St. Mark's Nursery School

Welcome to the web site of St. Mark's Nursery School. If you are a prospective student or are interested in obtaining more information about our school, we invite you to explore the Prospective Students page. There you will find more information about our school, including our current brochure and student application.

Mission Statement

"The mission of St. Mark's Nursery School is to provide a quality, Christian-based, affordable pre-school education to members of the community without regard to race, color, or national or ethnic origin.

Special Features

• Hand-on learning
• Age-appropriate activities
• Play-as-we-learn philosophy
• Structured group time
• Fence-enclosed playground
• Christian curriculum
• Secured facility
• Certified, experienced teachers
• Emphasis on creativity
• Inclusive enrollment
• Encouraged parent involvement
• Theme integrated activities
• Curriculum based on PA Early Learning Standards for pre-K

St. Mark's Nursery School Has a Developmental Emphasis

Physical: to develop the ability to move, see, and hear using:

• Large and fine motor skills
• Outdoor play
• Art (cutting, coloring, etc.)

Language and Speech: to develop the ability to talk and express needs using:

• Music and instruments
• Dramatic play
• Story time

Social and Emotional: to develop the abilities to eat, dress, and take care of self through:

• Responsibility for jobs and property
• Toileting
• Clean-up

Cognitive development: to develop an ability to think and learn through:

• Cooking
• Science
• Pre-reading activities
• Pre-math activities
• Manipulative games