Kindergarten is right around the corner. Our Preschool Pals program prepares children with the letters, numbers, social skills, and confidence they need to walk through that school door ready for anything.
The Preschool Pals program is where everything comes together. Children in this age group are ready to absorb structured learning — and Marlene delivers it in a way that feels like play, not school.
From daily circle time and alphabet practice to counting, color sorting, and seasonal learning, every activity is specifically chosen to build the academic and social foundation kindergarten teachers look for on day one.
Children leaving the Preschool Pals program consistently stand out in their kindergarten classrooms — not just academically, but in terms of confidence, independence, and the ability to follow routines. That’s the Marlene difference.
Pre-K readiness doesn’t mean sitting at a desk — it means building skills through joyful, hands-on experiences.
Daily alphabet activities build letter recognition, sounds, and early reading readiness in a fun, low-pressure way.
Counting games, number recognition, and basic math concepts are woven into everyday activities.
The ABC and seasonal posters on our walls aren’t decoration — they’re part of daily learning conversations.
Daily circle time builds listening, turn-taking, and the ability to sit, focus, and participate in a group — critical kindergarten skills.
Tracing, drawing, cutting, and crafting prepare little hands for the writing demands of kindergarten.
Putting on shoes, cleaning up toys, and following instructions — we build the independence that makes kindergarten easier for everyone.
Every child in every program gets dedicated outdoor time in our fully fenced, turf backyard — packed with activities for every age and energy level.
We accept both private pay families and families enrolled through the ELC School Readiness program. Choose your path below.
Pay directly — no income requirements, no waitlist
Subsidized care for qualifying Palm Beach County families
