Statement of Philosophy
Faith Presbyterian Preschool is based on Christian values. We will guide and nurture your child in a loving, caring, and unbiased environment. Toddlers and preschoolers will gain educational and social values through free play as well as structured play. They will be encouraged to respect others through disciplines of care and fair play. We will strive to recognize their strengths and accommodated their weaknesses. We encourage you to keep us informed of any special situations or problems that may be affecting your child. Our goal is to provide your child with a safe, loving, creative, and fun social environment. We are not meant to be a school, but we do use preschool curriculum. Our 4 and 5-year old class uses Pre-K and Kindergarten curriculum.
Statement of Policy
- If you think your child is sick, please do not bring him/her to preschool. A child should be fever-free for 24 hours before returning to preschool. A child may not remain at preschool if he/she is thought to be ill. If a child becomes ill during the day, a parent will be notified to pick up the child. Sick children cannot be cared for at preschool. Any medication that needs to be administered during preschool must be brought in a labeled Ziploc bag with specific instructions. All medications must be handed to the preschool director.
- Parents are to notify the office of any changes in work or home phone numbers in order to be reached in an emergency. If there is an emergency, procedures will be applied (first aid, 911, etc.) and a parent will be notified immediately.
- Parents will be promptly notified of any communicable disease occurrence among children enrolled in the program.
- All enrollment forms for the child must be completed by the parent. A current immunization record, signed by a healthcare provider, is required. Each child must receive all immunizations before entry, unless there is a medical reason, certified by a healthcare provider, why these immunizations should not be made. The non-refundable registration fee of $45 is due upon completion of each child’s enrollment.
- Parents are asked to be sure children do not bring food, money, toys, etc. from home unless requested by the teacher.
- The church is not responsible for items brought from home, such as toys or coats. Please make sure all items, including outerwear, are clearly labeled with the child’s name.
- Parents should send lunch and a drink for their child each day. Snacks are provided.
- Please provide a change of clothes, including socks and undergarments, in a labeled Ziploc bag. You will want to change the clothes out with the seasons.
- Outdoor play is an important part of our program. We will play outside every day that weather permits. Please be sure that your child is suitably dressed, including hats and mittens during the winter months. Sneakers are recommended.
- Notify the teacher in writing if someone other than the registered guardian or parent will be picking your child up from school.
- If your child is not potty-trained, we require he/she wear a diaper or a pull-up until they are potty-trained. We are happy to assist your child, but we cannot be responsible for potty-training. We request children age three and over be potty-trained, or very close to it.
- Please leave baby bottles and pacifiers at home. The children in our classes are of sufficient ages that these should not be necessary during the time they are with us. This causes problems with other children wanting their bottles, pacifiers, etc.
- Preschool starts promptly at 9:00 a.m. Please do not drop your child off any earlier, our teachers are setting up for the day.
- The preschool day ends at 2:30 p.m. We expect children to be picked up promptly, teachers must get home to their own families.
Preschool Calendar
2006 – 2007
August 12 Open House from 10:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m.
This time is used to introduce or reacquaint your child with the preschool staff. Invitations will be sent out two weeks in advance.
August 15 First Day of Preschool
October 6 - 13 Fall Break
November 23 Thanksgiving
December 19 Last Day of Preschool
Our Christmas program is today at 9:20 a.m.
Our day ends at 1:00 p.m. today and begins our Christmas Holiday.
January 4 Preschool resumes
March 9 –16 Spring Break
May 22 Last Day of Preschool
May 24 Last Day of Shelby County Schools
*Faith Presbyterian Preschool will follow the Shelby County School schedule for school closings due to inclement weather. Please listen to the school closings on local news channels.
*Because we are a Tuesday/Thursday program, we are not affected by any of the Monday school or government holidays.
*Our tuition fees are based on 72 days in the year. Our school year begins earlier than most preschools and ends later as well. This enables us to have a longer school year than other programs. Please keep this in mind when comparing our monthly tuition to other programs. You should consider daily and hourly costs of your child’s tuition.
Faith Presbyterian Church Preschool
Enrollment Form
2006 – 2007
Please Print
Date enrolled _________________ Check Number ____________________
Child’s Name __________________________ Name Used _________________________
Date of Birth __________________Age _____ Home phone ________________________
Address _____________________________ City ____________________ Zip ________
Father’s name __________________________ Business number ______________________
Employer __________________Occupation _________________ Cell Number ________
Mother’s name _________________________ Business number ____________________
Employer __________________Occupation _________________ Cell Number ________
Family Information
Does the child live with both parents? ____________ If not, with whom? ________________
Other children Age
________________________ _______ _________________________ _______
________________________ _______ ________________________ _______
Other members of the household
Name Relationship
__________________ _____________ ____________________ __________
Church affiliation ___________________________________________________________
Who will pick up the child each day? ______________________________________________
Does
anyone else have permission to pick up? ____________
If so, please list: ___________________________________
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Name of persons authorized to act for the parent in case of an emergency:
_____________________Home phone _____________Other phone _____________
______________________Home phone _____________Other phone _____________
Name of Physician _____________________________Telephone number __________
In case of emergency, I do herby authorize emergency care. Hospital preference:
__________________________________________ __________________
signature date
Child’s Personal Record
List the child’s play experience with other children ______________________________
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How does he/she react with children outside the family? ________________________
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How does the child play at home? ________________________________________
List favorite toys ___________________________ Foods __________________
Is your child potty-trained? ________________ Does he/she need help? ___________
List any allergies ______________________________________________________
Does your child have any special fears? ______________________________________
Does your child seem to be left-handed or right-handed? __________________________
Does your child have any experience with crayons ____ paints ___ scissors ___play-doh ___
What, if any, definite jobs does your child have at home? ____________________________
Does your child follow directions? (please circle one) Usually Sometimes
Does your child mind if you leave him/her for awhile? ______________________________
What form of discipline works best with your child? ________________________________
Does your child have a temper? _______ If so, how do you handle this at home? __________
Is there any other information we should know about your child? ______________________
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Child’s Health History Checklist
Child’s name ________________________Birth date ____________Parent/Guardian ____________________
In order for us to know and care for your child better, please answer the following medical questions.
