Danville
United Methodist Preschool


DANVILLE UNITED METHODIST PRESCHOOL
…known unofficially as Snoopy School, has served the children of Danville and the surrounding communities since 1975. The school offers a two-and-one-quarter hour preschool program for children 3 years old to kindergarten. There are two-day-a-week and three-day-a-week sessions. Using a thematic program, stories, songs, and other activities are related to a weekly theme.
PHILOSOPHY AND GOALS
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Philosophy is based on concept that play is one of the most effective means of learning for young children. | |
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Primary goal is to provide an enjoyable and satisfying school experience for each child. | |
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Relaxed, semi-structured environment | |
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Aims to allow each child to develop at his/her individual rate. | |
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Emphasis on six major areas of development: |
SOCIAL - sharing…cooperating…listening…speaking.
EMOTIONAL - Separating from home, recognizing and accepting feelings, developing self confidence and independence, gaining appropriate emotional control for age.
PHYSICAL - Developing large and small muscle coordination and perceptual skills.
INTELLECTUAL - Encouraging sense of discovery and awareness.
CREATIVE - Encouraging imagination, expression, and individuality.
SPIRITUAL - Encouraging love and respect for other children and adults in a Christian setting.
SESSIONS AND TIMES
Group 1: Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 8:30 am to 10:45 am
Group 2: Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 11:45 am to 2:00 pm
Age requirement: Age 4 by August 1
Tuition: $120.00 per month
Group 3: Tuesday & Thursday, 8:30 am to 10:45 am
Age requirement: Age 3 by August 1
Tuition: $85.00 per month
Group 4: Tuesday & Thursday, 11:45 am to 2:00 pm
Age requirement: Age 4 by December 31
Tuition: $85.00 per month
ADMISSION POLICY
1) Required at time of registration:
a. $70.00 non-refundable registration fee
b. One month’s tuition (amount depends on group)
2) Acceptance of student enrollment is based on space availability. Enrollment is granted on a first-come, first-serve basis.
3) After program fills, applicants will be placed on a waiting list.
4) All students enrolled in the pre-school program must be potty-trained and independent in the restroom.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Danville United Methodist Preschool 317-745-7779
HIGHLIGHTS OF UPCOMING ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS...
Mom’s Night
Preschool children and their moms will share a special night at school. They will play, work on a craft together, sing, hear a story and have a special snack. Mom’s Night will be from 7:00‑8:00 p.m. on the following evenings: Group 1, Monday, Feb. 6; Group 2, Wednesday, Feb. 8; Group 3, Thursday, Feb. 16; Group 4, Thursday, Feb. 9.
Valentine Parties
Each class will have a Valentine party. The party for Groups 1 & 2 will be Monday, February 13. Groups 3 & 4 will party on Tuesday, February 14.
Special Registration for Danville UMC Families...Sunday, March 11, 10:00-11:00 a.m.
A special registration (Tues./Thurs. classes only) is scheduled for DUMC families. Register in the church lobby.
Danville U. M. Preschool Open Registration...Monday, April 16, 7:00 p.m., at Danville UMC
Registration for the 2012/2013 school year will be held on Monday, April 16 at 7:00 p.m. in the sanctuary.