Early childhood programs

Lil’ bengal beats · Bengal Cubs 2’s Program · Preschool

A Strong Start Begins Here

From your child’s very first experiences through preschool, our early childhood programs are designed to nurture curiosity, independence, and a lifelong love of learning. We combine play-based exploration with intentional teaching to support both academic readiness and social-emotional development. 

  • Programs starting as early as 3 months 

  • Caregiver-inclusive early learning 

  • Blended classroom model 

  • Integrated enrichment (music, movement) 

  • Strong community feel 

Programs for Every Early Stage (Ages 0–4) 

We meet children — and families — where they are. Whether you’re looking for a first shared experience with your infant or a structured preschool environment, our programs are thoughtfully designed to support every stage of early development. 

Lil’ Bengal Beats (3 Months–3 Years + Parent) 

Lil’ Bengal Beats is a music-based class for infants and toddlers (ages 3 months–3 years) designed for children and their parents to explore rhythm, movement, and early social interaction together. Led by our Early Childhood Music Specialist (and Old Town School of Folk Music legend!), this program creates a joyful, welcoming environment where families can bond, learn, and experience our school community firsthand.  

Lil’ Bengal Beats meets once a week for half an hour in the Early Childhood music room. 

Class sizes are intentionally limited to ensure a personalized and engaging experience.  

Bengal Cubs (Age 2 + parent) 

A gentle, supportive first step into the classroom environment with caregiver participation.  

We meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9-11am and there are 20 to 22 playgroup gatherings in each seasonal session: 

  • ‘26-’27 Fall session meets from September 8 - November 19 (22 sessions) 

  • ‘26-’27 Winter session meets from January 5 to March 11 (20 sessions) 

  • ‘26-’27 Spring session meets from March 23 to May 27 (20 sessions) 

Children experience:

  • Open play 

  • Circle time 

  • Playground time 

  • Arts & crafts 

  • Music and movement in Gross Motor Room and WonderLab

 

Class sizes are intentionally limited to ensure a personalized and engaging experience.   

Half and Full Day Preschool (Ages 3–4) 

A mixed-age classroom designed to foster independence, collaboration, and growth. We combine play-based exploration with intentional teaching to support both academic readiness and social-emotional development. 

  • Early literacy and language development 

  • Foundational math concepts 

  • Social-emotional growth 

  • Independence and routine-building 

  • Peer learning 

  • Balanced structure + play 

  • Confidence building 

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Contact Ashley Foster, Director of Enrollment & Marketing, at afoster@stbenedict.com or 773-509-3814.