Joan Bourriague’s Preschool was established in 1966 by Joan Bourriague, a local community member and kindergarten teacher, with a commitment to quality early childhood education and kindergarten readiness.
Susan Cretekos, a teacher who worked with Ms. Bourriague for many years, took over
the school in 1992. The school’s original mission to provide learning experiences
in a caring environment has been carried on by Ms. Cretekos as well as a caring and
knowledgeable staff that supports the same ideals.
Promotes self-esteem and builds confidence
Operates on the premise that learning is fun
Develops positive social skills and responsibility
Follows a teaching style specific to each child’s needs
Offers a small class size and a 1:5 Adult-to-Child ratio
Prepares children for elementary education
Engages children in interactive, age-appropriate learning tasks
Has a schedule that includes indoor and outdoor activity periods, both structured and unstructured play, and a daily snack time
