New Junior Kindergarten Program announced for 2025-26 School Year

In response to the growing need for early childhood education rooted in Christian values, Avail Academy is proud to introduce its new Junior Kindergarten (JK) program, set to open for the 2025-26 school year. The new program will serve as an extension of Avail Academy’s mission to educate children from a Christian perspective, focusing on holistic development and nurturing young minds in their formative years.

The Junior Kindergarten program will be housed at Avail Academy Blaine and Avail Academy Edina. The program is designed for children who turn 4 by September 1, providing them with an excellent foundation for lifelong learning in a faith-filled environment. With a curriculum grounded in Avail Academy’s Teaching for Transformation (TfT) framework, the JK program will foster early academic, social, and emotional growth while cultivating a love for God, His creation, and community.

“Our new Junior Kindergarten program is a natural next step in our commitment to providing a comprehensive, Christ-centered education,” said Ross Douma, Avail Academy President. “We’re excited to welcome young learners into a caring and supportive environment where they will be nurtured as image-bearers of God and prepared for future success.”

Program Highlights:

  • Faith-Based Learning: A curriculum that integrates biblical truths with early childhood education.

  • Whole-Child Development: Focus on cognitive, emotional, spiritual, and physical growth.

  • Small Class Sizes: Personalized attention in a close-knit, supportive community.

  • Play-Based Approach: Hands-on, interactive learning through exploration, creativity, and social interaction.

Parents interested in enrolling their children in the Junior Kindergarten program are encouraged to schedule a personal visit to learn more about the curriculum, meet the teaching staff, and tour the facilities. Enrollment for the 2025-26 school year is now open.

For more information about the Junior Kindergarten program, visit availacademy.org/junior-kindergarten or speak with an admissions director:

Avail Academy Blaine: Stephanie Christianson at schristianson@availacademy.org or (763) 785-0135

Avail Academy Edina: Kari Zylstra at kzylstra@availacademy.org or (952) 927-5304 ext 123


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