Pre-Kindergarten

Welcome to the Prospect Park Schools Preschool Program!

We are excited to partner with you to provide a meaningful and successful learning experience for your child. At Prospect Park, our preschool classrooms work together to foster a positive, developmentally appropriate, and socially responsive learning community.

Our dedicated teachers and staff collaborate to create and maintain a high-quality, cohesive program. Guided by best practices and the New Jersey Department of Education Implementation Guidelines, we ensure consistency and excellence across all classrooms. We implement The Creative Curriculum, utilize the GOLD Assessment Tool, conduct screenings with the Early Screening Inventory, and use state-mandated classroom observation tools to monitor and enhance the learning experience.

Additionally, every classroom benefits from the support of our preschool team, which includes a Preschool Instructional Coach and a Family Resource Coordinator. Together, we are committed to building strong foundations for all Prospect Park preschool students.

We look forward to an incredible year of growth and learning!

The daily schedule 

All classrooms follow a basic daily schedule and include the following experiences


Family involvement 

The home/ school relationship is very important. When schools & families partner together, children thrive. The preschool team will offer several family meetings throughout the year to provide ideas and materials to support learning at home.

Topics include:


Our Team 

Rawya Kyle is the Supervisor of the Early Childhood Department, overseeing the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs designed to support young learners. Her role includes providing leadership for curriculum development, professional development for teachers, and ensuring alignment with state and district standards to promote high-quality early childhood education. To contact Ms. Kyle, please call (973) 790-7909 ext. 1021 

Ronni Mendez is the Preschool Instructional Coach and supports all pre k classrooms through weekly visits, planning sessions, modeling, coaching and providing professional development. She is key to ensuring the preschool program remains unified throughout all settings.

Moumita Dey is the Family Resource Coordinator and facilitates a relationship between families, classrooms and community resources. Providing opportunities for family education including family academies and individual meetings. She also provides information to families about community resources to ensure that their social, emotional and health needs are being met. To contact Ms. Dey, please call (973) 790-7909 ext. 1033.


Our preschool provider 

The Child Development Center, 1800 Valley Road, Wayne, New Jersey 

Ongoing registration for Pre-K students. Registration is completed online.  Immediate Spots are available in our Provider School. For any questions, please contact Ms. Dey at (973) 790-7909 ext. 1033 

Frequently Asked Preschool Questions 

Pre-K 3 Program

Pre-K 4 Program

Kindergarten (KG)


Does my child have to be toilet trained to enroll in preschool?
No, your child does not need to be toilet trained to participate in our preschool program. Our staff will work with you to continue the training while he/she is in school.

How long is the preschool program?
The program is 5 days a week, 6 hours a day.  Preschool follows the school calendar for all school breaks and early dismissals.  Opening and dismissal times may vary by location.

Does my child have to attend 5 days a week?
Yes, this is a full day, five days a week program.  All students are expected to attend everyday.

Where Will Preschool Classes Be Held During the 2025-2026 School Year?

Preschool classes for the 2025-2026 school year will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis at School #1. Spots are limited and will only be reserved once all required documents are completed and uploaded to the RealTime portal. Additionally, we offer preschool classes at the Child Development Center in Wayne, New Jersey, which is affiliated with our public school system.

Will parent preference be taken into consideration for placement of my child?
We consider parent preference as one of the many factors that go into the placement of your child.  Please understand that we may not be able to accommodate each request; there is limited space in both locations and we must follow parameters set forth by the Department of Early Childhood Education.

What curriculum is used with the preschoolers?
We implement the New Jersey Department of Education approved Creative Curriculum in our preschool classrooms.



What are the hours of preschool?

Regular School Schedule
8:25 AM  Opening
2:30 PM   Dismissal 

Early Dismissal Schedule
8:25 AM  Opening
12:20 PM   Dismissal 

Delayed Opening Schedule
10:00 AM  Opening
2:30 PM    Dismissal