Enriching the Lives of Young Children
Welcome to Jenny Hart
We are a full-day Christian preschool dedicated to providing quality childcare for ages: 2-5 in the community of Irvine. We are a ministry of Shepherd’sGrove Presbyterian Church.
Our program is play-based and focuses on the overall development of each child. While enhancing a Christ-centered education, we emphasize social-emotional growth through relationship-building and promote brain development through sensory play and thoughtfully designed learning centers.
We offer a balanced combination of teacher-directed and child-initiated activities that are age-appropriate, ensuring the best learning experiences for your child.
Our Classes
We believe that children learn through a series of developmental stages, starting with trust. Establishing trust is essential, and we do this by building strong relationships with children and their families. We promote loving interactions in an emotionally enriched environment where children feel comfortable to grow and mature.
Blue Alligators 2 yrs
Our two-year-old class is a warm, welcoming environment designed to meet your child right where they are, no need to be potty trained to join us. At this age, children are learning through play, and our program emphasizes building strong, trusting relationships, establishing comforting routines, and encouraging self-help skills. Every day is filled with hands-on exploration, sensory experiences, music, movement, and opportunities to grow socially and emotionally. With gentle guidance and lots of encouragement, our teachers support each child in discovering independence, confidence, and joy in learning.
Brown Bears 2.9 yrs - 3.8yrs Bridge Class
Our Brown Bear class is a bridge between toddlers and preschoolers, designed for children who are close to being potty trained. This play-based program focuses on building friendships, practicing independence, and fostering confidence. With guidance and encouragement, children work on self-care skills, learn how to share and problem-solve with peers, and gain pride in their growing abilities, all while exploring, creating, and having fun together.
Purple Caterpillars 3-4yrs
Our Purple Caterpillars are curious explorers who are fully potty trained and ready for new challenges. Like our Brown Bears, they thrive in a play-based setting where friendships, independence, and confidence continue to grow. Children eagerly engage with new materials, sparking creativity, problem-solving, and pride in their accomplishments, all while building the social and self-help skills that prepare them for preschool success.
Yellow Ducks 3.9yrs - 4 Bridge Class
Our Yellow Duck class is designed for children who just miss the Pre-K cut-off, providing the perfect bridge between preschool and Pre-K. While still rooted in a play-based approach, this class begins introducing more focused Pre-K skills, always meeting children where they are developmentally. Through engaging activities, children practice early reading and writing with Alpha Friends, Open Court, and Handwriting Without Tears, while still enjoying plenty of play, exploration, and creativity.
Red Dinosaurs 4-5 yrs
Our Red Dinos are lively 4-year-olds preparing to be Kindergarten ready! Through a play-based approach, we weave in pre-reading, writing, and early math using Alpha Friends, Open Court, and Handwriting Without Tears. Children continue to explore, create, and problem-solve while building confidence, independence, and strong social skills. By year’s end, Red Dinos are not only ready for Kindergarten, they’re eager for the adventure ahead!
Kindergarten 5-6 yrs
Our Kindergarten program follows California State Standards while offering the benefits of a smaller, more personalized classroom environment. With individualized support, children build strong foundations in reading, writing, math, and problem-solving, while continuing to grow socially and emotionally through play, collaboration, and hands-on learning. In our nurturing setting, each child is encouraged to thrive at their own pace, gaining the skills, confidence, and curiosity they need to succeed in school and beyond.
Come Tour Our School
The best way to get to know Jenny Hart is to see the joy and learning in action! We invite you to join one of our group tours, offered several times each month. Tours last about 45 minutes and give you the opportunity to see our classrooms, meet our teachers, and experience the play-based environment that makes Jenny Hart so special.
Our next available tour will be at 10am on:
Thurs. Aug.28th at 10am | Wed. Sept. 10th | Thurs. Sept. 18th |
We’d love for you to join us and see firsthand how we nurture growth, independence, and a love of learning in every child.
Parent Praise
Our Success Stories
Jenny Hart is truly a five star school! All three of our children attended this preschool and kindergarten, and we couldn't be happier! The caring, dedicated teachers and staff created a nurturing environment that made learning exciting while building a strong academic foundation. Each of our kids entered first grade confident, ahead in reading and math, and ready to excel. Jenny Hart is the perfect balance of high-quality education and genuine warmth. We are so grateful for the incredible start it gave our family!
- Auntiga L
If you are looking for a loving and nurturing place full of positive energy for your child, this is the school for you! Our son loves going to school and seeing how happy he is at JH every day makes me so thankful that we chose this special place for him.
- Van C
We've been at Jenny Hart for 7 years and have had 3 children go through the school. It's truly the most special school that doesn't feel like "staff and students," it feels like FAMILY. The warm and caring environment, the kindest teachers, and the careful attention they give each student make Jenny Hart stand out from all the rest. I only wish they offered classrooms up to 8th grade!
- Lindsay P
Preschool FAQs Answered
Explore common inquiries about our preschool programs, activities, and admissions to ensure your child's bright educational journey.
What age groups does Jenny Hart cater to?
What curriculum does Jenny Hart follow?
Does Jenny Hart offer any extracurricular activities?
Yes, we provide various extracurricular activities including Webby Dance*,Soccer Shots*, and Music & Movement, classes to enhance children's creative and physical development. *Outside Vendors
What are the operational hours of Jenny Hart?
Jenny Hart operates from 7:00AM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday, offering flexible scheduling options for parents. We offer Fulltime and Part Week Schedules