Primary Center
College begins in Kindergarten…and affordable quality education begins at NHCS!!
NHCS offers both half and full-day programs to three and four year old students. Our students learn how to become a good student and prepare to begin their education. Most of our four-year old students are reading before they even reach kindergarten.
The Primary Center is specially designed for preschool and kindergarten students. Our newly renovated building is secured by magnetic locking doors, security cameras and key code entry. NHCS students are given the advantage of an advanced curriculum in combination with a fun learning environment. An outdoor park is adjacent to the Primary Center, making playtime more accessible and safe. NHCS students have access to advanced academics, child care, and athletics.
The preschool faculty at NHCS is devoted to helping your child prepare for the classroom. While academic instruction is a priority, our primary goal in preschool is to help each student learn how to listen and pay attention during class time. We want our preschoolers prepared to be good students. Preschoolers are taught self-discipline in a fun learning atmosphere. Key aspects of the NHCS structured program include:
- Academic instruction including numbers, letters, phonics, writing, reading, computers, foreign language, and readiness skills
- Students are instructed to read, write, and sound out the alphabet
- Students are instructed to count and write numbers 1-100
- Students are instructed to read phonics blends, small words, and short stories.
- Students have access to typing programs and computer education software including Reader Rabbit and other educational programs.
- Students are introduced to community helpers such as state troopers, firefighters, medical workers, etc.
- Students are taken on fun and educational field trips. Such trips can include the Louisville Zoo, Blazer’s Fun Zone, Robert’s Family Farm, Radcliff Fire Station, Hardin County Library, etc.
- Learning to play/work with peers
- Learning to be silent when necessary
- Learning to walk in organized lines to and from the classroom
- Learning respect towards adults by addressing them properly i.e.“yes, ma’am/No sir�
- Learning to raise their hand when they have a question
These foundational rules in our program create disciplined students ready for educational success. NHCS faculty helps each student achieve their personal best through caring classroom control. Classroom rules are reinforced by a system of positive/negative discipline system. Each student begins every day with a clean slate. After adequate reminders and warnings, a student may lose a portion of their play time or similar punishment. Serious behavior issues are handled with the following policy:
The “Three Strikes, You’re Out!" policy was implemented to ensure the safety of each student. While it was created to be a preventative measure, it has the potential to dismiss students based on their behavior. While we understand the 
cognitive and development abilities of preschoolers, we will not allow students to harm themselves, their peers, or the faculty/staff. The first several week of school are dedicated to helping students understand their boundaries and classroom expectations. This policy is designed to protect our students from those who refuse to conform with classroom expectations. Students are not permitted to strike another student, use foul/crass language, or disrespect another student or faculty/staff member. This type of behavior is carefully monitored and recorded. Repeated offenses will result in the dismissal of the student.
Admission Requirements:
- The student must be three by October 1 in order to be eligible for admissions.
- The student must be completely potty trained.
- The student must be able to properly respond to authority.
Class sizes are set to 12 students per K3 class and 20 students per K4 class. NHCS offers multiple classes of each age level. However, space is limited. Classes fill very quickly with a waiting list. If you are interested in obtaining more information about the preschool program at NHCS, please contact the school office at (270) 351-7700 or email NHCoffice @comcast.net. The Primary Center handbook is also posted for your convenience. Please take the time to carefully review this publication prior to making an appointment with administration. We look forward to hearing from you!
Preschool Goals and Objectives