In the event your child becomes ill and we are unable to reach you immediately, we will use the information
to take the best course of action. We especially need to know about any food allergies.
Please circle the correct answer.
Pregnancy and Birth
Yes No Were there any problems with pregnancy or your child’s birth?
Yes No Was his/her birth weight under 5 ½ pounds?
Yes No Did your child have any problems in the hospital?
Medical History
Yes No Has your child ever been in the hospital overnight?
Yes No Is your child taking any medications?
Yes No Any allergies or reactions to medicine or insects? Be specific below.
Yes No Has your child ever had asthma or wheezing?
Yes No Has your child ever had speech or hearing problems?
Yes No Has your child had more than two ear infections in a year?
Yes No Has your child had tonsillitis?
Yes No Does your child have trouble with their eyes or with seeing?
Yes No Has your child ever had a bladder or kidney infection?
Yes No Does he /she have burning when urinating?
Yes No Does he/she have seizures, fits, or shaking spells?
Yes No Have you ever been told your child has a heart murmur?
Yes No Is there any reason your child cannot play as hard as other children?
Yes No Has your child ever had a bumpy, swollen reaction to the TB skin test?
Yes No Has your child ever been exposed to anyone have TB?
Yes No Is your child a hemophiliac? (free bleeder)
Yes No Is your child on a heart monitor?
Yes No Does your child have tubes in his/her ears?
Yes No Does your child have food allergies? Be specific below.
Please explain any “yes” answers. _____________________________________________
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Please read and sign the following statement and agreement.
Receipt of Policy Statement
I have read and received a copy of the Faith Presbyterian Preschool Policy Statement.
I understand and agree to cooperate with these policies.
________________________________________________________________________
signature date
Parent Agreement
Should my child, _______________________, be injured or involved in an accident while attending
Faith Presbyterian Church Preschool, I hereby state that the teachers in charge and/or Faith Presbyterian
Church will in no way be held responsible.
_________________________________________________________________________
signature date
Registration Checklist
When registering for preschool, the following items must be turned in to the office.
o $45 non-refundable registration fee
o Enrollment Form – 2 pages
o Immunization record on a doctor’s form (if not already on file.)
o Health History Checklist
o Policy and Parent Agreement Form
Class #1 – Bears 4-years old by September 30th, 2006
This class meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.
You will need a lunch and drink each day. Snack is provided.
Supply List
Rest mat – folding type with blanket and small pillow, if desired. No sleeping bags.
Seasonal change of clothes to remain at school in a Ziploc bag.
1 box of diaper wipes or refill pack
1 box of Kleenex
Please label all items with your child’s name.
Class #2 – Goldfish
3-years old by September 30th, 2006
This class meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.
You will need a lunch and drink each day. Snack is provided.
Supply List
Rest mat – folding type with blanket and small pillow, if desired. No sleeping bags.
Seasonal change of clothes to remain at school in a Ziploc bag.
1 box of diaper wipes or refill pack
1 box of Kleenex
Please label all items with your child’s name.
Class #3 – Bees 2-years old by September 30th,
2006
This class meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.
You will need a lunch and drink each day. Snack is provided.
Supply List
Rest mat – folding type with blanket and small pillow, if desired. No sleeping bags.
Seasonal change of clothes to remain at school in a Ziploc bag.
1 box of diaper wipes or refill pack
1 box of Kleenex
Supply of diapers for your child
Please label all items with your child’s name.
Tuition and Fee Information for All Classes
$45 - One time, non- refundable registration fee
$45 - Activity fee – Rather than an extensive snack and supply list, the activity fee will allow us to
provide all additional items.
This includes activities and items such as craft supplies, parties, photos and snacks.
First Semester Tuition
34 Days $ 850 August – December (five payments)
Second Semester Tuition
38 Days $ 950 January – May (five payments)
Total Tuition for the year
72 Days $1,800 August – May (ten payments)
Tuition is payable monthly at $180/month. The fist payment for August is due by the first day of school.
All other payments are due on the first of each month beginning September 2006.
A late fee of $15 will be added after the tenth of the month.
¨ 5% sibling discount
¨ Cost average based on 72 school days $25.00/day or $4.54/hour
¨ Fees are very competitive with other programs in the area
¨ Registration fee is paid when your child is enrolled and is non-refundable. The fee reserves your child’s place in the program.
¨ Regardless of how long your child stays during the day, the full charge is expected. Deductions are not made for absences.
Our expenses remain the same whether your child is in class or not.
¨ Our preschool program is non-profit, but a self-sustaining program which operates on tuition revenues.
¨ Monthly fees are due by the first of the each month. A late fee will apply to all payments after the tenth of the month.
¨ Our program always has a waiting list, so please keep your tuition payments current.
¨ Your child cannot continue in our program if payments are not kept current.
Faith Presbyterian Church
Dr. C. Gregory Darden – Pastor
8816 Poplar Pike
Germantown, TN 38138
754-4840