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Welcome to
First Presbyterian Preschool
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CURRICULUM
Our curriculum offers a wide variety of age-appropriate
activities and learning opportunities. It provides a
balance of self-selected and teacher-directed activities,
individual and large group activities, as well as indoor
and outdoor experiences. Learning centers are provided
that invite children to explore, experiment, create,
and ask questions. Our program is committed to providing
an innovative curriculum to help prepare each child
for his/her next school experience.
STAFF
The staff consists of college graduates who are trained
and experienced teachers in Early Childhood Education.
Our teachers have specialized instruction in various
areas including Child Development, Reading, Music, Art,
Special Education, Elementary, and Secondary Education.
The staff participates yearly in continuing education
by attending preschool educational workshops and seminars.
There are two teachers in each classroom with a maximum
of 20 students.
TRANSPORTATION
Parents are responsible for transporting their child
to and from school. In a designated loading area, teachers
guide children as they enter and exit cars.
POLICY
The preschool is licensed by the Department of Children
and Family Services of Illinois (DCFS). It is in compliance
with health and safety standards established by DCFS
and the Board of Health. Further policies are set by
the Preschool Staff with the approval of the Session
of First Presbyterian Church.
TUITION - SCHEDULE
Three Year Olds: $245/quarter, Tuesday & Thursday
Four Year Olds: $347/quarter, Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Mornings: 9:15 - 11:30 a.m.
Afternoons: 12:45 - 3:00 p.m.
1st quarter tuition is due in July.
Vacation days coincide with Wheaton Public School District 200.
ADMISSION
Children entering the 2-day program must be 3 years
old by September 1st of that year. Children entering
the 3-day program must be 4 years old by September 1st
of that year.
There is a $50 nonrefundable enrollment fee due upon
acceptance.
Children need to be toilet trained.
REGISTRATION
Registration for the school year is open to church members
and returning families in November. Open registration begins
in
January. Contact one of the Preschool Directors at 630-668-5147
ext. 27 to request an application or to set up a classroom visit.
Classroom assignments are made in August by the Preschool
Directors.
Carol Rooney (3 Year Old Program)
Chandra Gravit (4 Year Old Program)
DAILY PROGRAM
- Outdoor play on approved playground equipment in
a park-like enclosed setting.
- Group time involving music, calendar activities,
story, creative movement, and language experiences
based on a unifying theme.
- Free play where children choose their own activities (dramatic
play, puzzles, blocks, painting, water table, small manipulatives,
and playdough).
- Teacher-directed activity or project.
- Snack
- Cleanup
RELIGIOUS EMPHASIS
Our preschool observes Christian holidays, sings a
brief prayer before snack time, and fosters the kindness
and community of Christian living.
OBJECTIVES
- Promote social skills such as respect, kindness,
and empathy.
- Enhance self esteem through individual accomplishment.
- Learn how to value another person's rights by teaching
respect for others.
- Encourage cognitive development and reasoning skills.
- Develop an appropriate pattern of dependence and
independence.
- Foster a sense of continuity between school and
the outside world.
- Create a place of community, teamwork, and friendship.
- Explore creativity and self-expression.
GOALS
We strive to nurture growth in the following areas:
- Self awareness
- Large motor skills
- Eye-hand coordination
- Social cooperation
- Personal independence
- Verbalizing thoughts into sentences
- Curiosity and awareness of the world
- Listening to and following directions
- Completing tasks
- Positive self-image
- Accept and manage responsibility
- Take part in vocalization and rhythmical activities
- Original and creative self-expression
- Self-discipline
PHILOSOPHY
Preschool is often a child's first school experience
and sets the stage for future years of formal education.
First Presbyterian Preschool provides a safe, caring,
Christian environment that stimulates the physical,
social, emotional, and cognitive development of children.
First Presbyterian Preschool, the first preschool
in Wheaton, has been serving the community since 1967. We
accept and welcome children of any race, color, and national
or ethnic origin.
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