Philosophy
Fox Valley Presbyterian Church seeks to serve three, four and five year old children and their families by providing a warm and nurturing early childhood education experience.
The atmosphere of our preschool is designed to support your child’s growth and development. The curriculum is carefully planned to stimulate your child’s curiosity and creativity.
Age-appropriate activities are used to support all areas of learning including literacy, math, science, and social skills. Experiences, both indoors and out, promote problem solving, questioning and will encourage further investigation in your child's areas of interest.
Our school embodies the values of our faith, but is open to and respectful of all faith traditions.
Sessions & Fees
Three Day Preschool
Regular and Extended Sessions *
- Monday, Tuesday, & Wednesday
- 9:00 – 11:30 a.m. or 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
- Mixed age group
- Parents provide lunch
- $155 per month or $240 per month
Four Day Preschool
Regular and Extended Sessions *
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday
- 9:00 – 11:30 a.m. or 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
- Mixed age group (director’s discretion that 3-year-old is ready to be in this class)
- Must be 3 years old by 9/1/2006
- $175 per month or $275 per month
The Extended Session allows more time for learning and activities. It is geared for older preschoolers (or at Director’s discretion) who enjoy additional challenges, and gives parents an extended period of free time. Parents provide a lunch from home. Children have additional large motor time and an additional teacher-directed concept or activity.
Daily Schedule
Team Meetings
Students and teachers meet as a group (our team!) twice a day to plan activities, share ideas, introduce new concepts, and laugh!
Work–Play Time
Learning centers are set up throughout the room for the children to enjoy. Children have hands-on experiences and experiment as they choose. Interest areas include: math, science, literacy, art, block and dramatic play.
Gym & Outdoor Time
This is time to run and jump, play games, or explore nature.
Snacks
Parents provide our daily nutritious snacks. The preschool provides 100% fruit juice or snacks. A prayer of thanks is said for the gift of the food.
On-Site Visit
If you are able to visit the Growing Place when classes are in session you will see:
- Happy and active children
- A welcoming, fun and educational environment
- A bright, warm, safe classroom
- An 8 to 1 student teacher ratio
- Experienced and fully qualified (DCFS) teacher/director
- A nurturing atmosphere where children are affirmed
- Learning centers for reading, science, and art
- Equipment for the development of small and large motor skills