LITTLE Lambs Preschool

Inspiring hearts, hands, and minds!

Our Goal

To have our students leave St. Luke Little Lambs loving school, being ready to learn and being socially and academically prepared for Kindergarten.

We nurture your child's natural strengths in a loving and safe environment.  Children see the world around them in wonder and awe, we believe in encouraging their natural curiosity and helping them find the path that God has determined for them.

Our philosophy

Our philosophy is based on the belief that every child is a wonderful gift from God, made in His image and likeness, and filled with dignity, goodness, and an incredible potential for discovery, learning, and growth.
 
We believe in providing age appropriate activities for the children that will develop and enhance their natural curiosity and imagination. We also believe that parents are the primary teachers of their preschool children and that they are entrusting them to our loving care. Accordingly, the family is an integral part of our program, and their participation is an essential element to the success of our program.
 
Parent Participation:  
We have an open-door policy and you are invited to visit whenever you like. We have many opportunities throughout the year to volunteer, help with parties, or assist teachers with activities.

We provide for the education of young children in a Christian environment

Small classes
A clean, safe, child friendly environment
Competitive tuition and fees
Religious instruction
Music class
Bi-monthly story time with Ms. Kate from the Haslett Library
Field trips and class holiday parties
Wonderful, nurturing, and experienced teachers and aides

Our staff

We choose our staff carefully insuring that they are child-centered, creative, flexible, loving and are sensitive to all children’s needs. We provide them with on-going professional training in child development, safety practices, age-appropriate activities, positive self-esteem and other information as deemed necessary.

Joanna Purkiss

Preschool Director
jpurkiss@knowingjesus.org

I am honored to be a part of the amazing Little Lambs community. Both of my children attended preschool at Little Lambs and had a wonderful experience. I received my degree in early childhood development from Michigan State, and I have a masters in education from University of Michigan. My family and I enjoy all things MSU, playing/watching sports, traveling up north, and spending time together outdoors. I look forward to working with your family!

Alysse Crum

Preschool Lead Teacher
(4's class)
acrum@knowingjesus.org

My husband and I have 4 children. We live in Haslett and we love sports and being outside. I am honored to be here at Little Lambs! I am so excited to work, learn, and play with these preschoolers.

Amy Ide

Preschool Lead Teacher
(K-Readiness)
aide@knowingjesus.org

I live in Haslett with my husband, 3 kids, and 2 dogs.  We are a very active bunch!  I received my degree from Michigan State University.  I feel so fortunate and excited to be a part of Little Lambs and work with your amazing preschoolers!

Kristy Wolfe

Preschool Lead Teacher
(3's Class)
kwolfe@knowingjesus.org

I live in Haslett with my four children and husband. Each of my children have attended Little Lambs Preschool. I feel so blessed to be a part of this amazing preschool and I can’t wait to learn and play with your child.

Sharon Bruce

Preschool Assistant
(3's Class)
sbruce@knowingjesus.org

My husband and I have three kids who attend Haslett schools. We love to hike, travel, and explore museums together. All our kids spent their preschool years at Little Lambs. It's such a wonderful place! I am excited to help preschoolers learn and grow this year!

Laura Guysky

Preschool Assistant
(4's Class)
lguysky@knowingjesus.org

I love being apart of the Little Lambs team! My husband and I have three kids that all attend Haslett schools. We love sports, movies nights and going up north together. The preschool years are really special years and I can’t wait to see all the growth your preschooler will make this year! It is an honor to be apart of your family’s preschool experience!

Stephanie Thomas

Preschool Assistant
(K-Readiness)
lthomas@knowingjesus.org

I live in Haslett with my two children, and two cats, where I love spending time with my family and reading. We are kept very busy with sports and activities! I am so excited to be joining Little Lambs, to help your wonderful children learn and grow!

REGISTRATION AND FORMS

RETURNING STUDENTS
CLICK HERE
RETURNING FAMILIES ENROLLING NEW STUDENT
CLICK HERE
NEW TO LITTLE LAMBS
CLICK HERE
If you have any difficulties accessing Brightwheel, have questions, or would like to schedule a tour,
please contact Joanna Purkiss at jpurkiss@knowingjesus.org

2025-2026 Little Lambs Program information

All children must be fully potty trained to attend our program.
3’s class
  • In session: T/W/Th - 8:30am - 11:30am
  • Monthly Rate = $300 due the 1st of each month September through May
  • This class is for children who turn 3 by September 1, 2025.
  • Students in this class need to pack a labeled water bottle and nut-free snack each day.

4’s class
  • In session: M/T/W/Th - 8:30am - 12:00pm
  • Monthly Rate = $380 due the 1st of each month September through May
  • This class is suggested for children who turn 4 after October 1, 2025 and will most likely not attend kindergarten the following fall.
  • Students in this class need to pack a labeled water bottle and nut-free snack each day.
Kindergarten Readiness
  • In session: M/T/W/Th - 8:30am - 12:45pm
  • Monthly Rate = $450 due the 1st of each month September through May
  • This class is for children who are already 4 by September 1, 2025 and plan to attend kindergarten the following fall.
  • Students in this class need to pack a labeled water bottle, nut-free snack, and nut-free lunch each day.
St. Luke Lutheran Church will not discriminate by race, color, sex, national origin, or creed. Children ages three, four, and five are welcome in our preschool programs.

DOCUMENTS

Health Appraisal Form
Little Lambs Contract
Behavior Plan and Toilet Training Policy
2025-2026 Calendar
Helpful Brightwheel Information
2025-2026 Handbook