Strong Foundations for Life and Faith
Our Programs
At Lion’s Path Preschool℠ Salem, our programs are thoughtfully designed to nurture children at every stage of early development while integrating faith into daily learning.
Infants & Toddlers
2–24 Months
A Foundation of Trust, Care,
and Connection
Our Infant & Toddler program provides a safe, nurturing environment where each child is known, prayed for, and supported through early developmental milestones.
Twos
24-36 Months
Curiosity Begins to Take Shape
Children engage in structured play, early language development, and simple biblical truths in a joyful and secure environment.
Preschool
36-60 Months
Confidence and Discovery Grow
By nurturing social skills and early academics, our Preschoolers develop school readiness while growing in their understanding of God’s love and truth.
Out of School
6-10 Years
Growing in Faith and Fellowship
Our school-age program offers a faith-centered environment where students transition from the school day into a supportive community with mentorship, homework help, and Scripture-based character development.
Lion’s Path Biblical Learning Framework℠
Every day is intentional. Every lesson has purpose.
Biblical Truth Woven into Daily Learning Experiences
Every lesson, activity, and interaction reflects God’s truth, helping children discover His love and purpose in their everyday lives. As a result, our early learning and childcare services make faith a meaningful and natural part of each child’s day.
Christ-Centered Character Formation Rooted in Scripture
Through Bible stories, prayer, positive guidance, and caring relationships, children develop kindness, integrity, compassion, responsibility, and respect. These experiences are central to our early childhood development programs which then naturally fosters Christ-centered character formation.
Strong Listening and Focus Skills Through Learning to Listen Academy™
Our exclusive Learning to Listen™ program strengthens listening, attention, self-regulation, and classroom readiness. By helping children learn how to focus, follow directions, and participate confidently, we prepare them for success in school and beyond.
Age-Appropriate Understanding of Who God Is and Who They Are Because of Him
Children learn about God’s character while developing a confident identity as uniquely created and deeply loved by Him. At the same time, biblical teaching is presented across our infant, toddler, and preschool education programs in ways children can understand and apply.
Academic Readiness Aligned with Trusted Early Education Standards
Our faith-based curriculum combines proven early childhood education practices with engaging, hands-on learning. As children progress from infant and toddler care to preschool and pre-K programs, they build the academic, social, and emotional skills needed to enter kindergarten with confidence.
Your child grows in faith, confidence, and readiness—every day.
We believe high-quality early education should be clear and accessible, which is why our tuition is straightforward with no hidden fees. Our programs are thoughtfully designed to provide exceptional value through small class sizes, experienced teachers, and a nurturing environment.
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Confidence Starts with Clarity
What makes Lion’s Path Preschool℠ Salem different?
Your child experiences more than care—they are guided with purposeful learning.
At our preschool and childcare in Salem, OR, our classrooms combine strong infant, toddler, and preschool education with biblical truth, helping children grow in confidence, character, and faith every day.
How is faith included in the classroom?
Faith is woven throughout each day’s lessons, Music & Movement, and Learning to Listen Academy™ curriculum to support early childhood development.
Within all our Salem, OR infant to pre-K childcare and preschool classes, children learn biblical truths, develop Christ-centered character, and begin to understand who God is.
What financial assistance, childcare assistance, or state programs do you accept?
Lion’s Path Preschool℠ Salem accepts ERDC (Employment Related Day Care), Military Childcare Dot Com, and ChildCare Aware of America. We are also currently in the process of joining the federal CACFP Food Program to further support our families.
What does a typical day look like?
We anchor our infant, toddler, and preschool education at Lion’s Path Preschool™ Salem around structured routines.
Each day includes a balance of learning, play, and care with:
- Hands-on academic activities
- Social and emotional development
- Faith-based learning moments
- Structured routines that create security and confidence
Is there a registration fee?
Our standard registration fee is $250, but it is currently waived for all families enrolling at our Salem, OR campus!
How do you communicate with parents?
Our Lion’s Path Preschool™ parents are never left wondering.
We prioritize clear, ongoing communication throughout the day with our Procare app. It’s our desire for all parents to stay connected to their child’s growth, milestones, and daily experiences from infancy through Pre-K while attending Lion’s Path Preschool℠ Salem.
What’s the enrollment process like?
Our enrollment process at Lion’s Path Preschool™ Salem is supportive from start to finish. Whether you’re exploring our toddler and preschool programs or preparing for your child’s first day, our Director, Brandon, will guide you through our preschool and childcare options every step of the way.
We’re excited to help you confidently choose the best childcare and preschool options for your family.
Do you offer part-time preschool and flexible attendance options?
Yes! We offer flexible enrollment options designed to fit your family’s unique schedule:
Full-Week & Part-Week Plans: Choose from 2-day, 3-day, or 5-day weekly options.
Core Hours Program (9:00 AM – 4:00 PM): A structured daily schedule tailored specifically for toddlers and preschoolers.
Full-Day Program (7:00 AM – 6:00 PM): Extended daily care for busy families who need early drop-offs and late pick-ups.