Welcome!
At Noah's Ark Preschool we offer a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where students can learn and grow!
Why choose Noah's Ark?
* Small Classes! Each class has 2 teachers and a size of 15-16 students.
* Highly qualified Staff! Each class is led by a Teacher with a Bachelor's Degree in Education.
* Safe and Secure! We are proud to offer a totally secure/locked space during school hours.
On our page you will find:
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Registration Form
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Course Offerings & Class Descriptions
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Tuition Rates
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School Supply List
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2025/26 Preschool Schedule
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2025/26 Bible Story Schedule
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Noah's Ark Preschool Handbook
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Staff Information
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*** Link to order Noah's Ark Preschool SPIRIT WEAR! ***
Enrollment for:
2025/2026 School Year is OPEN!
Click here: for the 2025/2026 Registration Form
Registration can be completed by filling out the Google Form above and submitting the $100 (Non-Refundable) Registration Fee.
The Registration Fee can be paid online HERE
OR
Paid by check/cash and dropped off or mailed to:
Brandon Lutheran Church
Noah's Ark Preschool
600 E Holly Blvd
Brandon, SD 57005
Please contact us if you have any questions.
Thank you!
Noah’s Ark Preschool Staff
605-582-3401
nap@brandonlutheran.org
UPDATED: 06/19/25
2025/2026 Course Offerings & Class Descriptions
- Darling Doves -
3 & 4 Year Old Preschool Class
Morning Session: Wednesday/Friday
***CLASS IS FULL***
Class size limited to 15.
This class is for students that will not attend Kindergarten the following year, it is an introduction to the school setting.
The goal is to build a strong foundation for learning, and make the school experience a positive one. We will introduce basic skills and practice decision making through play. Social skills with our friends are also very important!
Days and Hours:
Wednesday & Friday
8:45 AM -11:15 AM.
Cost: $140 per Month
Whole Year Tuition (9 months): $1260
Taught by: Ms. Nicole with Educational Assistant Ms. Jodi
*Must be 3 by Sept. 1st and completely toilet trained*
(2 times a week/2.5 hours per class)
Snack Provided.
- Little Lambs -
3 & 4 Year Old Preschool Class
Morning Session: Tuesday/Thursday
***CLASS IS FULL***
Class size limited to 15.
This class is for students that will not attend Kindergarten the following year, it is an introduction to the school setting.
The goal is to build a strong foundation for learning, and make the school experience a positive one. We will introduce basic skills and practice decision making through play. Social skills with our friends are also very important!
Days and Hours:-
Tuesday & Thursday
8:45 AM -11:15 AM.
Cost: $140 per Month
Whole Year Tuition (9 months): $1260
Taught by: Ms. Nicole with Educational Assistant Ms. Ann
*Must be 3 by Sept. 1st and completely toilet trained*
(2 times a week/2.5 hours per class)
Snack Provided.
- Kangaroos -
4 & 5 Year Old Preschool Class
Morning Session: Monday/Wednesday/Thursday
***CLASS IS FULL***
Class size limited to 16.
This class is for students who may or may not plan to attend Kindergarten the following year.
This class will dig deeper into basic academic skills and build on those. Fine motor and Large motor skills are worked on as well. Children will learn through hands on activities that are both Teacher guided and student led.
Days and Hours:
Monday, Wednesday & Thursday
9:15 AM -11:45 AM
Cost: $170 per Month
Whole Year Tuition (9 months): $1530
Taught by: Ms. Laurie with Educational Assistant Ms. Kia
*Must be 4 by Sept. 1st and completely toilet trained*
(3 times a week/2.5 hours per class)
Snack Provided.
- Wise Owls -
4 & 5 Year Old Kinder Prep Class
Morning Session: Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday/Friday
***CLASS IS FULL***
Class size limited to 16.
This class is for students who plan to attend Kindergarten the following year.
A morning session geared towards Kindergarten readiness. Academic fundamentals of letters and numbers are important in getting ready for the “Big School” but so is encouraging independence, developing fine motor skills and working on the ability to listen and cooperate.
Days and Hours:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Cost: $195 per Month
Whole Year Tuition (9 months): $1755
Taught by: Ms. Erin with Educational Assistants Ms. Jo & Ms. Lauren
*Must be 4 by June 1st and completely toilet trained*
(4 times a week/2.5 hours per class)
Snack Provided.
***All Classes Offer***
Chapel once a Week with a Brandon Lutheran Pastor
Daily Snack
Preschool Open House is Sunday, August 24 2025!
Little Lambs Open House Time: 2:00-3:00
Darling Doves Open House Time: 3:00-4:00
Kangaroos Open House Time: 4:00-5:00
Wise Owls Open House Time: 4:00-5:00
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School Supply List
2025/26 Preschool Schedule
2025/26 Bible Story Schedule
Noah's Ark Preschool Handbook
Click HERE to see our Students in action at our 2025 Spring Program!
Meet the Noah’s Ark Preschool Staff!
Ms. Nicole Jellema
Director and Teacher: Little Lambs & Darling Doves- 3/4 Year Old Preschool Class
Ms. Nicole previously taught at Brandon Elementary. She is honored to serve as director and teaches the littlest of learners. Preschool students are a blessing, and Ms. Nicole enjoys watching them grow socially and academically throughout the years!
