St. Maria Goretti School offers a Transitional Kindergarten (TK) program designed to provide a nurturing and educational environment for young learners. The school emphasizes individualized attention, recognizing each child's unique talents, learning styles, and personalities. This approach ensures optimal social, emotional, and educational development. 

The TK class maintains a low student-teacher ratio, fostering personalized instruction and a strong sense of community among students. This setting allows children to build friendships and become integral members of the broader school community. 

Faith formation is central to the TK experience at St. Maria Goretti. Students participate in weekly Mass, daily prayers, and religion courses, helping them understand and embrace Gospel values. This spiritual foundation is integrated into all aspects of learning, promoting moral development alongside academic growth.

The curriculum focuses on kindergarten standards in a developmentally appropriate manner for 4- and 5-year-olds. It includes:

• Math: Introduction to numbers, shapes, and problem-solving skills.

• Language Skills: Development of communication abilities, vocabulary expansion, and following simple directions.

• Reading Skills: Learning alphabet letters and sounds, engaging in rhyming activities, and reading simple words.

• Comprehension: Enhancing the ability to ask and answer questions from read-aloud books and sequencing stories using pictures.

• Writing: Developing proper pencil grip, letter formation, and drawing pictures to tell stories.

• Social-Emotional Learning: Managing emotions, sharing with others, and taking initiative in learning new things. 

For more information or to register, please contact St. Maria Goretti School at (562) 425-5112.