Kindergarten & 1st Grade

River Tech K-1 lays the foundation for lifelong learning and character building, blending hands-on educational experiences with core Christian values. In a nurturing environment tailored for our youngest learners, we focus on developing reading skills and creative exploration through STEM and performing arts, setting the stage for success in grades ahead.

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Introduction

Open House

Contact us to book a time, or check here to see available dates.

Address: 1687 E. Horsehaven Ave, Post Falls.

Enroll now! We have another semester start January 6th, 2025. ⓘ

At the heart of River Tech's educational journey lies our Kindergarten-1st Grade program, a nurturing ground where the seeds of lifelong learning and character are sown. In this pivotal stage, we blend the wonder of early discovery with the solid foundation of essential skills, all within the embrace of our core Christian values.

Our intimate class settings ensure personalized attention, fostering strong reading skills and creative exploration through hands-on STEM activities, arts, and active play. This balanced approach is designed to spark curiosity, develop motor skills, and instill a deep love for learning, underpinned by a commitment to kindness, empathy, and respect.

From the collaborative joy of circle time to the immersive experience of story times, we weave a rich educational fabric that celebrates each child's voice. Our adventures extend beyond the classroom through field trips and the innovative use of resources like GIZMO Makerspace, bringing lessons to life in the vibrant world around us.

Entering River Tech's Kindergarten-1st Grade is the first step in a journey that promises more than academic achievement; it's a passage to developing a heart for learning and a spirit guided by faith. We warmly welcome you to explore this unique environment at our next open house, where you'll see firsthand how we cherish and nurture each child's individual potential, setting the stage for a fulfilling educational voyage.

Why Choose River Tech K-1?

In this section, we unveil the nurturing elements that foster our youngest students' holistic development, setting the stage for a future brimming with potential.

Unique Program Highlights:

Our student-teacher ratio for kindergarten and first grade is capped at a maximum of 9 students per teacher and classroom. This smaller group size enables us to provide substantial individual attention to each student.
Our foremost goal for kindergarten and first grade is to nurture proficient readers. Central to our K-1 program is learning to read, achieved through individual one-on-one tutoring with a teacher, phonics, songs, and games.
Physical and Creative Development: The program includes a wealth of hands-on STEM and arts & crafts activities, aimed at boosting motor skills and creativity, complemented by our indoor minigym and outdoor play areas.
Early Tech and Arts Exposure: Children get an introduction to performing arts and technology, including choir participation and foundational tech activities, laying the groundwork for advanced learning in these areas.
Field Trip Adventures: The students will do active play at Real Life Training grounds two times a month on Wednesdays. In the spring and fall they will join the older students on school field trips to outdoor parks, playground, farms and more. The students will travel together in our school bus. These outings are designed to complement classroom learning with practical, real-world experiences.

School Hours & Accessibility

Kindergarten Schedule: Now accepting part time 3 or 4 day students for kindergarten! Classes are held three or four days a week, Monday through Thursday, from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM.
First Grade Options: First graders have the option to attend school either four days a week, Monday through Thursday from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM, or extend to five days by including Friday, with classes on this day running from 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM.
(Starting from Second Grade: Students have the flexibility to choose a four, or five-day school week)
Accessibility Note: Please be aware that our program currently does not support students with special needs requiring dedicated resources.