We Value the Whole Child!
St. Francis Creche preschool is a nurturing place of learning, where every child is celebrated for their uniqueness. We strive to provide experiences for our children so that they can learn and grow in every area of development.
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Our Goal
As our outside sign says, “We welcome you!” Our goal is to inspire a love of lifelong learning and provide engaging activities where children gain independence and a strong sense of self. We view children as extremely capable individuals and strive to create classroom environments that are sensitive and nurturing to each child’s changing needs. Students learn through exploring, creating, engaging and experiencing in an enriched environment scaffolded by experienced teachers. We balance purposeful play with active, academic learning.

Located on six beautiful acres of woods and open spaces at St. Francis Episcopal Church in Great Falls, VA.

We promote spiritual and Christian growth through participation in regular chapel services.

Our program is built on a strong foundation for learning and character development.

We offer enriching educational experiences which facilitate
Physical
Growth
Social
Growth
Spiritual
Growth
Cognitive
Growth
We implement a theme-based curriculum using literature, art and music to foster communication, creativity and problem-solving skills in developmentally appropriate ways.

Outdoor Classroom
Our new Outdoor Classroom is open for play! This is a place where children can explore nature, walk across stumps and build with natural blocks/tree cookies. Studies suggest that direct exposure to nature is essential for a child’s healthy physical and emotional development.
- Explore nature
- Walk across stumps
- Balance along a log
- Build with natural blocks/tree cookies
- Explore
- Create
The Outdoor Classroom is a place where children can immerse themselves in nature, observe insects, pretend play, and therefore improve their cooperation and problem-solving skills while having fun.
“We love the Creche. It is a warm, caring and safe place. I am constantly amazed by the creative crafts and songs.”
“So pleased! Our son has learned so much this year. The teachers are great and the classroom is wonderful and the whole staff is so friendly and you all clearly love children!”
“Awesome! I am so impressed with the staff, the facilities – everything. This was our fourth preschool. It was the best, by a mile.”
“Every child is known and loved and appreciated at the Creche. Again, please know my appreciation of you and all of your teachers at St. Francis Creche. Matthew (and family) had a wonderful experience! You have a very caring and competent staff that truly makes a difference and provides a beautiful foundation for a lifelong love of school and learning! Thank you!!!”
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St. Francis Creche Preschool
9220 Georgetown Pike
Great Falls VA 22066
Phone: 703-759-2522
Cell phone: 703-864-6448
Email: creche@stfrancisgreatfalls.org
Notice Of Non-Discriminatory Policy As to Students
St Francis Creche Pre-School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis or race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.