We are open and alive with joyful learning!
Trinity Community Preschool is a private, non-profit, faith-based community preschool serving families across Woodbridge, CT, and the surrounding towns of Seymour, Bethany, Hamden, Prospect, Beacon Falls, Cheshire, North Haven, New Haven, and many more.
Over 40 Years of Joyful Learning
for Children Ages 1.5 to 6 Years Old
At Trinity Community Preschool, your child will be well loved by our staff! Our teachers want to be here and are warm, nurturing and responsive. We believe trusting relationships with caring adults are necessary to help children grow in key areas of development including; empathy, cooperation, self-regulation, socialization, language, communication, peer relationships, and identity formation. Incorporated into the curriculum are child appropriate Bible stories about God’s love for us.
In operation for over 40 years as a service of Trinity Evangelical Free Church, Trinity Community Preschool is licensed by the State of CT Office of Early Childhood. We follow CDC and CT Office of Early Childhood COVID guidelines and have taken all the necessary precautions to keep our children, families and staff safe.
Email Director Sharon Culbertson, SharonC@trinityefc.com, to inquire about a meeting and tour of our facility. Fall Registration begins in January for returning families and February 1st for new families. Enrollment remains open until full, please inquire.
Here at Trinity Community Preschool, we seek to provide young children with the environment and experiences to develop positive dispositions for life-long learning!
Our Purpose
Trinity Community Preschool Exists:
- To provide a nurturing, faith-based community of joyful learning in which young children can grow in all areas of development.
- To provide opportunities for young children to gain knowledge and understanding about God, His love and His work through people and the world around us.
- To foster the development of competent and confident learners
- To provide support that compliments and strengthens positive parental roles.
- To instill in young children a strong sense of belonging, trust, autonomy and initiative as the developmental foundation for school readiness and future success.
Meet Snoopy!
Snoopy is a young drawf holland lop rabbit. He has been socialized and adores attention and being pet by the children. Snoopy is in the entrance foyer every school day and the children can greet him upon entering or visit with him at other times during the day. He brings joy and comfort to every child who interacts with him.
Suggested reading; “The Rabbit Listened” by Cori Doerrfeld
Our Program (click below to expand)
Meets the needs of young children.
Recognition of individual differences and flexibility within the scope of our practice and program.
Balanced child and teacher directed activities , along with opportunities for large and small group time.
Ongoing communication between staff and families regarding progress or concerns (i.e. parent/teacher conferences, referrals regarding special needs when appropriate, etc...).
Strives to protect the health and safety of children.
Doors securely locked, with access codes given only to staff and families.
Fully screened staff, certified in Pediatric CPR and First-Aid along with Administration of Meds and Epi-pen.
Clean facility with proper emergency plans in accordance with State Licensing.
Qualified Consultants in the areas of Education, Health, and Social Services.
Registered Nurse on site 5 days a week.
Creates a child-friendly space.
Spacious, light classrooms with child-appropriate furnishings and accessible bathrooms.
Play centers designed to challenge and encourage a variety of learning styles.
Large indoor gymnasium, fully equipped kitchen and a fenced-in outdoor playground.
Supports and encourages families.
Monthly classroom calendars and preschool newsletters with information and practical tips on enhancing your child's early education.
Fun family field trips and social events held throughout the year.
Builds character and community.
Positive character traits, such as kindness, gentleness, patience, self-control, helpfulness and thankfulness are intentionally taught.
Opportunities are made available to involve families in contributing to local and world-wide relief efforts.