Lafayette Christian Preschool has programs for children from the ages 2 through 5. It is a Christian program, however children of all faiths are welcome to attend. Lafayette Christian Preschool has a Bible-based curriculum with a unique blend of educational learning and play. As an added bonus, "the staff rocks."
Sharing a building with Christ Community Church on Lindberg Boulevard, just West of Baptist Church Road, this small, Christian private school offers its students a "classical" education in Latin and the writings of the ancient Greeks and Romans. Math is taught in using an unusual Asian model. Its students have scored an average of 29 on their ACTs for the last five years, and the last five graduating classes have had an 100% college acceptance rate. Students take yearly trips to colonial Williamsburg, Virginia.
The Rossman School is a private, co-educational school for students in pre-kindergarten through sixth grade. Originally founded in 1917, the school opened its Conway Road facilities in September 1962. The school operates with one class at every grade level, and in a co-teaching environment for certain subjects. Well-known alumni include actor Kevin Kline, former senator and vice-presidential candidate Thomas Eagleton and sportscaster Joe Buck.
Opened in 1926, Little Flower Catholic School offers traditional academic programs in addition to a variety of extracurriculars including sports, an after-school science program, student ambassadors, yearbook club and Spanish club.
The school's students, ranging in age from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, participate in ITBS standardized testing and consistently score higher than both the national average and the archdiocesan average. The school awards financial aid on a need basis.
Spirit & Truth Church welcomes the community to worship with its congregation at services that incorporate contemporary live music and a sermon. Each newcomer receives a follow-up phone call from a church member to gauge engagement and extend a return invitation. The church sponsors robust ministry programs for children, youth, women, men, new members, the hearing impaired and those interested in music and drama.
The affiliated Spirit & Truth Pre-School & Daycare is a Christian-based learning center for children aged 2 to 12 years, open on weekdays from 6am to 6pm.
Agape Child Development Center is a daycare/grade school/middle school complex located on the corner of Olive and Hanley in University City. Agape has provided quality Christian care and education since 1980. Stop by for a tour.
Bright Start Academy is a state licensed childcare center with four locations in St. Charles County. It provides quality childcare for children ages six weeks through 12 years. The trained and experienced staff creates a nurturing and caring environment for children to learn and grown. The curriculum includes programs for infants, toddlers, preschool and pre-kindergarten. Bright Start provides before and after school programs and summer programs for school-age children.
First Steps Early Childhood Learning Center offers a curriculum of learning programs for infants and toddlers (ages 6 weeks to 5 years). Owned by state-certified educators, the center offers full- and part-time care for childen in an environment designed to be healthy and safe for the child's development. Classes are divided by age and are taught by an experienced staff using educational equipment and toys. The center's programs follow the HighScope curriculum and are certified by the state of Missouri and the state's standards of education. Enrichment programs in areas of the arts, music, computers, physical education and foreign languages are available. In addition to offering high-quality educational curriculums and enrichment programs, the center is equipped with state-of-the-art security technology to ensure safety. Interested parties are encouraged to visit the website for information on programs, tuition and registration.
Located at the intersection of Argonne and Taylor, Eliot Chapel Nursery School is a full-service preschool. It offers an enriching environment for preschool age children where the school works on development of the whole child. Eliot Chapel Preschool-Kirkwood offers art, music and story-telling, as well as healthy, peanut-free snacks.
Babler Elementary is currently one of the only schools in Missouri to have received the NASPE STAR Award for excellence in physical education. The school also earned a Exemplary Gold standing for physical education by the Missouri Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (MOAHPERD).
Sylvan Learning Center has been tutoring students since 1979 throughout North America and 10 other countries. Sylvan offers programs for all levels of education from pre-k to high school. Areas of study covered include math, reading, writing, ACT/SAT prep, state test prep, study skills help and homework help.
St. Alban Roe holds classes for pre-kindergarten students through eighth grade. Faculty and parents believe in a religious education. The school's environment and curriculum focus on unlocking a world of possibilities associated with one's heart, sense of belonging, knowledge and service. KidzArt and Mardi Gras are two of the school's special events.
Eden Theological Seminary educates pastors and teachers to be able to lead and disciple. It has students attending from a variety of backgrounds including United Methodist, Presbyterian, Catholic, Baptist and more. Eden was founded in 1850 in Marthesville, MO. It relocated to Wellston, then to Webster in 1924. For information about classes and registration, visit the website.
