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St. Thomas, Missouri

Small hands,
big beginnings.

A nurturing preschool where curiosity is cultivated, confidence is built, and every child discovers the joy of learning on their own terms.

Young children engaged in creative learning activities at Leap Of Faith Preschool

Nurturing

Learning Environment

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Child painting and engaging in creative art activities
Children playing and socializing during outdoor time
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About Us

A place where
every child
belongs.

Leap Of Faith Preschool was founded on a simple conviction: the earliest years are the most formative, and they deserve nothing less than thoughtful, intentional care. Located in the heart of St. Thomas, Missouri, we offer a warm, structured environment where young minds are free to explore, ask questions, and grow at their own pace.

Our programs are designed to meet children where they are — whether they are taking their first steps in a classroom setting or preparing to cross the threshold into kindergarten. We blend structured learning with unstructured play, language development with social-emotional growth, and individual attention with collaborative discovery.

Families choose us because we treat every child as an individual and every parent as a partner. This is not a one-size-fits-all approach. It is a community built on trust, transparency, and a shared belief that early education should be both rigorous and joyful.

100%

Dedicated Staff

Small

Class Sizes

Every

Child Nurtured

Our Programs

Programs tailored
to each stage

From first steps to kindergarten readiness, our curriculum is thoughtfully designed to support your child's unique developmental journey.

Toddler classroom with young children exploring educational toys
Ages 2–3

Toddler Exploration

A gentle introduction to group learning where sensory play, language exposure, and social awareness lay the groundwork for a lifelong love of learning.

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Preschool children engaged in structured learning activities
Ages 3–4

Preschool Foundations

Building confidence through guided discovery — early literacy, numeracy, creative expression, and collaborative play in a supportive classroom environment.

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Kindergarten readiness program with children preparing for school
Ages 4–5

Kindergarten Readiness

A purposeful bridge to formal schooling — strengthening pre-academic skills, independent thinking, and the social confidence every kindergartener needs.

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Specialty Program

Language Development

Early bilingual exposure and structured language enrichment that builds communication skills, cultural awareness, and cognitive flexibility from the earliest years.

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Specialty Program

Driving & Motor Skills

Purposeful movement activities that develop gross motor coordination, balance, and body awareness — essential foundations for physical confidence and classroom readiness.

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Our Approach

Education that
follows the child.

We believe children learn best when the environment respects their natural curiosity. Our approach is rooted in developmental science, shaped by patience, and guided by the understanding that every child arrives with their own rhythm, interests, and strengths.

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Child-Centered Curriculum

Lessons emerge from what interests your child. We observe, we adapt, and we build learning experiences that feel meaningful to them — not imposed upon them.

02

Play as Pedagogy

Structured play is not a break from learning — it is the primary vehicle for it. Through guided play, children develop problem-solving skills, emotional regulation, and creative thinking.

03

Family Partnership

Parents are the first teachers. We keep an open door, regular communication, and genuine collaboration at the center of everything we do.

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Get In Touch

We'd love
to meet you.

Whether you have questions about our programs, want to schedule a tour, or simply want to learn more — reach out. We respond to every inquiry personally.

Address

117 E Fowler St

St. Thomas, MO 65076

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