
Welcome to Preschool at
St. Mary Magdalene!
At St. Mary Magdalene Catholic School, we believe that every child is a gift from God, full of potential and curiosity. Our preschool program nurtures young learners in a faith-filled, joyful environment where they can grow socially, emotionally, and academically.
We warmly welcome and serve children ages 3-5 in a nurturing and supportive setting, offering a balanced schedule that includes engaging activities, hands-on learning, and individualized attention. Our curriculum is designed to help each child build confidence, feel valued, and develop essential skills in a safe, welcoming space.
As a Gold-rated program through Step Up to Quality and licensed by the Ohio Department of Education, we uphold the highest standards of care and education, ensuring that every child receives the best start to their academic journey.
We invite you to explore how our program can be the perfect foundation for your child's future!
Our Approach to Learning
At St. Mary Magdalene, we embrace the Creative Curriculum, a research-based approach that fosters hands-on exploration and discovery. Our focus areas include:
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Social & Emotional Growth – Encouraging independence, confidence, and friendships.
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Cognitive Development – Building early literacy, math, and problem-solving skills.
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Faith-Based Learning – Incorporating Catholic values through stories, prayers, and songs.
Enrollment & Grant Opportunities
We offer several preschool options to fit your family’s needs:
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Five-Day Program (Monday–Friday): $550 per month
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Four-Day Program (Monday–Thursday): $520 per month
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Three-Day Program (Monday, Wednesday, Friday): $400 per month
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Two-Day Program (Monday & Thursday): $265 per month
We also offer grant opportunities to assist families who meet the income guidelines:
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Early Childhood Education (ECE) Grant – This state-funded grant helps eligible families cover a portion of preschool tuition.
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ESC Grant – An additional income-based grant available to qualifying families.
How to apply:
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Complete the Preschool Enrollment Form for the 2025-2026 school year. Forms are available in English and Spanish.
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Interested in financial assistance? Families who wish to apply for a grant must meet the income guidelines and provide required documentation.
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For questions or assistance, please contact Melissa Espinoza at mespinoza@cdeducation.org.

Important Links
Preschool Handbook:
In the end, it is the beginning that counts! Preschool sets a foundation for all children to be successful beyond SMM.
Please read the preschool handbook in helping our younger learners be as successful as possible.
Click HERE to view the handbook
Preschool Enrollment Forms:
2025-2026 SMM Preschool Enrollment Form - English - Click HERE
2025-2026 SMM Preschool Enrollment Form - Spanish - Click HERE
Contact Us Today!
Address
Contact
Opening Hours
488 S. Roys Ave., Columbus, OH 43204
614-274-8751
Mon - Fri
8:00 am – 3:00 pm