Mothers Day Out Program
June 10, 2010 by joe.ahlert
Filed under Ministries
Days
- Tuesday / Thursday
- Monday / Wednesday / Friday
Times
- All Classes are offered for Mornings only 9am – Noon.
OR
- Full Day 9am – 2:30pm
( We also offer an early bird program for kids 18 months and up which begins at 7:45am )
Calendar:
We operate on a school year basis, from late August through May. Holidays are based on the Temple ISD calendar, exact dates are listed in the current Parent Handbook.
Summer classes are offered separately.
Curriculum & Classroom Activities:
Our teachers plan their daily activities based on a curriculum outline that list goals and objectives for each age level. The goals and objectives build on each other from the nursery through the Pre-K classes. Our goal is to provide developmentally appropriate environments and activities for all children. We believe that preschool children learn through play with a purpose. We also believe that it is our job as a school to provide the atmosphere, the materials, and the support for each child to play, learn, grow and develop. All of our curriculum is based on the belief that children learn best through play and a wide variety of meaningful, hands-on experiences.
Infant and Toddler Classes:
- Nursery 6-11 months
- Older Infants 12-17 months
- Toddlers 18-23 months
In our Nursery class we provide excellent care from experienced, loving teachers. Teachers work closely with the parents to provide individualized care for each infant. Teachers document major aspects of each child’s day, take a daily walk in the
bye-bye buggy, and offer many opportunities to explore the world around them
with stimulating toys, music and books.
Our Older Infants and Toddlers enjoy adding more activities to their routine. In addition to meeting their daily needs, teachers incorporate a short circle time each morning where they share favorite songs and finger plays. Classroom activities include a variety of opportunities to develop fine and gross motor skills through puzzles, table toys, large blocks, climbing, and riding toys. Teachers provide exposure to a wide variety of stimulating toys, materials, and activities to prepare for later preschool learning.
Preschool Classes
In our preschool classes, teachers provide learning centers and a wide variety of interactive materials. The children are exposed to pre-phonics and pre-math concepts and have many opportunities to practice their early reading, writing and math skills. Children are encouraged to participate in a more involved circle time, as well as develop social skills such as the importance of respecting the classroom and personal belongings. Our 3’s and 4’s classes have certified/degreed teachers and go to music and chapel classes each week. We also offer an optional gymnastics program f or children 2 and up.
Class Placement
Children are registered for classes according to the child’s age on September 1st. Classes remain constant throughout the year, we do not promote students to the next age group as they have birthdays. The children learn, grow, and develop together. Occasionally, classes are combined or divided according to registration.
About our program
For 35 years, we have provided excellent part-time care for young children in Bell County. We are a unique program in that we offer consistent, quality care for infants and toddlers, along with a stimulating and educational environment for preschool children. Many of our children stay with our program from nursery through Pre-K. The program is structured to benefit stay at home Moms and Dads, parents who work part time, college students, and other caregivers such as nannies and Grandparents. We do not offer full-time daycare. Our goal is to provide the best care and a great education for your child while Mom and Dad are away.
Fees Schedule
Registration Fees
2 day program……….$125.00
3 day program……….$150.00
Registration fees are collected at the time of registration.
There must be an opening in the appropriate class before a registration will be accepted.
Registration fees are non-refundable
Monthly Tuition
September-May
9-12 9-2:30
2 days $140.00 $175.00
3 days $185.00 $225.00
Early Bird Tuition
This class is available for parents who need an earlier start. Children can arrive as early as 7:45. The children can choose from a variety of unstructured activities in this mixed age group class. Children are brought to their regular classes at 9:00am. We will only take children who are 18 months or older in this class.
2 days/week $45.00
3 days/week $65.00
Or for occasional use $7.00 per day
Our Philosophy
The Preschool & Mother’s Day Out program of the First United Methodist Church of Temple is an extension of the total ministry of the church, serving not only the families of the church, but also the entire community.
It is a learning center concerned with the whole child, where in a relaxed, tension-free environment, the children are encouraged to explore, discover, create, and communicate while developing a positive self concept that will foster a never-ending desire to learn.
Parents and school must share the responsibility if the child is to accomplish his/her optimum in the areas of spiritual, intellectual, emotional, physical, and cultural development. In accordance with this belief, we encourage parents to familiarize themselves with the entire Preschool & Mother’s Day Out program and particularly their child’s group.
