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Little Lions Preschool Program @ West Islip High School


The Family & Consumer Science Department at WIHS hosts the Little Lions Preschool (note this is different from District Pre-K).  The purpose of Little Lions is to provide a well-rounded educational experience for children to learn, grow and form friendships while affording an opportunity for high school students enrolled in child study classes to work directly with young children.  This program is only for West Islip School District residents.

The program takes place October - May on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings from 9:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. at West Islip High School.

Call 631-504-5800 should you have any questions related to the Little Lions preschool program.


Registration Information 2024-2025

West Islip HS Little Lions Preschool Registration: Click Here

The Family & Consumer Science Department at West Islip High School is currently accepting applications for the Little Lions 2024-25 preschool program. The purpose of Little Lions is to provide a well-rounded educational experience for children to learn, grow and form friendships while affording an opportunity for high school students enrolled in child study classes to work directly with young children.

Children that are currently four years old or that will turn four by April 1, 2025 are invited to join the Little Lions preschool program. This program is only for West Islip School District residents.

The program takes place October-May on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings from 9:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. at West Islip High School. The program has a maximum enrollment of 12 students.

Preschool students who are enrolled in another program that conflicts with the West Islip Little Lions preschool program will not be considered for the Little Lions preschool program.

If you are interested in having your child attend the Little Lions preschool program, complete the application online and submit by Friday, May 26, 2024. Students will be accepted on a first come basis and once the maximum enrollment is reached, students will be waitlisted. A confirmation letter or waiting list notification will be sent to parents after May 26th.

The application can be accessed by clicking on the link here.

If you have any questions related to the Little Lions preschool program, please contact:


Mrs. Nancy Silvestrini
Lead Teacher of Little Lions
n.silvestrini@wi.k12.ny.us

Dr. James Grover
Director of Math, Business Ed., & Family and Consumer Sciences
j.grover@wi.k12.ny.us