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Christ-Centered Preschool & Kindergarten Education in Battle Ground, WA
Prince of Peace Preschool & Kindergarten has been nurturing young minds within the Battle Ground community for over 30 years. Our program integrates Christ-centered values with age-appropriate academic instruction, fostering self-reliance, social skills, and a love for learning. Our team of educators holds degrees in early childhood education and brings decades of combined experience in child development, classroom management, and faith-based teaching. We offer structured programs for toddlers through kindergarten-aged children, including chapel sessions led by Pastor Dave Zemke, to cultivate spiritual growth alongside educational readiness. Our curriculum emphasizes fine and gross motor skills, language development, and foundational math and reading concepts, all within a supportive, joyful environment.We prioritize small class sizes to ensure personalized attention and maintain strong partnerships with families throughout Clark County. Our staffs expertise in early education, coupled with our commitment to Christian principles, creates a unique foundation for childrens academic and personal growth. We operate from a purpose-built facility at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, offering flexible scheduling options to accommodate family needs. Our programs longevity and continued enrollment reflect our reputation for excellence in early childhood education. We remain dedicated to evolving our methods while preserving the core values that have guided us since our founding.
Services
Toddler Class
Three Year Old Pre-K
Four Year Old Pre-K
Kindergarten Program
Chapel Sessions
Extended Learning Time
Faith-Based Curriculum
Academic Readiness
Social Skills Development
Parent Partnerships
Highlights and features
- We have served Battle Ground families for over 30 years with faith-based early education.
- Our staff holds degrees in early childhood education and classroom management.
- We integrate Christian principles with state-approved academic readiness standards.
- Small class sizes ensure personalized attention for each childs development.
- Chapel sessions with Pastor Dave Zemke foster spiritual growth alongside academics.
Services
Toddler Class
Our Toddler Class provides early socialization and foundational learning for 2-year-olds. Children engage in structured play, basic motor skill activities, and introductory language development. The once-weekly Friday session (9am-11:30am) helps young learners adapt to classroom environments while emphasizing Christian values.
Three Year Old Pre-K
This twice-weekly program (2.5 hours per session) focuses on social-emotional growth and early academic concepts. Students develop listening skills, participate in creative activities, and begin basic math and literacy exploration within a faith-based framework.
Four Year Old Pre-K
Offered three days weekly or two extended days, this program emphasizes school readiness. Children engage in comprehensive math, reading, and science activities while building independence and classroom behavior skills through Christian teachings.
Kindergarten Class
Our five-day half-day kindergarten program prepares children for first grade with structured academics and social development. The curriculum includes advanced reading, math, and science concepts taught through interactive lessons aligned with Christian principles.
Chapel Sessions
Weekly chapel services led by Pastor Dave Zemke teach biblical stories and worship practices. Children participate in age-appropriate lessons, songs, and prayer activities to strengthen their spiritual foundation alongside academic learning.
People
Amanda Shaut
Program Director
Amanda holds a BA in Family and Consumer Sciences with Child Development focus from Central Washington University. She brings program management experience and church volunteer leadership to her role overseeing preschool operations and teaching.
Anna Amdahl
Kindergarten Teacher
Anna has a Bachelor's in Elementary Education and former 2nd-grade teaching experience. She volunteers extensively in church children's ministries and combines academic expertise with faith-based instruction for kindergarten students.
Sarah Kohlenberger
Four Year Old Teacher
Sarah holds a Bachelor's in Elementary Education and has taught grades 1-4. With 4 years as a substitute teacher and extensive preschool experience at POP, she provides structured yet nurturing instruction for four-year-olds.
Ginger Dowdy
Four Year Old Assistant
Ginger has 9 years of teaching and assisting experience at POP. Certified in child basics training, she brings developmental disability expertise and a nurturing approach to classroom support while sharing Christian values.
Pastor Dave Zemke
Chapel Leader
Pastor Dave leads weekly chapel sessions, delivering bible stories and worship instruction. He oversees spiritual programming and integrates faith-based learning across all preschool and kindergarten activities at Prince of Peace.
Questions
What age requirements exist for enrollment?
Children must be 2, 3, 4, or 5 years old by August 31st for toddler, pre-k, or kindergarten classes.
What curriculum do you use?
Our program combines Christian principles with academic readiness, covering math, reading, science, art, and physical education daily.
Are there extended care options?
Three-year-old classes offer extended time (9am-1pm) for additional learning and socialization opportunities.
How do you involve parents?
Families receive regular updates through Brightwheel and may attend chapel sessions with their children weekly.
What discounts are available?
Multi-child and Prince of Peace member families receive tuition discounts for preschool and kindergarten programs.
Who leads the chapel sessions?
Pastor Dave Zemke conducts weekly chapel services for all classes except toddlers in the church sanctuary.
Reviews (3)
Sarah Churchwell
Jan 25, 2017
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My daughter just finished PK here. She LOVED it, I loved it. the staff are caring, compassionate, gentle, understanding, gracious. Teaching the love of Jesus in the kids life. We will be using this school for kindergarten as well as putting our 3 y/o in for PK. HIGHLY recommend them.
Jennifer Chase
Jul 06, 2016
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Continues to exceed my expectations. A very Loving, nurturing, learning environment. A wonderful community.
Brandon Slixtersix
Jul 18, 2014
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My daughter is currently enrolled, this being her second year attending. If discrimination, ignorance, and lack of communication are essentials you wish for your children to be taught, I would highly recommend Prince of Peace Preschool. As they say, children learn best by the examples they see and are exposed too by their peers.
