Many parents and teachers prioritize cognitive and educational skills, such as counting, recognizing letters, and making letter sounds, before kindergarten. While these skills are introduced in Ironbridge Christian Academy’s preschool program, the primary focus is on developing social and independence skills essential for kindergarten readiness.

Preschool provides children with opportunities to interact with peers and adults, fostering self-control, patience, and problem-solving abilities that build perseverance. Additionally, exposure to books and media enhances language comprehension and helps children express their ideas effectively. This foundation allows teachers to further nurture each child’s unique abilities as they progress.

Ironbridge Christian Academy is proud to have a dedicated and experienced team of teachers and assistants. Many hold degrees in education or related fields, and all have prior experience working with preschoolers. Each staff member undergoes two comprehensive background checks before joining ICA. Our staff retention is excellent, with most teachers serving for over four years.

Ironbridge Christian Academy is proud to have a dedicated and experienced team of teachers and assistants. Many hold degrees in education or related fields, and all have prior experience working with preschoolers. Each staff member undergoes two comprehensive background checks before joining ICA. Our staff retention is excellent, with most teachers serving for over four years.

Teachers participate in regular in-service training, earning at least 10 Continuing Education Credits to stay updated on teaching methods. They also meet bi-monthly to plan activities and collaborate on classroom goals. Lesson plans are reviewed weekly by the director to ensure high-quality instruction. To keep parents informed, teachers create weekly newsletters so that parents are informed. Parents can easily reach teachers via phone, notes, or email.

ICA Preschool schedules two Parent/Teacher conferences annually, providing insights into each child's progress. At the end of the year, teachers also send a summary letter to help parents understand their child’s development. If any concerns arise, teachers promptly reach out to parents to schedule a conference.

Ironbridge Christian Academy follows the Chesterfield County school system’s September 30th birthday cut-off for class eligibility.

2’s Program:
Monday/Wednesday Class: Children must be 2½ by August 15th.
Tuesday/Thursday Class: Children must be 2 by August 15th. 
Classes have 8-10 students with a teacher and full-time assistant. Potty training is not required.

3’s Program:
Students must be 3 by September 30 to enroll in the three-day class (T/W/TH).
Each class has up to 10 students and a teacher, with an assistant shared between two classrooms. Potty training is required.

4’s Program:
Students must be 4 by September 30 to enroll in the four-day program.
Classes are divided by age, with a maximum of 10 students per class. One assistant teacher supports all classrooms.

ICA is proud to offer programs that meet the developmental needs of every child, ensuring a strong foundation for their future education.

The 2's program follows a biblically sound curriculum specifically developed for twos: Bible Quest, Toddlers and Twos. 

The other preschool teachers follow a guideline of very specific skills that are age-appropriate called Core Knowledge Skills (more information about the CK Preschool Sequence Skills available on their website: CoreKnowledge.org.) The CK skills cover a variety of skills: motor skills, movement and coordination; social skills, autonomy and independence; work habits; language, oral language, literacy and writing; and cognitive skills, mathematical reasoning, orientation in space and time, scientific reasoning, musical recognition. 

Within the Core Knowledge framework the three-year olds use a theme-based monthly plan of topics ranging from “My Family” to “Our Community Helpers” while also incorporating a Gospel Light Bible curriculum. The four-year old classrooms follow a letter of the week approach where stories, art activities and bible characters deal with the featured letter. Each month, the Core Knowledge Skills and Monthly Outline are posted and shared so that families are involved in all aspects of their child’s education.

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Yes! Weather permitting each class has a scheduled time out on the playground, and in case of inclement weather, the commons is used to allow children time to run and have some less structured fun.

Yes! Snacks are decided by the individual classroom teachers considering her class’ need for such. All children should bring a healthy meal that does not need either refrigeration or microwaving. We also ask that all children bring water to drink – no juice boxes or sodas. Lunch is eaten in the classroom in a relaxed manner giving the children ample time to eat while also encouraging them to use proper manners and conversation.

ICA is considered by the State of Virginia a religious exempt facility and follow guidelines set forth by the state regulating our operation. We have yearly fire and health inspections, staff health screenings, first aid training, and perform fire evacuation drills.

In August, parents will receive detailed drop-off and pick-up instructions based on the age of your student.  An emergency contact form is sent home in August where parents must list all persons having permission to take child from school.

Absolutely! We have several ways for parents to be involved from volunteering for field day, attending parent meetings, parenting classes, room parents, or signing up to be a substitute assistant.

You can begin the registration process by filling out an inquiry form here. Or, you can also email us at info@ironbridge.academy .  When our classes fill up, and they typically do, we can put you on a waitlist and call you when a spot becomes available.