Kindergarten at NHA
Welcome to the exciting world of kindergarten, where your child embarks on their educational journey. At National Heritage Academies (NHA®), we believe kindergarten is more than just academics—it's a holistic experience that nurtures social growth, creativity, and confidence. Our educators create a supportive environment where young minds explore, discover, and thrive. With a curriculum designed to ignite curiosity and a love for learning, we invite you to join us on this amazing journey of growth and discovery.
When Can My Child Start Kindergarten?
If you're wondering when your child can start school, you're not alone! Every state has its own minimum age requirements, and they vary.Kindergarten Calculator
NHA operates schools with kindergarten programs across nine states. Use our kindergarten calculator to help determine when your child can start at an NHA school.
Kindergarten Curriculum
Subjects that are taught in kindergarten include reading, math, science, and social studies, helping students build a strong academic foundation. Kindergarteners also explore art, music, and physical education, allowing students the opportunity to explore their interests, fostering a well-rounded student.
English Language Arts
Students build a strong foundation in reading and writing by learning how sounds and letters come together to form words. Through daily phonics instruction and practice, they develop the skills to decode words accurately and read with confidence. As they grow as readers, students expand their vocabulary, build fluency, and begin to understand and talk about what they read. With rich texts and engaging conversations, they learn to think critically, express ideas clearly, and develop a lifelong love of reading and writing.
Math
Students will build a strong foundation in number sense by exploring counting, comparing numbers, and understanding addition and subtraction within 10. Our curriculum uses hands-on experiences, real-life contexts, and visual models to help students develop a deep understanding of numbers, setting the stage for place value, algebraic thinking, geometry, and future problem-solving skills.
Science
Our youngest learners use their senses to explore and make sense of the world around them. As they investigate exciting topics, they also begin to think and act like scientists and engineers—asking questions, making observations, and solving problems. Along the way, they build essential skills like communication, collaboration, and creative thinking that will support them throughout their educational journey.
Social Studies
We’re committed to developing students who grow up to become thoughtful and compassionate citizens. Early on, students begin to understand the world around them as they explore places, people, and how we all work and live together. This helps them grow into kind and caring members of their community.
What Should My Child Know Before Starting Kindergarten?
Getting ready to start school is a big step on your child's learning journey. It's a time filled with excitement, and maybe a little nervousness, for both parents and kids. Here at NHA, we know how important this transition is, and we're here to help you get ready. Check out our Kindergarten Readiness page for useful tips, resources, and information to make sure your child has a great start to kindergarten.Learn More About Kindergarten Readiness
Moral Focus in Kindergarten
Strong hearts and minds impact the world in amazing ways. Virtues such as respect, perseverance, compassion, and courage are essential to what kids need to succeed and an essential part of what we teach. This helps students learn the importance of making good decisions and doing the right thing in life.
At NHA, we teach important values every day through our Moral Focus Program. This program is part of everything we do. Each month, students learn about a new virtue using picture books and daily lessons. Each week builds on the last to help students understand the virtue better. They start by learning what the virtue means, then connect it to what they already know and read. Students will also learn why the virtue matters, what it looks and sounds like in real life, and how to use it in their own lives.
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I love that my kindergartener is learning as much as he is! He is thriving academically and socially, and seems really happy at school.