Preschool

The Sacred Heart Cathedral Preschool Program is accredited by the Tennessee State Department of Education and operated under the supervision of the Diocese of Knoxville’s Catholic Schools Office. Coming for a visit is the best way to learn about our Catholic preschool! To schedule a tour, call 865.558.4129.

Preschool Program

The Preschool is divided into the Infant class, Toddler class, 2-year-old class, 3-year-old class, and two Pre-Kindergarten classes; one for 4-year-olds and another for older 4 and 5-year-olds. Each child experiences a well-planned, child-centered environment that encourages learning through exploration and discovery. Examples of units covered during the year include:

Through these units, many teacher-directed learning activities will take place in math, science, language skills, art, music, dramatic play, and storytime.

Learning/play centers are also an integral part of the preschooler’s learning and social environment. These self-play areas are used to meet various objectives including large and small muscle development, art, reading, and imaginative play.

Our religious education program is designed to help young children at the preschool level discover their individual qualities and importance in God’s Creation. The primary focus is to assist children in developing positive self-concepts through awareness that God has made each of them very special. Through the media of stories, songs, fingerplays, games, dramatization, lesson-related prayer, and sensorial activities, children can sense God’s love for them.

Hours: 7:00 am – 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday
School Year and Summer Programs
Registration Annually
2023-2024 Tuition Schedule
SHCP School Year Calendar 2023-2024
Admissions Criteria 2023-2024
Parent Handbook
I Acknowledge Receipt
Child Care Summary

Online registration for new students is now closed. All available spots for the 2023-2024 school year are now filled.

For more information, please contact:
Sacred Heart Cathedral Preschool
Director: Barbara Alfaras (balfaras@shcknox.org) for more details.

417 Erin Drive
Knoxville, TN 37919
(865) 558-4129