BOWLING GREEN
CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
3 to 5 Years-Old
Preschool
As your child approaches preschool, you’re probably as excited as you are nervous.
Preschool means your child will learn new skills, make friends, and establish an early academic foundation. As a parent, you know these early years are about so much more than kindergarten readiness; it’s also a time for instilling in your child the confidence and security needed to be successful inside and outside the classroom.
Our goal at BG Christian Academy Preschool is to provide a safe, loving environment for our littlest Lions to develop. Not only will your preschooler be developing pre-academic skills for future success in reading, writing, and math, they will also be growing socially, emotionally, and spiritually. Our play-based, christ-centered program creates connection and community during these early formative years. We promote curiosity and creativity while partnering with parents on developmental milestones. At BG Christian, your child will be known, loved, and prayed for every day.
Preschool Classes
All children in our programs enjoy opportunities to learn, grow, and play throughout the day. Class eligibility is determined by the child’s age as of August 31st of the upcoming school year.
*Please note, all students are required to be completely potty-trained before the start of school.
CUBS CLASS – 3 yr. olds
Tue & Thu | 9am-12pm
Must be 3 by Aug. 31st
Before-Care available*
JR. LIONS 3 DAY – 4/5 yr. olds
Mon/Wed/Fri | 9am-12pm
Must be 4 by Aug. 31st
Before-Care & Extended Day available*
JR. LIONS 5 DAY – 4/5 yr. olds
Mon - Fri | 9am-12pm
Must be 4 by Aug. 31st
Before-Care & Extended Day available*
Additional Class Options
All preschool classes run 9am-12pm. To better serve our busy families, we offer additional options to accommodate them including Before and Extend Care.
Before Care
Drop-off between 8am-9am
Must register at time of enrollment - limit 12 students
No extra charge
Extended Care
Extends the day 12pm-3:30pm
Includes a lunch time, rest time, and enrichment classes
Must apply at time of application - limit 14 students
Additional charges apply - see our Tuition Page for details
At BG Christian, you will see your child:
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Master new skills through play, movement, music, and biblical integration of developmentally appropriate content
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Practice social skills through positive interactions, while also learning how to get along with classmates and appropriate ways to deal with feelings and emotions
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Establish a life-long love of Christ through dedicated Bible lessons, biblical integration in the classroom, and attending chapel on Fridays
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Be welcomed, loved, and prayed for each day by our amazing preschool teachers and staff
Christ-Centered Community
Even our youngest students participate in Bible lessons, worship, and daily prayer. All areas of instruction are approached through a biblical worldview. Our teachers are believers who exercise their faith and values as they model Christian behavior inside and outside the classroom, prioritizing loving God and loving their neighbor.
Play-Based Learning
Preschool students will enjoy a wide variety of sensory and tactile experiences to foster fine and gross motor skills. They are also encouraged to explore their creativity and are introduced to the creative nature of God through music, art, stories, and games.
Well-Rounded Development
At each level, students will be working to develop age-appropriate pre-academic skills in reading, writing, and mathematics. Our program also fosters students' social, emotional, and spiritual growth.
Meet a Teacher
Mrs. Kathy Watkins
Classes Taught: Jr. Lions 3 Day and Cubs
Experience: 18 years teaching both public and private in Kentucky, Texas, and Ohio
Mrs. Watkins, a graduate of Cedarville University with a BA and Masters in Elementary Education, found a special place at BG Christian when she enrolled her three children. Witnessing the teachers' dedication to their academic and spiritual growth, she felt a calling to join the team when the opportunity arose. Mrs. Watkins enjoys exploring new destinations and embarking on adventures with her family. When she's not busy with that, she's likely curled up with a good book, tending to her garden, tackling a puzzle, or hitting the nature trails.
Mrs. Mindy Radabaugh
Classes Taught: Jr. Lions 5 Day
Experience: 4 years teaching in public school, and has been teaching at BG Christian since 2019.
As a graduate of Bluffton University with a BA in Early Childhood Education and Intervention, and Bowling Green State University with a Masters in Early Childhood Intervention, Mrs. Radabaugh brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her role at BG Christian. Initially drawn to the school's supportive community as a parent, she joined the faculty in 2019. Mrs. Radabaugh loves that, with our Christian curriculum and spirit-filled staff “faith can be integrated into every subject!” From sharing stories and singing songs to celebrating milestones and fostering everyday interactions, she creates a nurturing environment where students can grow spiritually and academically. Mrs. Radabaugh's love for her students and colleagues extends beyond the classroom, as she dedicates her free time to volunteering at her church and spending quality moments with loved ones.