Circle of Friends Preschool
Preschool for 3’s & PreKindergarten for 4’s
Learning begins here. At Circle of Friends we believe early childhood is a powerful time of growth, curiosity, and connection. Our Preschool for 3’s and PreKindergarten for 4’s programs are designed to nurture the whole child — socially, emotionally, academically, and physically — in a safe, joyful, and inclusive learning environment.
Our licensed teachers create engaging, play-based classrooms where children build relationships, develop independence, and grow confidence as learners. Through hands-on exploration, meaningful routines, and responsive teaching, children develop the foundational skills they need for success in school and in life.
We follow a district-approved, developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned to the Minnesota Early Childhood Indicators of Progress (ECIPs) and integrate our district’s E-STEM philosophy to spark curiosity, problem-solving, and creativity. Learning experiences are intentionally designed to support language development, early literacy, social-emotional growth, and critical thinking — all through play, exploration, and discovery.
We are proud to be a 4-Star Parent Aware rated program, reflecting our commitment to high-quality early learning, strong family partnerships, and continuous improvement.
Our Preschool for 3’s and PreKindergarten for 4’s programs welcome all learners. We value each child’s unique strengths, culture, and developmental journey, and we partner closely with families to support every child’s growth.

Circle of Friends is a 4-star Parent Aware rated program.


Circle of Friends Registration
Registration for all of our preschool programs is open for the 2025-2026 school year. Registration for the 2026-2027 school year will open on February 17! Registration can be completed online. If assistance is needed, you may contact our office at 952-226-0950.
Join us for a
Preschool Open House!
Circle of Friends Open House
Tuesday, February 3, 5:00-6:30 p.m.
Edgewood School, 5304 Westwood Drive, Prior Lake (Door 6W)
Join us to learn more about our preschool, and prekindergarten offerings & programming for the 2026-2027 school year!
Nature Prekindergarten Open House
Tuesday, February 10, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Jeffers Pond Elementary, 14800 Jeffers Pass NW, Prior Lake (Room 132)
Join us to meet the teachers, see Jeffers Pond and ask questions!
For more information contact:
Vicki Spieler, Assistant Coordinator
vspieler@plsas.org
(952) 226-0956
Karly Jacobson, Lead Administrative Assistant
kjacobson@plsas.org
(952) 226-0952
2026-27
Class Offerings & Rates
Registration opens February 17!