Hope Waukee Preschool
At Hope Waukee’s Preschool, our program incorporates active learning with knowledgeable teachers and friends in a fun, Jesus-filled environment. Our preschool teaches children about Jesus and his never-ending love for each of us. We encourage children as they experience the rewards of making a friend, and the joy of being one!
2025-26 Preschool Registration is OPEN!
Online registration for the 2025-26 school year is now OPEN for Hope members* on Saturday, Jan. 11, at 9:00 am. Registration will be open to the public Tuesday, Jan. 21, at 9:00 am. Registrations will be filled on a first come, first served basis.
*A member is someone who has attended Hope’s membership class.
Mondays – Thursdays, June 2-12
9:00-11:30 am
Preschool Summer Camp
Hope West Des Moines Preschool offers two weeks of themed summer camps for children ages 3-5! Families can sign up for one or both weeks. Children must be potty-trained (no pull-ups, please).
June 2-5: A Bug’s Life
June 9-12: Camping Out in God’s World
2-year-old preschool:
Monday & Wednesday at 9:00-11:30 am
Tuesday & Thursday at 9:00-11:30 am
3-year-old preschool:
Monday & Wednesday at 9:00-11:30 am
Tuesday & Thursday at 9:00-11:30 am
Monday/Tuesday and Thursday at 12:30-3:00 pm
Pre-K:
Monday-Thursday (half day) at 9:00-11:30 am or 12:30-3:00 pm
Monday-Thursday (full day) at 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Transitional kindergarten:
Monday-Thursday at 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
About the Program
It is our desire for your child to grow and learn through play, so we provide fun supplies and activities to engage children’s interests. Hope Waukee Preschool is a fun and safe place to learn from high-quality teachers about the love of Jesus Christ with activities chosen to encourage exploration, independence and creative thinking.
Preschool Calendar
The preschool program at Lutheran Church of Hope runs from the first day after Labor Day until mid-May. There is a family event in November, a Christmas program for the entire family and a heart-felt graduation ceremony for our pre-k and transitional kindergarten kids in the spring.
Important Health Forms
After your child is registered for preschool, please have your doctor’s office fill out the following health forms prior to the first day.
Get to Know Our Team
Andra Pelds
- Waukee Preschool Director
- 515-264-2001
- [email protected]
Jody Hufford
- Early Childhood Team Leader
- 515-422-9122
- [email protected]