Our Programs

Our school provides developmentally appropriate programs for two, three, and four year-olds designed to:

* Stimulate interaction between children and their classmates
* Establish the young child “away from home”
* Build relationships between children and adults
* Prepare the child for the following year’s program
* Receive instruction through curriculum that supports the Common Core Standards

TOGETHER WITH TODDLER (12-36 MONTHS)

Fridays 9:30 am to 10:45 am – Gradually prepare your child for separation. Your child will explore shapes, colors, puzzles, blocks, and nature; engage in dramatic play, fingerplays, songs, and manipulatives; experience literature, music, movement, playground, and gym; experiment with science, instruments, and art materials; and grow through Bible stories, prayers, social and self awareness. Your child can be accompanied by mom, dad, babysitter grandparent or other relative.

TODDLER (2’S)

This 9am-11:30am program follows a schedule of social and learning activities. Your child should be fully ready for separation in this “no parent” class. Choose our three day (m/w/f) or two day (t/th class).

NURSERY AND PRE-KINDERGARTEN (3’S AND 4’S)

HALF DAY PROGRAMS

This four hour program for 3 year olds and 4 year olds begins at 9am and ends at 1pm. It includes lunchtime and enrichment activities. Choose three, four, or five days.

FULL DAY PROGRAMS

This six hour program for 3 year olds and 4 year olds begins at 9am and ends at 3pm. It includes lunchtime, rest, and enrichment activities. Choose three, four, or five days.

EXTENDED CARE

Before and After Care is provided between the hours of 6:30-9 a.m. and 3-6 p.m. Billing is at the end of the month based on usage. Care is sometimes provided for our preschoolers through this program when school is closed for holidays and conferences.

SCHOOL-AGE (5-12) BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM

EXTENDED CARE School Age Extended Care Details

Does your child’s older sibling need care before and after their school day? Your 5-12 year old can be bussed to their school in time for the start of the day and/or be bussed to Abiding Presence at the end of the day. (Billing and hours as above).

AGE REQUIREMENTS

2’s (Toddler): 2 years of age by December 1

3’s (Nursery): 3 years of age by December 1

4’s (Pre-K): 4 years of age by December 1

School-Age: 5-12 years of age by December 1

If you chose abiding presence preschool, please contact Ms. Nicchio at 631-269-4898 to make arrangements for registration.