PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN

Welcome to CPK

The staff and teachers of Central Preschool & Kindergarten welcome you!

We are thankful you’re considering CPK for your child’s preschool and kindergarten experience. Check out registration details below. 

We’re so glad you’re here! 

Learn more about the education experiences available, age requirements and costs associated with CPK programs.

Plan For 2025-26 Registration now

Registration for the 2025-26 school year will begin January 2, 2025, but now is a great time to create an account so you’re ready to register!

  • Online registration beings Jan. 2, 2025 at 7:30am for current CPK families, alumni and Central Church attenders.
  • Online registration begins Jan. 3, 2025 at 7:30am for families new to CPK.

All NEW children to CPK MUST have information in our system so your registration goes smoothly! This includes families who have other children in CPK but are seeking to enroll a new student in 2025.

Note that all CPK programs align with the school year schedule (August-May).

If you have any questions on registration, please email CPK Director Melissa Ludens or call (605) 336-2303.

Spring 2025 Preschool Spots Available

We still have open spots available the spring 2025 term! 

Note that all CPK programs align with the school year schedule (August-May).

If you have any questions on registration, please email CPK Director Melissa Ludens or call (605) 336-2303.

About CPK

Our Mission

To provide quality education in a caring, Christian environment.

 

We Offer
  • Certified Head Teachers
  • One, two, three, four, & five half-day programs for children ages 2, 3, 4 and 5
  • Five-day Kindergarten (2 full days, 3 half days)
  • Extended Care and Summer Fun programs, indoor gym, and an outdoor playground

Helpful Links

Contact us with any questions.

Meet our staff.

Apply to teach with our CPK job application.

CPK ADMIN TEAM

Melissa Ludens

CPK Director

Pennie Lanz

CPK Office Manager

Erin Ellingson

CPK Extended Care Coordinator

Notice of Nondiscriminatory Policy as to Students

The Central Preschool & Kindergarten admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs. 

Inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policy should be directed to:
Melissa Ludens
Director of Preschool and Kindergarten
3100 W Ralph Rogers Rd
Sioux Falls, SD  57108
605-336-2303