PRESCHOOL AT HPS

At HPS we Embrace, Engage, and Empower each student for success in an ever-changing world.

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5 Things We Love About Preschool at HPS

Here's What's Happening in PreSchool

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December 9, 2025
Small Schools | Big Opportunities

Get a closer look at the Small Schools & Big Opportunities at Holland Public Schools!

Kindergarten Enrollment Nights: Come see classrooms, say Hi to your principal, and meet your teacher!

  • Holland Language Academy | Wednesday, January 28, 5-7pm
  • Jefferson Elementary | Wednesday, January 28, 5-7pm
  • Nature-based Holland Heights| Thursday, January 29, 5-7pm
  • West Elementary | Thursday, January 29, 5-7pm

HMS & HHS Enrollment Nights: Learn about classes and clubs, see the building, and meet the staff at HHS and HMS

  • Step Up to Holland Middle School | Thursday, January 29, 6-8pm
  • Find Your Fit at Holland High School | Monday, January 26, 6-8pm
Learn more about how to Enroll at HPS!
Current HPS Preschool and PreK+ Families | Ready to Enroll for '26-'27 Kindergarten
November 18, 2025
HPSPodcast 6.14

Have you heard about all the great things happening with the PreSchool program at Holland Public Schools. This week, we're talking with Patty Beatty, Director of Early Childhood.

Learn More about Preschool at HPS
November 3-16
Downtown Holland To Host Winter Gear Donation Drive to Benefit HPS

Downtown Holland is partnering with HPS to host a winter gear donation drive to help keep elementary school students warm and dry this winter. A total of 14 Downtown Holland businesses will be collecting donations as part of the drive, being held from November 3 – 16. 

Holland Public School families in need will be able to collect the items at their Power H shopping event on November 19, with details provided to students by HPS.

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August 14, 2025
Pre-K Farm School
students learn about baby chicks.

 In partnership with the Critter Barn, Holland Public School is now offering Pre-K Farm School.

  • 4-year-old students will travel to the Critter Barn each week for lessons about life on the Farm.
  • Lessons they learn at the farm will help teach students about Math and Reading.
  • Develop and nurture each child's academic, social, emotional, and creative abilities.
  • Students will build friendships and experience caring teachers.

There are limited openings in the 25-26 HPS Pre-K Farm School.

Learn more about Farm School and get enrolled!
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Thursday, August 21
Back-to-School Mailer

School Starts Thursday, August 21. (Open House is Tuesday, August 19, 4-6pm at your school)

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GSRP is a grant-funded preschool program through MiLeap that is FREE for families who qualify.  Students must be 4 years-old by December 1 to enroll. Classes are offered at each of our Elementary buildings with a variety of family needs in mind. In 2024-2025, Our program will be offered at

  • West
  • HLA
  • Jefferson

 (Due to construction, pre-school programs will not be available at Holland Heights in 2024-2026.)


Holland Public Schools believes in partnering with parents and the community to develop and nurture each child’s unique academic, social , emotional, creative  and physical abilities through active learning.

Ready to Enroll?(follow this link to begin enrollment)

What you'll need:

  • Proof of address. (Please bring a current bill or lease agreement that shows your current address.)
  • Photo ID of parent or guardian enrolling the student.
  • Student's birth certificate
  • Immunization records
  • Complete name and address of previous school and phone number


For additional details regarding preschool enrollment, please contact Patty Beatty, at 616.494.2824

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  • 9 December
    • PreK Holiday Party & Kindergarten Info Night
      Date: Dec 9
      Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
      Location: West Elementary 500 W 24th St, Holland, MI 49423, United States
      Calendar: District Calendar
      Families of PreK students are invited to learn more about HPS kindergarten and to start the enrollment process at a Holiday Party on Tuesday, December 9, 5-7pm at West Elementary! -Dinner served for all families (please RSVP) -Cookie Decorating & Crafts for the kids -A Christmas Gift for all kids -A visit from Santa! Please RSVP so we can plan on the number of people to feed at the event. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/13w7STlWd7vSopoGuH13wk2Fgucekoy70DrWaJpgWLTU/edit
  • 10 December
    • Early Release Day
      Date: Dec 10
      Calendar: HPS PreSchool

