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Our goal is to provide a Christian atmosphere in which your student feels safe and happy as they grow and discover their own abilities.
Our goal is to provide a Christian atmosphere in which your student feels safe and happy as they grow and discover their own abilities.
Rainbow Preschool was established in September 1986 by Suzanne Evans and Charlotte Bear. The preschool operates in affiliation with Nokesville Church of the Brethren.
Program
Program
Our program at Rainbow Preschool focuses on the total development of your student. Learning, socialization, and fun are all included in our program.
Our curriculum is based on weekly themes. Our daily activities include free play, music, circle time, stories, projects, snack, as well as indoor and outdoor large motor play. A wide variety of art, science, and math opportunities are incorporated into our projects and activities. Our classes also use the Learning Without Tears curriculum and Scholastic Magazines throughout the year.
We promote the development of skills such as sharing, listening, and following directions to prepare your student for kindergarten. Above all, we hope to make your student's first school experience a happy and positive one.
Rainbow Preschool operates 8:30am - 12:00pm Monday through Friday.
Ms. Melissa
Ms. Becky
Ms. Chloe
Meet the Staff
Meet the Staff
Melissa Ross is the director and 3-year-olds teacher. She joined Rainbow Preschool in 2020. Melissa has an associate's degree in Early Childhood Development and certificate in Early Childhood Development Career Studies. She was an assistant director of a before and after school daycare program for 2 years and a nanny for 5 years. For the past 18 years, Melissa has been the owner of Kidz Fit, a cheerleading company based out of The Nokesville School for Kindergarten - 5th grade students.
Chloe DeForest is the 4-year-olds 2-day and 3-day teacher. She joined Rainbow Preschool in 2024. Chloe has a certificate in Early Childhood Education. She is also an Awana instructor at her church for children 2-years-old and 3-years-old.
Lisa Payne is the 4-year-old 5-day teacher. She joined Rainbow Preschool in 2025. She has an associate's degree in Early Childhood Education. Lisa was an instructional assistant in an Autism classroom ages K-6 with children one on one with IEP's implementation.
Becky DeForest is the teaching assistant for all classes. She joined Rainbow Preschool in 2022. Prior to starting at Rainbow Preschool, she operated her own in-home daycare and preschool for over 20-years. She is also an Awana instructor at her church for children in Kindergarten.
All Rainbow Preschool's staff members complete a regular background check per Virginia Department of Education requirements. They are also required by Virginia State Law to report any suspicions of child abuse.
Rainbow Preschool's maximum staff to student ratio is 1:10.
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