Beginning the Journey into Structured Learning.
Our Junior Pre-K students are beginning their journey into more structured academic activities balanced with hands-on learning that promote discovery and exploration.
- More structured academic activities
- Balanced with hands-on learning
- Promotes discovery and exploration

Language, Math, Science & Social Studies.
Children will be introduced to a series of subjects and concepts that include early language and literacy, writing skills, mathematics, science, and social studies. Students will read thematic books, engage in discussion, create their own short stories, sort, sequence and match, as well as conduct science experiments.
- Early language and literacy, and writing skills
- Mathematics — sorting, sequencing, and matching
- Science experiments and social studies
- Thematic books, discussion, and creating their own short stories
Instruments, Singing & Dance.
Students will also have the opportunity to play instruments, sing, and dance! In our Junior Pre-K program, we also focus on teaching students critical social skills such as how to share toys, clean up after oneself, and proper manners.
- Opportunities to play instruments, sing, and dance
- Learning to share toys and take turns
- Cleaning up after oneself and proper manners
Reinforcing Skills at Home.
In this program, students will be introduced to homework for the first time. Children will be given a brief packet of homework to take home each week to complete and return. This will give parents a chance to work with their children at home and reinforce skills learned in the classroom.
- A brief homework packet each week
- Completed at home and returned to class
- Gives parents a chance to reinforce classroom skills
Join the Junior Pre-K Program.
Official License No. 304371769. Contact us today to schedule a tour and see our Junior Pre-K program in person.
Junior Pre-K — Frequently Asked Questions
What age is the Junior Pre-K program at Academy on the Hills?+
The Junior Pre-K program is designed for children ages 3–4 years old.
What skills does Junior Pre-K develop?+
Junior Pre-K builds social-emotional skills, early literacy and math readiness, creativity, and foundational kindergarten-readiness skills.
Does Junior Pre-K include meals?+
Yes, full-time children receive hot breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack cooked on-site daily at no extra cost.
How do I enroll in Junior Pre-K at Academy on the Hills?+
Call (949) 360-7022 or visit us at 10 Mareblu, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 to schedule a tour and begin enrollment.