- Favorite Food: Buffalo Chicken anything!
- Favorite Animal: Dogs
- Favorite Color: Olive Green
- Favorite Children’s Book: Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What do you see?
- Favorite Movie: The Secret life of Pets
- Favorite Subject: Reading and Art
- Favorite Bible Verse: "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding" Proverbs 3:5
Ms. Ann Beesley
Educational Assistant: Little Lambs
Ms. Ann is a Brandon Valley Graduate who taught in the BV School District for over 30 years! Ms. Ann loves doing crafts with the students, reading stories and preparing snacks for them. She is beloved by all who meet her and brightens every room with her laugh.
- Favorite Food: Anything from the kitchen of my brother Jim
- Favorite Animal: Dogs
- Favorite Color: Yellow
- Favorite Children’s Book: Laura Ingalls Series
- Favorite Movie: The Polar Express
- Favorite Subject: Social Studies
- Favorite Bible Verse: "She is clothed in Strength and Dignity and she laughs without fear of the future." Proverbs 31:25
Ms. Jodi Myers
Educational Assistant: Darling Doves
Ms. Jodi is a Registered Nurse that is a natural with children. She is patient, creative and fun! Ms. Jodi shows love and grace to all students she encounters. We are beyond blessed to have her on our teaching team!
- Favorite Food: Anything Mexican
- Favorite Animal: Dogs
- Favorite Color: Red
- Favorite Children’s Book: I Love You Stinky Face
- Favorite Movie: The Blind Side
- Favorite Subject: Science
- Favorite Bible Verse: "Love is Patient" 1 Corinthians 13:4-8
Ms. Laurie Adams
Teacher: Kangaroos - 4/5 Year Old Preschool Class
Ms. Laurie has taught for 35 years in the BV School District, teaching both 1st and 2nd grades. This will be a new adventure that she is so excited about! We are so lucky to have Ms. Laurie on our team!
- Favorite Food: GF Garlic Chicken Pizza
- Favorite Animal: Hedgehogs
- Favorite Color: Pink
- Favorite Children’s Book: Chicka Chicka Boom Boom
- Favorite Movie: Mysteries
- Favorite Subject: Reading/Phonics/Read Aloud Time
- Favorite Bible Verse: "This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it" Psalm 118:24
Ms. Kia Reuland
Educational Assistant: Kangaroos
Ms. Kia comes to us with a degree in Elementary Education and has experience teaching Pre K and 1st Grade. Ms. Kia's upbeat personality, kind/fun way and make her an asset to our team!
- Favorite Food: Pizza
- Favorite Animal: Dogs & Pandas
- Favorite Color: Pink
- Favorite Children’s Book: The Day the Crayons Quit
- Favorite Movie: The Wizard of Oz
- Favorite Subject: Art
- Favorite Bible Verse: "Because we look not at what can be seen but at what cannot be seen; for what can be seen is temporary, but what cannot be seen is eternal." 2 Corinthians 4:18
Ms. Erin Sislo
Teacher: Wise Owls - 4/5 Year Old Kinder Prep Class
Ms. Erin has taught Preschool, Kindergarten and 1st grade in California, Arizona and South Dakota! Her smile and welcoming manner sets the tone for a great classroom atmosphere. We are so excited to have Ms. Erin on our team!
- Favorite Food: Spaghetti
- Favorite Animal: Giraffe
- Favorite Color: Blue
- Favorite Children’s Book: The Very Hungry Caterpillar
- Favorite Movie: The Little Mermaid
- Favorite Subject: Math
- Favorite Bible Verse: “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible” Matthew 19:26
Ms. Jo Conrad
Educational Assistant: Wise Owls
Ms. Jo taught Kindergarten for many years, and knows exactly what it takes for the students to be ready for that great adventure! She brings a valuable perspective and warm heart to the classroom. We are so grateful to have a wonderful teacher like Ms. Jo on the Noah’s Ark Preschool team!
- Favorite Food: Fried Chicken with Mashed Potatoes & Gravy
- Favorite Animal: Sloth
- Favorite Color: Blue and Purple
- Favorite Children’s Book: The Little Engine that Could
- Favorite Movie: It’s a Wonderful Life
- Favorite Subject: Reading & Math
- Favorite Bible Verse: “Now that I am old and gray, do not abandon me, O God. Let me proclaim your power to this new generation, your mighty miracles to all who come after me.” Psalm 71:18
Ms. Lauren Curtis
Educational Assistant: Wise Owls
Ms. Lauren has a natural connection with kids and it brings her so much joy to help them feel seen, safe and encouraged each day. We are so happy to add Ms. Lauren to our team!
- Favorite Food: Salsa & Pizza
- Favorite Animal: Canadian Geese
- Favorite Color: Navy Blue
- Favorite Children’s Book: Goodnight Moon
- Favorite Movie: The Wild Robot
- Favorite Subject: Science & Art
- Favorite Bible Verse: “Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.” Psalm 119:105
The Mission of Noah's Ark Preschool:
"To Prepare Children for Educational Success while Learning the Way of Christ."