Welcome to

First Presbyterian Preschool’s

Terrific Twos!

The Terrific Twos program strives to provide guidance and structure to young children in an atmosphere of security and warmth by discovering and having fun together.  Click here for information about our program for 3 and 4 year olds.

CURRICULUM
Our curriculum encourages growth and learning through play and ‘hands on’ activities.  Our program is committed to providing an innovative and developmentally appropriate curriculum to help prepare your child for his/her preschool experience.

STAFF
The staff consists of college graduates who are trained in early childhood education and development.  The staff participates annually in continuing education seminars/lectures and CPR/first aid training.  There are two teachers in the classroom with a maximum of 12-14 students.  For more information on our staff, please see our staff biographies.

TRANSPORTATION
Parents are responsible for bringing their child to and picking their child up from the classroom.  Parking is available in the lot on Jefferson.  Please assist your child with their outer wear, and bring them to the classroom at 9:15 a.m. where they will be greeted by the teachers.

ADMISSION
Children entering the Terrific Twos must be two years old by March 1st to be eligible for enrollment in September.

If your child does not meet the March 1st deadline, you are eligible to roll into the program during the school year when your child turns two and a half years of age. 

There is a $75 nonrefundable enrollment fee due upon acceptance.

The application for our two year old programs is now available online.  Just click on the link below, print and complete the appropriate form, and return it to First Presbyterian Preschool, 715 North Carlton Ave., Wheaton, IL 60187, with your check for the $75 enrollment fee payable to First Presbyterian Preschool.

Application for the Two Year Old Program in Word or in Adobe Acrobat.

TUITION SCHEDULE (9 months) - Payments may now be made online using our Secure Transaction Form covering all preschool programs.

- Terrific Twos:   $116/month
- 1st monthly (or quarterly) tuition payment is due in July.
- $60 activity fee is due in September.

DAILY SCHEDULE
Terrific Twos: M/W     9:15 – 11:15 a.m.
Vacation days coincide with District 200.

TOILET TRAINING/DIAPER POLICY
Children do not need to be toilet trained to participate in the program.  Children may wear pull-ups to class.  Diapers will not be changed by the staff.  If a child needs a clean diaper, the parent will be called to come into the classroom and change the diaper.

REGISTRATION
Registration for each school year is open to returning families and church members in January.  Open registration begins in February.  Contact Chandra Gravit, First Pres Preschool Director, at 630-668-5147 x 27 for more information or to set up a classroom visit.

DAILY PROGRAM

• Gathering and settling time with free play in the classroom.
• Group time with songs, stories, name recognition, and learning
• Free play & project time where children choose their own activities (train table, climbing area, painting, sand/water table, kitchen area/workbench area, story area, and floor toys) and work on a teacher-initiated project when offered
• Clean-up time when children work together with teachers to clean up the room
• Large motor time when children go to the Gym for games and exercises
• Group time with music, creative movement, floor puzzles, and learning games
• Snack time where children learn to wash their hands and share a simple snack together

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.

PROGRAM 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.

PROGRAM GOALS
The goal of our program is to provide an opportunity for young children to explore their world as they develop a new sense of independence.  We strive to nurture growth in the following areas:

• Language and vocabulary skills
• Self-awareness and self-expression
• Eye/hand coordination
• Large muscle development
• Social awareness:  sharing & getting along with others
• Curiosity and awareness of the world

RELIGIOUS EMPHASIS
Our preschool observes Christian holidays, sings a brief prayer before snack time, and fosters the kindness and community of Christian living.

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.