pre-k: Ready, set, read

The Playroom Pre-K is for children ages 3-5 years.

YOUR STUDENT WILL LEARN—

 
  • develop oral language and expand vocabulary through interactive read-aloud sessions
  • dive into the alphabetic principle, laying the ground work for a strong literacy foundation
  • enhance fine motor skills through creative drawing, writing, sensory and art activities
  • explore and increase phonological awareness skills through word play, songs and games
  • increase social skills and have fun with friends

Class Registration

Pre-School Prep Sessions

Join us 1 -Day a Week for 14 weeks on
Tuesdays or Thursdays
from 9a-11:30a.
$ 550 Per Session
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Pre-School Prep Sessions

Join us 2-days a week for 14 weeks on
tuesdays & thursdays
from 9a-1130a
$ 1100 Per Session
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Stay & Play Sessions

Stay & Play allows a child to Drop-In at The Playroom on the day of Playroom Pre-K.
included
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  • Payment must be made at time of registration to secure class spot.
  • Payments are non-refundable.
  • A 5% credit card fee fee added to all online transactions
  • Classes are full with 10 students; must have 5 registered for the class to run.
  • If HCPS is closed due to inclement weather, classes will be cancelled. If HCPS is delayed, classes will be delayed.
  • If you are unable to make it to your scheduled class, one make-up visit will be issued each session with a pass to The Playroom for free play. The pass must be picked up before the end of the session.

Forgot to Register?

Call to see if there are still openings in the class of your choice.
Join late and enjoy a prorated fee!

Call to see if there are still openings in the class of your choice. Join late and enjoy a prorated fee!

meet your teachers

Sarah McQueen

a former primary school teacher, who left the classroom to stay home with her own children.  She continued to stay in the education field as an Educational Consultant, Executive Functioning Coach, and Tutor with Baltimore Family Therapy.  She is excited to be the proud co-owner of Ready, Set, Read! and to see your student reach their full potential!!

Certifications include:

  • Master of Education
  • Certified teacher in the State of Maryland with certifications to include early childhood education and elementary education
  • Trained in Orton-Gillingham based instruction

Jennifer Pettey

the founder of Ready, Set, Read and a former primary school teacher turned professor of education at Loyola University.  She is an academic language therapist that specializes in building foundational reading skills. 

Certifications include:

  • Certified teacher in the State of Maryland with certifications to include early childhood education, elementary education and special education. 
  • Dyslexia therapist 
  • Trained in Orton-Gillingham based instruction

Testimonials

Sarah is an amazing tutor and an incredible person! She genuinely cares about our son's progress and celebrates every victory with him.
Matt
Dad
Jen's enthusiasm and genuine care for students creates an incredibly positive environment. Her energy is infectious and is truly admired by all students.
Amy
Mom