Kindergarten: A Year of Beginnings
Kindergarten at Augustine Classical Academy is a joyful introduction to learning that nurtures curiosity, builds confidence, and establishes strong academic and spiritual foundations. Through a thoughtful balance of structure and play, students begin their school journey with a love for learning and a readiness to grow.
Building Academic Foundations
Kindergarten focuses on developing essential skills in reading and math while cultivating joy in learning. Students learn letter sounds through systematic phonics instruction and engage with classic children’s literature. Math concepts are introduced through hands-on activities, songs, and daily practice that build confidence and number sense while pointing to God’s orderly world.
Faith, Character, and Community
Students are introduced to the story of Scripture through key passages from the Old and New Testaments, developing an early love for God’s Word and an understanding of biblical virtues. Daily routines and guided instruction help students grow in kindness, self-control, and respect as they learn what it means to be part of a caring classroom community.
Discovering God’s World
Through age-appropriate study of history, geography, and science, students begin to understand themselves, their families, and the world around them. They explore maps, observe nature, and develop curiosity through simple science experiences that encourage wonder and thoughtful observation.
A Thoughtful Daily Rhythm
Our program is designed to support school readiness. Each day includes a variety of activities—from songs and chants to quiet story time, hands-on learning, and imaginative play—helping children develop a “ready to learn” posture while honoring their natural love of discovery. We also get outside!
Half-Day and Full-Day Options
Augustine offers both half-day and full-day Kindergarten options, providing flexibility for families while maintaining a nurturing, intentional learning environment that supports each child’s growth.
The Augustine Experience By Grade
An Augustine education is thoughtfully built year by year, with each stage preparing students for the next. Explore what students experience at each grade level.
7 North Main Street | Mechanicville, NY 12118 | 518.541.2089
Augustine Classical Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational or administrative policies, financial aid and scholarship programs, athletics or other school-administered programs. Students are enrolled based on evidence of their ability to thrive in Augustine Classical Academy's Christian, classical course of studies and culture. In addition, subject to the Constitution of the United States and all applicable state and federal laws, Augustine Classical Academy does not discriminate in its employment practices.
