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.