?
A class can have 20 students with at least 2 teachers at all times.
Will my child be prepared for kindergarten?
Our hope is that all children will be prepared for TK (transitional kindergarten) or Kindergarten after they attend GSRP. Our certified teachers help children to learn the social/emotional skills and academic skills needed for the next step in their educational journey.
What meals are provided?
All students are provided with free meals: breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack.
Is the Spanish class full immersion?
No, the preschool does not offer FULL immersion, however, Spanish is intertwined throughout all parts of the day, focusing on shapes, colors, numbers, body parts, and common nouns, verbs, and phrases. After PreK, Innocademy offers full immersion for grades TK-8th grade.
What is a balanced calendar?
Precademy aligns our calendar with Innocademy’s balanced calendar, in which there is a break week off of school every 6-7 weeks of school. Precademy typically begins classes the third week of August, and concludes the second week of June. Click on the calendar link to see a sample.
Does attending Precademy guarantee a spot for Innocademy?
Unfortunately, attending Precademy does not guarantee a space for your student at Innocademy. Once enrolled at Precademy, you will receive information on completing an application to Innocademy during the window of Open Enrollment, usually toward the middle of January with a lottery in mid-February.
