Our goal is for children to have fun, be happy and grow in all areas of their lives.
• Creative play with arts and crafts.
• Manipulative play with games, puzzles
and toys.
• Active play in our indoor gym and outside.
• Imaginative play in our learning centers.
• Social play with friends.
Enrichment and Child Care
Our programs are developmentally appropriate and focus on each child as
an individual. We create a relaxed, trusting, and fun atmosphere where
children are encouraged to discover their own interests and develop friendships.
We recognize that children need a balance of structured and unstructured activity during their early years of development. We also believe in offering choices to children whenever appropriate to encourage positive decision-making skills.
We want to help them grow in confidence, learn respect for others, and give them the building blocks they need as they start down the path of lifelong learning and discovery.
Trained Staff Make a Difference!
Staff members receive ongoing training in the areas of child development,
quality environments, programming, behavior management, and health and
safety. All staff members are CPR and first-aid certified. The maximum
ratio of staff to children is 1 to 10.
We Believe
... that our first priority is the safety of all children
... in providing a nurturing environment
... in maintaining respect among staff and children
... in having fun at work
... in working with a smile
... in maintaining a structured environment
... in being excited about what we do
... in being honest and trusting of each other and the children
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Early childhood programs are a place where children are imaginative, challenged, nurtured and safe. We provide a stimulating and challenging environment where children grow intellectually, socially, emotionally and physically.
Three one-hour orientation sessions beginning at 4p, 5p, and 6p
Open house for all families enrolled in the Preschool program. Orientation includes information on program philosophy, curriculum, staffing, parent participation and daily routines. Meet your child’s teacher and get all of your questions answered.
Preschool
Plus GroupPreschool Plus is a place for social activity and development. This unique program balances important preschool learning activities with all-day child care. Our program combines learning centers, early literacy, writing skills, story time, as well as art and imaginative play. Our highly trained staff will help children learn and develop in a safe and fun atmosphere. Children also enjoy enrichment programs and creative movement as well as at least one field trip per term.
Monthly Fees
District Discount . . . Monday-Friday . . . $475
Let us prepare a healthful breakfast for your little ones. You have the option to purchase our breakfast plan which includes a daily breakfast served between 7-7:45 a.m. Drop off your children and feel confident that they are getting the nutrition that they need for their learning and development.
Monthly Fees
$25
Age 3 by Sept. 3. We recognize that 3-year-olds are busy and curious. This class focuses on early learning and social interaction activities including learning centers, early literacy, writing skills, story time, as well as art and imaginative play. Children also enjoy enrichment programs and creative movement as well as at least one field trip per term.
FEES
Monday-Friday . . . $150 (District Discount)
Mon/Wed/Fri . . . $115 (District Discount)
Tues/Thurs . . . $95 (District Discount)
Fees for December and June are prorated.
Age 4 by Sept. 3. This class meets the growing needs of students who are
ready for a five-day program and focuses on the skills necessary for success
in kindergarten. Our trained staff works with children to expand reading,
writing, science and math concepts. Your children’s day will be balanced
between social interactions and learning activities. Children also enjoy
enrichment programs and creative movement as well as at least one field
trip per term.
FEES
Monday-Friday . . . $150 (District Discount)
Fees for December and June are prorated.
Age 3 by Sept. 3. Learn and develop through social interactions and play!
This class will focus on social activity, which stimulates children’s cognitive
and physical growth. Children will have the opportunity to enjoy arts, crafts,
games, puzzles and toys. We encourage children’s curiosity and provide
the opportunity for them to develop their imaginations and social interaction
skills. Children also enjoy enrichment programs and creative movement as well
as at least one field trip per term.
FEES
Monday-Friday . . . $180 (District Discount)
Mon/Wed/Fri . . . $115 (District Discount)
Tues/Thurs . . . $95 (District Discount)
Fees for December and June are prorated.
Parents or guardians need to register their child(ren) at the Community Recreation Center, 250 S. 32nd St., M-F, 8a-6p. Fee for each child includes a T-shirt and membership packet with a parent handbook outlining all program policies and guidelines. For every child, please bring a birth certificate and current immunization records. Preregistration is required. Allow two days for registration confirmation.
Fee includes snacks, swim-lesson coupons, and field trips. 20 percent discount for each additional child in the family. Out-of-district patrons add 20 percent to the fees listed. Preschool follows the Springfield School District calendar, with closures on no-school days and during vacation breaks. Programs are closed on the following 2008 dates: 7/4, 9/1, 11/11, 11/27-28, 12/25.