Welcome to 5K at Ozaukee Elementary School
At Ozaukee Elementary School, our 5-Year-Old Kindergarten (5K) program provides the perfect blend of academic readiness and social development, setting the stage for a lifetime of learning and success. Focusing on curiosity, creativity, and growth, our program nurtures each child’s unique abilities in a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment.
Program Highlights
- Comprehensive Curriculum: Our curriculum is aligned with state and national standards, focusing on early literacy, mathematics, science, social studies, and the arts. Hands-on, interactive lessons make learning meaningful and fun.
- Skilled and Caring Educators: Certified kindergarten teachers and support staff are passionate about creating a positive and supportive environment that encourages every child to thrive.
- Social and Emotional Growth: Through guided activities and structured routines, children develop essential skills like self-regulation, empathy, problem-solving, and collaboration.
- Individualized Support: Recognizing that every child learns at their own pace, we provide differentiated instruction and resources to meet diverse learning needs.
- Exploration and Play: Our program incorporates outdoor play, creative projects, and experiential learning to inspire curiosity and foster a love of discovery.
- Family-School Partnership: We value parents and guardians as partners in education, offering regular communication, family workshops, and opportunities to participate in the classroom.
- Kindergarten Readiness and Beyond: Our program ensures children are prepared not only for first grade but also for the academic and social challenges that lie ahead
Additional Features
- Full-day program with extended care options to accommodate working families.
- Safe, stimulating classrooms equipped with age-appropriate materials and technology.
- Enrichment opportunities, including music, art, physical education, and library time.
Learn More About 5K At NOSD
The full-day 5K program at Ozaukee Elementary School is a child-centered program that is built around the children's academic, social, and emotional developmental needs.
Students learn from and with one another in small groups.
Daily recesses to promote social emotional learning
Experience thematic field trips to enhance learning
Students engage in hands-on learning to promote brain development.
What 5K Families Are Saying About Our Program
My son is in 5K and he and I both couldn’t be happier with OES. His confidence has grown and he enjoys learning. The teachers make learning fun and keep the students excited. My son likes to talk about how his day went and what he learned. That makes me happy to see him growing and enjoying school. OES is great!
-The Long Family
5k at NOSD has not only helped my son’s education grow but also his personality to make him who he is today! We are so happy we chose NOSD
-The Kelley Family