House of Parker Preschool is proud to partner with the Gorham School District to offer a high-quality, part-time public pre-kindergarten program free to eligible Gorham residents. This program provides children with a strong start to their educational journey in a nurturing, play-based environment rooted in community connection and early learning excellence.

Gorham Public Pre-K Program

Arrival / Free Play Explore

8:00

Clean-up / Morning
Meeting

8:30

Center Activities / Small Groups

9:30

Toileting / Snack

10:00

Group Themed Activity

10:30

Outdoor adventure / Indoor Gross Motor
activities

11:00

Dismissal

11:30

Our schedule follows a steady rhythm, though changes may occur based on the needs of the day.

A Sample of Our Daily Schedule

FOR CHILDREN WHO TURN 4 BY OCTOBER 15TH, 2025

Monday, Wednesday, & Friday
8:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Class Size: Max 12
Teacher/Student Ratio: 2:12

Free to eligible Gorham residents

Details

Each day begins with free play exploration, where children engage in hands-on activities in areas like science, sensory play, early math, reading readiness, art, building, and dramatic play. These experiences help them strengthen critical thinking skills, express creativity, collaborate with peers, and develop independence.

Our Public Pre-K Program is rooted in the PreK for ME and Handwriting Without Tears curriculum, aligned with the Maine Early Learning and Development Standards. We also incorporate Heggerty Phonemic Awareness for fun phonics and early reading skills and support social-emotional growth with Second Step® and Zones of Regulation, helping children navigate their feelings, solve problems, develop empathy, and build strong friendships. Each child is screened prior to enrollment or within 30 days of starting. Ongoing assessments guide our teaching throughout the year, with parent-teacher conferences held in both the fall and spring.

Children learn through a balance of child-led discovery and teacher-guided instruction, with group time that includes songs, stories, and opportunities for playful learning. Our curriculum extends beyond the classroom, embracing daily outdoor adventures that encourage exploration, resilience, and a deep connection to nature.

At House of Parker Preschool, we believe learning should feel like an adventure that's full of wonder, joy, and discovery. Our Preschoolers leave each day feeling confident, capable, and deeply loved.