Preschool
Ankeny Christian Academy offers a 3 and 4 year old Preschool program. There is a theme each week along with a letter from the alphabet, colors and numbers. The Preschool Department is currently using the ABeka curriculum. Our Preschool curriculum is taught from a biblical worldview, and our teachers are allowed to show the love of Christ in practical ways. Preschool teachers work directly with ACA kindergarten teachers to prepare students for kindergarten. ACA has five preschool staff: two teachers, one support staff, and two childcare staff who provide care before and after preschool.
There are two programs each year including a Christmas Program in December and a Spring Program in April. Our four-year-old class enjoys field trips to the Apple Orchard in the Fall and the Zoo in the Spring.
Our pre-school program includes a balance of opportunities for the development of the whole child from a Biblical perspective. Age appropriate activities encourage the child’s development spiritually, mentally, physically, emotionally and socially. Every child’s uniqueness is taken into consideration as they are nurtured and stimulated to grow and learn. ACA Preschool and Child Care is licensed by the State of Iowa.
ACA's preschool is located on Faith Baptist Bible College's campus in a newly renovated building. This allows for our preschool students to be a part of fun activities, like tractor rides around campus in the fall, and having interactions with college students who are pursuing early childhood education.
Our preschool partners with our childcare program to provide care before and after preschool and on non-preschool days if parents choose.
Options for attending preschool
Our preschool is full for the 2024-2025 school year. Check back later for the waiting list for 2025-2026.
Preschool & Childcare Pricing
There three options for attending preschool at ACA.
1. Full-time, attending both preschool and childcare five days a week.
2. Full days on preschool days, with childcare before and after preschool. Our four-year-old program is offered Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, and our three-year-old program is offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
3. Half-day preschool with no childcare. Our four-year-old program is Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 8-11 or 12-3, and our three-year-old program is Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8-11 or 12-3.
Waiting List
All of our spots are currently full. If you are interested in having your child attend ACA preschool for future years, please fill out the form below.