2026-2027 REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

At Good Shepherd Preschool, we nurture children in a caring Christian atmosphere led by dedicated and experienced educators. Through a thoughtful blend of guided learning and imaginative play, we will prepare your child to thrive in any educational setting.

As parents, we’ve been blessed to send multiple children to Good Shepherd Preschool, and each experience has been truly wonderful. The faith-based environment, caring staff and strong curriculum made it an easy choice for our family.

Our children have learned kindness, compassion and a love for God while also building a solid academic foundation. The staff is incredible – dedicated, supportive and genuinely invested in each child’s growth. The engaging curriculum prepares children both spiritually and academically for the years ahead.

We couldn’t imagine a better place for our children to begin their education.

Lance & Emily Kuehl

Our son has grown so much spiritually, emotionally, socially and mentally. We have been very impressed with how Good Shepherd Preschool has helped to prepare him for kindergarten. We feel like family here at GSP!

Joe & Stephanie

Qualified Teachers

Practical Learning

School Ready

Christian Focus

Browse Our Class Options and Descriptions

This class fosters curiosity and problem-solving through hands-on exploration at dynamic learning centers. Activities support motor skills, social-emotional growth, independence, creativity, language and early math. We especially enjoy music, art, storytelling, Jesus time and dramatic play.


• Children must be 34 months old by September 1st
• Children must be potty trained (please ask about our potty-training policy)
• Morning snack provided

This class is thoughfully designed to help children grow in every way as they get ready for kindergarten. We nurture social-emotional growth, build friendship skills and stregnthen attention spans to create foundational learning and academic skills. Additional opportunities include field trips and special guests to foster dynamic learning.


• Children must be 4 years old by September 1st
• Children must be potty trained (please ask about our potty training policy)
• Morning snack provided

This class is designed for children who are five or almost five and would benefit from an extra year to grow socially, emotionally and academically. We build on previously introduced concepts and prepare children to flourish in kindergarten. Children continue to have exploratory free play with additional structured opportunities for learning.


• Children must be 5 years old by December 1
• Children must be potty trained
• Morning snack provided

Preschool Plus is an optional extension onto your child’s morning class. It is a mixed age setting that will give students an enriched learning experience with additional social, motor and academic learning activities. It provides the opportunity for all day care for your child in a familiar and consistent environment. Lunch and rest time will be part of the day.


• Mixed age classroom, 34 months – 5 years old
• Children must be potty trained
• Parents provide sack lunch
• Afternoon snack provided

NEW – PRESCHOOL YOUR WAY

You deserve a preschool program that fits your family’s needs. Build your ideal schedule with our NEW ‘Preschool Your Way’ options. No matter the schedule you choose, we are ready to help your child learn and grow in an environment where they are loved and safe.

Step 1: Choose an ANCHOR PROGRAM for your child

Step 2: Choose the ADD-ONS (optional) that fit your family’s needs

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PROGRAM GOALS

For Children:
to provide a loving and safe environment with a Christ-centered educational experience.  Children will have an opportunity to:
  • Grow in faith, love for and knowledge of Jesus
  • Develop a healthy self-concept
  • Practice playing with friends and solving conflicts
  • Develop confidence as a learner and a friend
  • Run, jump, and play to develop large muscle coordination
  • Imagine, invent, and take chances in a safe and caring environment
  • Learn to follow directions and complete tasks
  • Listen to stories, songs, and rhymes that help your child learn about reading, writing, and math
  • Learn colors, shapes, numbers, letters, and letter sounds
  • Learn that school is fun!
For Parents:
Preschool is the bridge between infancy and elementary education. Parents will have an opportunity to:
  • Develop realistic, age appropriate expectations and goals for their children
  • Clarify values and explore methods of child guidance
  • Experience parent involvement through various forms to support your child’s growth and learning
  • Strengthen family-school partnership and communication

EVENTS ALL YEAR

  • Fall Family Day

  • Class Parties

  • Field Trips

  • Special Visitors

  • Muffins with Mom

  • Donuts with Dad

  • Community Service Projects

  • Holiday Celebrations

Current Openings – Updated 1/29/2026

3-Year-Old Class

T/Th Class- 1

M/W/F Class- 6

M-F Class- 1

AM 4-Year-Old Class

M/W/F Class- 0

M-F Class- 0

AM 5-Year-Old Class

M-F Class- 5

PM 4/5-Year-Old Class

M-F Class-8

Preschool Interest Form

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*Please call Heather at 507-451-4125 if you do not receive a phone call or email within 2 business days for next steps.

Good Shepherd Preschool

2500 7th Ave NE
Owatonna, MN 55060

507-451-4125