      HTS/HLA  Dismissal | 2:21pm

      WST/JEF  Dismissal | 2:36pm


      HMS Dismissal | 1:42pm


      HHS Dismissal | 1:55pm

  • 13 December
    • Holiday Collage Concert 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
      Holiday Collage Concert
      Date: Dec 13
      Time: 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
      Location: Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts 221 Columbia Ave, Holland, MI 49423, United States
      Calendar: District Calendar
      Please join us for this annual holiday concert featuring the Holland High school bands, orchestras and choirs. Concert will be held at the Hope College Jack Miller Center for the Arts, 221 Columbia Ave, Holland, MI  49423 and starts at 7:00 p.m. Tickets may be purchased in advanced $10 or $12 at the door.
  • 17 December
    • Early Release Day
      Date: Dec 17
      Calendar: HPS PreSchool

      HTS/HLA  Dismissal | 2:21pm

      WST/JEF  Dismissal | 2:36pm


      HMS Dismissal | 1:42pm


      HHS Dismissal | 1:55pm

  • 18 December
  • 19 December
  • 20 December
    thru January 4
    • HOLIDAY BREAK 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
      HOLIDAY BREAK
      Date: Dec 20 - Jan 4
      Time: 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
      Calendar: District Calendar
  • 22 December
    thru January 4
  • 24 December
    • Early Release Day
      Date: Dec 24
      Calendar: HPS PreSchool

      HTS/HLA  Dismissal | 2:21pm

      WST/JEF  Dismissal | 2:36pm


      HMS Dismissal | 1:42pm


      HHS Dismissal | 1:55pm

  • 31 December
    • Early Release Day
      Date: Dec 31
      Calendar: HPS PreSchool

      HTS/HLA  Dismissal | 2:21pm

      WST/JEF  Dismissal | 2:36pm


      HMS Dismissal | 1:42pm


      HHS Dismissal | 1:55pm

  • 7 January
    • Early Release Day
      Date: Jan 7
      Calendar: HPS PreSchool

      HTS/HLA  Dismissal | 2:21pm

      WST/JEF  Dismissal | 2:36pm


      HMS Dismissal | 1:42pm


      HHS Dismissal | 1:55pm

  • 14 January
    • Early Release Day
      Date: Jan 14
      Calendar: HPS PreSchool

      HTS/HLA  Dismissal | 2:21pm

      WST/JEF  Dismissal | 2:36pm


      HMS Dismissal | 1:42pm


      HHS Dismissal | 1:55pm

    • ODC Network Unplugged Speaker Series - Navigating Technology with a Purpose
      Date: Jan 14
      Time: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
      Location: Ridge Point Community Church 340 104th Ave, Holland, MI 49423, United States
      Calendar: District Calendar
      Our nation is facing an epidemic: we’ve lost time, focus, and real connection at school, work, and play. Screen time has taken over, and we’re at a tipping point. At ODC Network, we believe it’s not just about cutting down on screens; it’s about what you replace that time with. We believe the Future Lives Outdoors. In 2026, we’re digging into the problems and the solutions. Join us for Unplugged: Disconnect to Reconnect, a 4-part speaker series featuring nationally-renowned experts who will explore how technology is reshaping our lives, share the science of human connection, and offer practical ways to restore balance for ourselves, our families, and our communities.
  • 19 January
  • 21 January
    • Early Release Day
      Date: Jan 21
      Calendar: HPS PreSchool

      HTS/HLA  Dismissal | 2:21pm

      WST/JEF  Dismissal | 2:36pm


      HMS Dismissal | 1:42pm


      HHS Dismissal | 1:55pm

Every Day is an ADVENTURE at HPS Preschool:

  • Our day starts with breakfast to give our brain and body energy for the day.
  • During morning meeting we talk about the fun things we are going to do during the day.
  • We get to play outside with our friends, and explore our naturescape playgrounds.
  • In our classroom we learn through play during choice time. Our classrooms are set up with different areas, such as: art, library, math and science, blocks, toys and games, dramatic play, sensory and much more! 
  • Every day we have a large group read aloud, and also break into small groups where teachers work with students on specific learning objectives.
  • We get to eat a healthy lunch, and enjoy more time exploring on our playgrounds. 
  • By then, our bodies are getting tired, so we take a break with a rest time. 
  • We finish our day with a snack, and get ready to go home for the day.