2 Years through Kindergarten
Where happy children love to learn.
A warm, wonder-filled community where every child between ages 2 and Kindergarten is known, celebrated, and nurtured.
- Class Philosophy - Small By Design
- Teacher Credentials - Degreed & Experienced
- Reading Support - Dedicated Specialist
- Learning - Indoors & Outdoors
Childhood is sacred. We treat it that way.
At Wichita Collegiate School, we believe the early years are among the most important of a child's life. Our Early Childhood program is built on a single, enduring conviction: when children feel safe, seen, and loved, they flourish.
Our teachers bring deep expertise and genuine delight to every age they serve. They build real relationships with each child, relationships that become the foundation for secure attachment, confident learning, and lifelong curiosity.
Every classroom, every routine, and every outdoor adventure is designed to honor the whole child - socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually.
“Where happy children and loving teachers share the joy of learning.”
- WCS Early Childhood Mission
Exceptional Teachers
Degreed, experienced, and genuinely passionate about early childhood, our faculty understand child development deeply and meet every child where they are.
Literacy-Rich Curriculum
A research-backed, structured approach to reading and writing, including data-driven reading instruction supported by a dedicated reading specialist in Kindergarten.
Social & Emotional Learning
Character education is woven into every day through Conscious Discipline. Children learn to navigate feelings, relationships, and real-life situations with confidence.
Specialist Enrichment
Dedicated specialists in music, physical education, and library enhance every child's experience far beyond the classroom.
Brain-Based Learning
We leverage the early years (the brain's prime window for language, memory, and cognitive development) with a curriculum carefully calibrated to maximize growth.
Campus Connection
Our youngest learners connect with older students through reading and math buddies and collaborative science and art projects across the whole WCS campus.
10-12
students per class (Ages 2-3)
14
students max (Pre-K)
15
students max (Kindergarten)
7:30-5:30
before and after care available Mon-Fri
5
dedicated specialists serving EC students
Learning Comes Alive Outside
Our nature-inspired outdoor classroom is one of a kind - a spectacular space where curiosity, discovery, and imagination have room to roam.
Raised planting beds, a science patio, native plants, and willow huts create an environment that seamlessly extends the wonder of the classroom into the natural world.
- Native plants & gardens
- Willow huts
- Mother Goose storybook journey
- Shaded pavilion
- Raised planting beds
- Bird’s nest sculpture
Program Options
A welcoming place for every stage.
| Age 2 |
Great Beginnings 3-hour sessions, 2–3 days/week. Morning or afternoon. Toilet training not required. |
| Ages 3–5 |
Preschool & PreK Half-day and full-day options. Montessori Primary for mixed ages 3–5. Chef-run lunch included for full-day. |
| Ages 3–5 |
Montessori Primary Mixed-age Montessori environment with a certified Montessori teacher and assistant, up to 18 students. |
| Age 5–6 |
Kindergarten Up to 15 students per class. Data-driven reading instruction with specialist support. Full day only. |
The Lifelong Difference
The skills they build here will carry them everywhere.
Our Early Childhood program is not just about getting children ready for first grade; it's about building the whole person. The habits of mind and heart that children develop here (resilience, curiosity, empathy, focus) travel with them through every stage of life.
- Problem-sloving
- Resilience
- Attention & focus
- Interpersonal skills
- Collaboration
- Love of learning
Ready to Find Your Place?
Wichita Collegiate School is more than a school; it's a home base for curious minds, kind hearts, and driven young people who want to make their mark. We invite you to visit, ask questions, and experience firsthand why Collegiate families choose to invest in their children’s futures here. Schedule a visit. Start the conversation. Find your place at Collegiate.