Primary (TK - 2)

Building Strong Foundations for a Lifetime of Learning and Faith

Our Primary program lays the foundation for a lifelong love of learning and faith. As the youngest members of our TK–8 school community, students quickly discover what it means to belong to the St. Paul’s family.

They proudly wear school uniforms alongside their peers, participate in weekly Chapel, assemblies, and pep rallies, and build meaningful relationships with their Chapel Buddies. Each day, students grow academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually as they discover God’s love and the unique gifts He has given them.

Academic Excellence

Our Primary classrooms provide a strong foundation in literacy, mathematics, science, social studies, and Bible through engaging, hands-on learning. Students are encouraged to ask questions, explore new ideas, think creatively, and develop the confidence and independence to become lifelong learners.

Growing in Faith

Faith is woven into every part of the school day. Through daily Bible instruction, prayer, worship, and Christ-centered relationships, students learn to know Jesus, serve others with compassion, and live out Christian values both in and out of the classroom.

Preparing for the Future

The Primary years establish a strong foundation of faith, character, and academic excellence. As students grow in confidence and independence, they become well prepared for the exciting opportunities awaiting them in the Elementary program and beyond.

Explore Grades TK - 2

Each year of the Primary program builds upon the last, guiding students from a joyful introduction to school toward greater confidence, independence, and responsibility.

Transitional Kindergarten

A Joyful Beginning

Transitional Kindergarten offers children a joyful introduction to school through play, exploration, and hands-on experiences in a nurturing, Christ-centered environment. As valued members of the St. Paul’s family from their very first day, students build friendships, participate in school traditions, and develop the confidence, curiosity, and foundational skills needed for the years ahead.

Learning through play and exploration
Building friendships and classroom routines
Developing confidence and curiosity
Becoming part of the St. Paul’s community

Kindergarten

Building Strong Foundations

Kindergarten is a year of tremendous growth as students become confident readers, writers, and mathematicians. Through engaging, hands-on learning, weekly Chapel, school traditions, and meaningful relationships with their Chapel Buddies, students continue to grow academically, socially, spiritually, and emotionally.

Developing early reading and writing skills
Building mathematical understanding
Learning through hands-on experiences
Growing through Chapel Buddy relationships

Signature Experiences

American Adventures Sacramento Experience - An immersive exploration of California's history, government, and heritage.

1st Grade

Growing in Confidence

First graders blossom into confident readers, writers, and mathematicians while growing in independence, responsibility, and critical thinking. Through engaging, hands-on learning and Christ-centered instruction, students strengthen both their academic skills and Christian character.

Strengthening literacy and mathematics
Growing in independence
Developing responsibility and critical thinking
Building Christian character

2nd Grade

Leading with Faith

As the leaders of the Primary program, second graders embrace new challenges, model Christian character, and take greater ownership of their learning. With strong academic foundations and growing confidence, they are well prepared for a successful transition into the Elementary program.

Embracing new academic challenges
Taking ownership of learning
Modeling Christian character
Preparing for the Elementary program

Learning Beyond the Classroom

Learning extends well beyond the classroom. Primary students discover their interests, build meaningful relationships, and become active members of the St. Paul’s community through enriching experiences and treasured school traditions.

Art
Music & Choir
Library
Physical Education

Technology
Field Trips
Social & Emotional Learning
School Traditions & Special Events

A Place to Belong

From their first day, Primary students are fully part of the St. Paul’s school community. Through Chapel, assemblies, pep rallies, school traditions, and relationships with their Chapel Buddies, students develop a strong sense of belonging and learn what it means to encourage, serve, and care for others.

Ready for the Next Step

By the end of second grade, students have developed strong academic foundations, greater independence, and growing confidence in themselves as learners. Grounded in faith and Christian character, they are prepared to embrace the new opportunities and responsibilities of the Elementary program.

Explore Elementary Grades 3 - 5

Begin Your Child’s Journey at St. Paul’s

Discover a Christ-centered learning community where children are encouraged to grow in faith, knowledge, confidence, and purpose.

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