Zion’s Preschool

Where love meets learning

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Zion’s Lutheran Preschool offers a curriculum of age appropriate activities designed to meet the developmental needs of preschool children within a Christian environment. Zion’s Lutheran Preschool promotes a positive self-concept in a safe, secure and stimulating Christian environment. We warmly welcome children of all abilities, working closely with community resources to help each child reach his or her full potential.

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Meet the director

Missy Ditzler lives in Cleona with her family. She has been involved with early childhood education for the last decade, serving as both a teacher and director. She looks forward to working with in a Christian environment where she can help prepare your children for kindergarten. After years in more secular environments, she is eager to have the freedom to share her faith. She is very familiar with the state educational standards and integrates them into the curriculum. With four children, she knows “what it takes” from both a parental and teacher perspective. Missy leads a team of dedicated aides and volunteers (all of whom have had proper clearance).

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More information for families

What kinds of activities does the preschool offer?

Our teachers and volunteers offer a wide variety, including but not limited to:

  • Devotions and prayer creative art

  • Dramatic play finger plays

  • Gross/fine motor skills guided play

  • Hands-on science music

  • Outdoor play storytelling

What age children may attend?

Our programming accommodates children aged 3 to kindergarten.

Frequently Asked Questions

What programs are offered?

We offer 2- and 3-day-a-week morning classes from 9:00 am to 11:45 pm for preschool children.


Where is the preschool located

The preschool is located at 103 E. Market St, Jonestown, PA 17038. The instruction takes place in the Christian Education wing of Zion’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, accessible from King street.

What is the cost?

The cost of the program depends on the number of days. It is competitive with other local programs, and scholarships are available.

Please contact our director for more specifics.


My child currently attends Zion’s Preschool. How can I make a payment?

We now offer an online payment option. Click here to make a payment.

New for the 2025-26 school year

Currently enrolled families can pay tuition online.

Please note that online payments incur PayPal fees.

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