Step Ahead Preschool

At Claude A. Wilcox Elementary in Pocatello, kindergarten through fifth-grade students learn in a Title I school that also runs a special needs program. Research-based classroom instruction supports the Wilcox Tigers community at its Lark Lane campus.

Grace Lutheran School is dedicated to providing a nurturing and supportive environment for students with diverse learning needs, including those with language-based learning disabilities and twice-exceptional learners. The school's core mission revolves around fostering academic excellence while ensuring that each child feels valued and understood. With a focus on individualized education, Grace Lutheran employs a range of therapeutic methodologies and specialized programs designed to cater to the unique challenges faced by its students. The school prides itself on its commitment to professional development for educators, ensuring that faculty members are equipped with the latest teaching strategies and insights to effectively support their students. This dedication to continuous improvement translates into a rich academic experience, as evidenced by the school's recognition at both state and national levels for outstanding academic performance. Students consistently excel in standardized testing and are well-prepared for future educational pursuits. What sets Grace Lutheran School apart is its state-of-the-art facilities, which provide a modern and engaging learning environment. The main campus features upgraded classrooms equipped with digital teaching boards and access to technology labs, enhancing the educational experience. Additionally, the school emphasizes strong partnerships with families, fostering a community that collaborates to support each child's growth and development. This holistic approach, combined with a low student-teacher ratio, ensures that every student receives the attention and resources they need to thrive.

Lincoln Early Childhood Center in Pocatello houses two preschool programs of Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25, both serving children ages 3 to 5. Our Lincoln Early Intervention Program provides early childhood special education through individualized instruction and play-based learning. Special education teachers, speech-language pathologists, and occupational and physical therapists work side by side with support staff in our classrooms. The building is also home to PCSD25 Head Start, one of the first Head Start programs in the country, serving limited-income families since 1965. Head Start offers part-day and full-day classes for 3 to 5 year olds, and families who meet federal income guidelines can pre-apply in English or Spanish. Along with early learning, the program brings health and family services, with a family advocate, a family engagement specialist and a psychologist on the team. We also run an offsite Head Start classroom on Tyhee Road in Chubbuck, and bus service is available for our families.