Playhouse Preschool
At the Playhouse created by SALT Performing Arts, we are committed to providing a learning environment where the children’s social and emotional development takes center stage. During their time at the Playhouse, children will collaborate with peers to socialize and problem solve, as well as self-express through a curriculum rooted in the fine arts. Preschoolers are made to feel right at home and are given endless opportunities to express themselves through dramatic play, storytelling, music, and movement. They will establish foundational social and pre-academic skills that will support their transition from home into the classroom as they build confidence and recognize school as a place they love to be.
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About the Program
During their time at the Playhouse, children are guided along in their social and emotional development while collaborating with peers to socialize and problem solve, as well as self-express through a curriculum rooted in the fine arts.
- Dramatic Storytelling
- Music
- Ballet
- Tap
Building pre-academic skills are also part of every day—developing classroom and academic readiness through planned activities, hands-on experiences, and student-led and teacher-led opportunities.
- Daily routines
- Phonemic awareness
- Number sense
- Fine and gross motor development
- Environmental awareness
Children enjoy the freedom and opportunities afforded by Montgomery's beautiful campus. Whether skipping to class or participating in a planned activity, the outdoors is part of every day.
- Exploration adventures
- Recess on the playground
- Learning opportunities at the "creek classroom"
2024-25 Schedule, Cost, and Registration
Sessions run September - June, from 8:30AM–12:30PM (half-day) or 8:30AM - 3:30PM (full-day). Yearly tuition rates are as follows:
| Half-Day | Full-Day | |
| 2 Day (T/Th) | $5,000 | $7,500 |
| 3 Day (M/W/F) | $7,400 | $11,000 |
| 5 Day (M-F) | $12,000 | $17,825 |
Contact Us
For more information, please contact Montgomery School's admissions office or Kelly Kunsch, Director of the Playhouse. We look forward to meeting you!
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Meet the Teachers
![Melissa Ferkler, Head Teacher]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1691085556/montgomeryschool/mgvybbuk83iceavzka8q/Untitled2.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1691085556/montgomeryschool/mgvybbuk83iceavzka8q/Untitled2.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1691085556/montgomeryschool/mgvybbuk83iceavzka8q/Untitled2.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1691085556/montgomeryschool/mgvybbuk83iceavzka8q/Untitled2.png","width":1080}])
![Laura Steidle, Assistant Teacher]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1691085601/montgomeryschool/bexgzzkfq21ccwceit4e/Untitled1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1691085601/montgomeryschool/bexgzzkfq21ccwceit4e/Untitled1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1691085601/montgomeryschool/bexgzzkfq21ccwceit4e/Untitled1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1691085601/montgomeryschool/bexgzzkfq21ccwceit4e/Untitled1.png","width":1080}])
![Valerie Dixon, Movement Teacher]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1691081802/montgomeryschool/tb8wdpawsoq0dg6mhaxf/Untitled.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1691081802/montgomeryschool/tb8wdpawsoq0dg6mhaxf/Untitled.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1691081802/montgomeryschool/tb8wdpawsoq0dg6mhaxf/Untitled.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1691081802/montgomeryschool/tb8wdpawsoq0dg6mhaxf/Untitled.png","width":1080}])
![Crystal Murphy, Music Teacher]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1691085576/montgomeryschool/t9sbiwdbcqo13vk90zmz/Untitled3.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1691085576/montgomeryschool/t9sbiwdbcqo13vk90zmz/Untitled3.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1691085576/montgomeryschool/t9sbiwdbcqo13vk90zmz/Untitled3.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1691085576/montgomeryschool/t9sbiwdbcqo13vk90zmz/Untitled3.png","width":1080}])
The Playhouse was a magical experience for our child. From the enrollment process to the final performance, the dreams and expectations we had for preschool were far surpassed. The incredibly dedicated teachers are masters in the art of pedagogy and deeply care about each individual student. Our child spent his Playhouse days immersed in music, dance, and visual arts lessons that elevated his imagination. He was taught language arts and critical thinking skills in a creative manner that instilled within him a deep love of learning. The tangible joy and love that we felt at this school was immeasurable. We could not be more grateful and honored that the Playhouse was our son’s educational foundation.
