Our Curriculum
Our curriculum focuses on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (S.T.E.A.M.).
We believe God created children with a natural curiosity, South Hills Academy is an inclusive school where we allow children to explore their world. Allowing children to do just that ensures an environment where optimal learning takes place. Young children are little scientists by nature. We have a comprehensive collection of age-appropriate materials, hands-on experiments, and interactive technology designed to build the foundation of knowledge and skills that young children need to thrive in our ever-changing technological world and make learning joyful and natural.
Therefore, we support introducing science, technology, engineering ,art, and mathematics through utilizing fun and engaging evidence-based practices. Our curriculum addresses the development of the whole child (cognitive, social emotional, math, language, literacy, fine and gross motor, and creativity).
Why S.T.E.A.M?
The 21st century is increasingly integrating technology as a part of society. Our future generations need a strong foundation in S.T.E.A.M. in order to prepare for future careers. We are excited to begin to lay this foundation at this stage of early childhood. Research tells us that the brain is particularly receptive to learning math and logic between the ages of one and four, and that early math skills are some of the most powerful predictors of later learning. By introducing S.T.E.A.M. concepts in early childhood, South Hills Academy prepares today’s children to become tomorrow’s innovators, thinkers, entrepreneurs, and stewards of global well-being.
S.T.E.A.M. Preschool and Kindergarten
Science | Technology | Engineering | Art | Math
Our curriculum, although it will vary depending on age, is guided by the following underlying principles:
Children learn through dynamic investigation
Children instigate their
own learning
Learning comes from
open-ended experiences
Adults are facilitators of children’s learning
Kindergarten Program
Yes, we have a Kindergarten Program! Our Kindergarten teachers do an exceptional job to prepare children for their transition to elementary school. Our fully qualified teachers use both the Abeka Curriculum and our S.T.E.A.M. curriculum to ensure children are equipped to excel in first grade and beyond.
Spiritual Development
The students of South Hills Academy begin to develop a relationship with God through prayer, praise, and bible time daily. We also have a school-wide Chapel once a week. In Chapel we sing, dance, praise, and worship Jesus with music, and listen to a short message hosted by one of our own staff members or our on-campus church pastors. The kids absolutely love this special time.
Class Size
Parents appreciate the small class sizes at our preschool, which allow for specific attention to be given to the variety of developing levels of each student. Everyone is valued.
South Hills Academy Staff
Our teachers work together with parents to build a foundation of faith, school readiness, and a healthy social development for our children. We believe we are a part of children’s lives at a time when a crucial foundation is being laid in their development. We exist to serve the children and families in our care by applying early childhood education principles that foster the development of the whole child in a faith-based environment that is safe and nurturing.