What We Offer
Our Transitional Kindergarten (TK) program is designed to bridge the gap between preschool and kindergarten with a more advanced but developmentally appropriate curriculum. We focus on essential early literacy skills, including letter recognition, sound blending and sign word identification, to build a strong reading foundation. In addition to literacy, our program introduces math concepts, science exploration, and social studies through engaging, hands-on activities that encourage problem solving and critical thinking. Children will also begin learning the Armenian alphabet, gaining familiarity with several letters while developing language skills and learning writing orientation strokes in Armenian. Beyond academics, we emphasize social-emotional growth by fostering independence, confidence, and classroom readiness. Our goal is to ensure a smooth and successful transition into kindergarten, equipping children with the skills they need to thrive. Join us in fostering a love for learning in your child’s academic journey.
Enrollment Fees: $950
Due at time of registration to guarantee a spot for your child for each school year. Enrollment fees are non-refundable.
- Annual Registration Fee: $500
- Earthquake/Disaster Preparedness & Security Fee: $200
- Special In-House Monthly Events & Supply Fee: $250
Tuition
The following are the tuition rates and school fees for the 2025-2026 school year.
Full Time Program (per calendar month)
- Five Full Days $1532 .00
- Four Full Days* $1394.00
- Three Full Days* $1217.00
*Part-time space requested days are limited and available upon approval.
Sibling Discounts
- Siblings attending school at the same time will receive 50% off the second and third sibling’s Annual Registration fee.
- There will be no discount applied to other enrollment fees.
- First sibling will have 15% off their monthly tuition
- Second sibling will have 30% off their monthly tuition.
Transitional Kindergarten FAQs
Here at First Steps we strive to help strengthen and maintain children’s Armenian identity and cultural roots. In order to preserve an important aspect of our heritage, our language, we incorporate both Armenian and English into our curriculum and daily activities. We strive to teach children words and phrases in both languages to strengthen both their English and Armenian.
Our staff consists of a culturally variant group of teachers and assistants who speak a variety of different languages and dialects. We strive to maintain a sense of togetherness while adjusting curriculum to fit the needs of children’s dialects rather than separating children on the basis of dialect. For example, in a classroom with both Western and Eastern Armenian speaking students, worksheets would be produced in both dialects to cater each student’s needs.
For each age group, First Steps has assigned a different color uniform. Uniforms are available for purchase at Modella Uniforms.
Yes. The tuition rate includes a morning snack and lunch. After enrollment, parents will receive a lunch menu with a weekly breakdown of all items on our menu.