About Our School
Christ Church Preschool has been nurturing and caring for the hearts and minds of little ones in Orrville, Ohio for over 35 years. With care and dedication, our goal is to provide a program of successive experiences whereby each child will have the opportunity to grow and develop socially, emotionally, physically, intellectually and creatively at their own pace.
A Day at School
A day at preschool is filled to the brim with fun, learning, and friends! The day starts with arrival and share time where children have the opportunity to take turns sharing some of their favorite things with their peers. This is followed by gym and the opportunity to engage in physical activities to develop their gross motor skills. Free play time allows the children to choose their activities and explore their interests and table time provides guided learning to develop fine motor skills. Story time is a favorite among children, listening to books and developing language skills. A snack is shared, and music time gives the children a chance to sing and dance to their favorite tunes. The day ends with dismissal where children say goodbye to their friends and teachers until another day.
Christ Church Preschool offers a wide range of activities to promote development such as:
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Free Choices at Play Time
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Art Experiences, Science Experiences
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Exploration Of Books
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Large Motor Skills
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Small Motor Skills
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Reading Readiness
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Math Readiness
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Musical Experiences
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Flannel Board and Stories
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Open House Field Trips
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Holiday ProgramsEnd of Year Programs
Meet The Teachers
Shannon Austin
Lead Teacher
Shannon Austin brings more than 14 years of experience working with young children. She holds an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education and a Certificate in Business Administration from Liberty University.
Outside the classroom, Shannon enjoys making memories with her family, reading, and serving alongside her therapy dog, Mabel.
Shannon is passionate about providing a nurturing and engaging environment where children feel safe, valued, and excited to learn. She believes that early childhood education is the foundation for lifelong learning and is dedicated to helping each child grow in confidence, independence, and a love of learning.
One of the things Shannon values most about Christ Church Preschool is its strong family atmosphere. She is committed to building meaningful partnerships with families and creating a welcoming community where every child feels supported, encouraged, and celebrated.
Dawn Frank
Assistant Teacher
Dawn Frank holds a BA from The College of Wooster and is a licensed teacher with the Ohio Department of Education. Dawn brings over 20 years of diverse experience working with children and youth. Outside the classroom, Dawn enjoys spending time with her family, connecting with nature, and continuing to learn new things.
Dawn is passionate about creating a learning environment that sparks curiosity, joy, and a sense of wonder. She is dedicated to helping children build confidence, kindness, resilience, and positive relationships. Her experience in education, youth programming, and community service has strengthened her belief that every child thrives when they feel safe, valued, and connected.
One of the principles Dawn values most about Christ Church Preschool is the emphasis on play-based learning. Children learn best through play because it encourages curiosity and discovery. Dawn feels honored to be part of the Christ Church Preschool family and looks forward to sharing in the fun and everyday discoveries of early childhood