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Kindergarten

A Joyful Place to Grow, Learn & Belong

Learning with joy. Growing in faith. Belonging together.

Welcome to Kindergarten at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic School!

We are so glad you’re here. Our kindergarten program is thoughtfully designed to nurture the whole child — academically, spiritually, socially, and emotionally. Through differentiated instruction, we meet each child exactly where they are, celebrating their unique God-given gifts while building a joyful love of learning rooted in our Catholic faith.

Here’s a glimpse of what our kindergarten community has to offer:

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Explore OLPH Glendale Kindergarten
Program Details
Learning Environment
Curriculum
Schoolwide Learning Expectations
Meet a Teacher

Program Details

Structure, joy, and faith — all in one place.

At OLPH, kindergarten is a full school day built for little learners to thrive:

Monday – Thursday
  • 7:45 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Friday
  • 7:45 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Each day opens with a morning greeting, prayer, and a fun song and dance — because happy kids are ready kids! Students engage in a rigorous, Catholic-values-based curriculum, with recess, exploratory classes, snack time, and quiet time woven throughout to keep energy balanced and minds fresh.

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Learning Environment

A season of discovery.

Our kindergarten program nurtures content mastery and character development through faith-based instruction, giving every child the foundation they need to flourish.

A Differentiated Curriculum Every child is made uniquely in God’s image — and we teach with that in mind. Through comprehensive assessments, we tailor instruction to each child’s individual needs, balancing academic, motor, social, and spiritual growth throughout the year.

Purposeful Character Development Faith is woven into every school day. Students attend Wednesday Mass, daily prayer, Friday Adoration, and a monthly school-wide Rosary. Parents partner with teachers in character formation, while P.E., Music, and Art give children space to discover their God-given talents.

Love Is Part of Learning Our teachers know that children grow best when they feel safe and loved. Through clear boundaries and a nurturing environment, students are encouraged to make mistakes, learn from them, and grow — always guided by the example of Jesus’ kindness and patience.

Technology as a Tool Technology supports learning at OLPH — it doesn’t lead it. Students explore safe, purposeful uses of technology, and get to interact with Ben Ben (our humanoid robot) and La Chona (our beloved cyber dog 🐾), sparking a sense of wonder and curiosity about the world’s most advanced technologies.

We’d Love to Meet You!

The OLPH family is best experienced in person. Come walk our halls, meet our teachers, and see firsthand the faith-filled, joyful environment where your child will grow, learn, and belong.

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Placeholder: “We’re parents of three students at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, and we’re grateful for how much they’ve grown: spiritually, academically, and emotionally. The teachers challenge them with a strong curriculum, nurture their development, and prepare them for a strong future.”

— Sergio and Irania R.

Parents of a preschooler, 2nd grader, and 4th grader

Kindergarten Curriculum

At Our Lady of Perpetual Help, our kindergarten core curriculum is thoughtfully designed to build strong academic foundations while keeping faith at the center of every school day. Our little learners engage in a rich, well-rounded program that spans:

  • Religion & Faith Formation
  • Reading & Language Arts
  • Writing
  • Math
  • Science
  • Social Studies

Complementing the core curriculum, students also enjoy Art, Music, and P.E. — specialist classes that nurture creativity, self-expression, and physical well-being, and give every child the opportunity to discover their God-given talents.

Our kindergarten program lays a strong academic foundation for first grade and beyond, while honoring the natural developmental needs of young learners. We nurture gross and fine motor skills, social skills, and independence — preparing students for the expectations of elementary school in a warm, supportive environment.

Learning at OLPH is both collaborative and personal. Students experience group activities and independent study, building teamwork alongside self-discipline. A few times a week, students also bring home assignments to gently establish healthy study habits and keep families connected to classroom learning.

At OLPH, every child deserves to feel safe, seen, and valued. Student safety is our highest priority — and it begins with our Catholic values. By modeling and teaching respect, kindness, and compassion, we cultivate a school culture where every child belongs. Our campus maintains dedicated safety protocols and conducts thorough background checks on all staff, so families can feel confident their child is in caring, trustworthy hands.

Program Schedule

Morning Greeting
Pledge and prayer
Breakfast
Music / P.E./ Art
Social Studies
Community Circle
Religion
95% (curriculum designed to improve decoding and spelling skills)
Recess
Lunch
Math
Reading
Writing
Quiet work
Dismissal

Schoolwide Learning Expectations

At OLPH, we are shaping more than students — we are forming faith-filled, lifelong learners ready to make a difference in the world.

Our Catholic Faith

  • Displays knowledge of our faith and the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church
  • Develops spiritually through prayer
  • Plans and participates in liturgies and devotions
  • Practices the gospel teaching by serving the community

Life Long Learner

  • Is a problem solver.
  • Makes good Catholic choices.
  • Sets and achieves goals.
  • Uses time wisely.
  • Cooperates and follows directions.
  • Uses study skills.

Proficient Communicator

  • Communicate ideas.
  • Uses technology appropriately.
  • Expresses wants and needs.
  • Works cooperatively with others.

Humanitarian

  • Shows love to all God’s Creation.
  • Respect others and their belongings.
  • Understands the responsibility of a good citizen.
  • Accepts responsibility for their own actions.
  • Expresses patriotism.

Our teachers

Ms. Sonya Ruiz

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Ms. Ambria Robles

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Ready to Join Our Family?

The OLPH difference is best experienced in person.

At Our Lady of Perpetual Help, kindergarten is more than a grade level — it’s the beginning of a lifelong journey of faith, learning, and belonging. If you’re looking for a Glendale kindergarten that nurtures the whole child, we’d love to meet you.

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