The First Presbyterian Church Preschool has established a deep and well respected reputation within the Lake Forest/Lake Bluff community. Known for its dedicated staff, age appropriate project-based curriculum and support of families, the First Presbyterian Church Preschool continues its tradition of preparing young people for a lifetime of learning. Preparing young people for their educational journey is an aspect of the Preschool that will never change, even while the Preschool continues to update technology, equipment and the latest in teaching practices (see What is NAEYC Accreditation? and About Our Faculty) .

The Preschool is proud of its fine reputation and we look forward to teaching young people for years to come. Heres what others are saying about the Preschool:

WELL ESTABLISHED REPUTATION

"Thirty years ago when we moved to Lake Forest with our children we were fortunate enough to have someone recommend the preschool at First Presbyterian. Since then, my children have attended and, now, with great appreciation my grandchildren.  The same values and enthusiasm for learning that awaited my children are still present. The children develop the curiosity for learning and the discipline to achieve. I loved their projects as much as they did.  We are indeed blessed to have such a loving learning community available to our little ones."

~ Margaret Hartman, Lake Forest

1979-85*

CHOOSING THE RIGHT PRESCHOOL

"I chose First Presbyterian Church Preschool based on a close friends recommendation. Many other friends have shared their experiences with me and all have been positive and reinforced my choice. Choosing a school for my third child was more important to me as she is the youngest by 7 years and I wanted her to build friendships based on respect, kindness and compassion (not always available with tweens!). I see the connection she is forming with her teachers and I know this positive experience will keep her growing in the right direction."

~ Adrienne and Ken Winemaster, Lake Forest
2008

"This preschool was the first thing I heard about when I moved to the area in early 1999. All of my friends were raving about their individual experiences and I thought Id better learn what all the buzz was about. After researching all of my choices for preschools, I realized this was an extraordinary place for my daughters to be! They all thrived, both socially and academically, and I have no doubt that this is the top preschool on the North Shore."

~ Mary Beth Schmidt

2001-05

EDUCATIONAL JOURNEY CONTINUES

"We chose First Presbyterian Church Preschool after a careful review of all the preschools in the area. Our ultimate goal was to find a school that would instill a love of learning and of school in our children from the beginning. We could not have made a better choice! The classroom environment, teachers, administration, and overall experience delivered everything we hoped for. As an unexpected benefit¦we, as parents not to mention our children made new friends among the other Preschool families that continue to be among our best friends today! Our children are now in grades 2 6, and continue to thrive in school. We credit the Preschool with laying the early foundation for their ongoing curiosity, love of learning, and the confidence to explore."

~ Garth and Kristin Pearson, Lake Bluff
2000-06

The experience our son has enjoyed at First Presbyterian Preschool has been extraordinary. The teachers are passionate about their role and educate the children with dynamic curriculum and promote learning through a variety of activities in order to understand the subject matter in detail. Each day, the classroom is filled with numerous toys and activities to engage the gross and fine motor skills of the children. It is a clean, safe and an interesting place where everyone thrives and learns with the structured classes and superior guidance of the knowledgeable teachers. The addition of the art, science, music, library and faith building programs to the classroom learning prepares the students for kindergarten as it is well executed.�

~ The Forowycz Family
Class of 07-˜09

"First Presbyterian Church Preschool is a warm, safe place where children can create, explore, pretend, play, investigate and grow. It is the perfect place to begin a life long love of learning. I have been a teacher at First Presbyterian Church Preschool for 8 years. My two oldest boys have been in Discovery, Adventure and Odyssey. They loved it! My two youngest are on their way."

~ Karen Uihlein, Lake Forest (Classroom Teacher)
2006-09

* Years children attended the Preschool.