3 Year Old Preschool Class at Shepherd of the Hills Christian School

Distinguishing Features

* Age 3 by October 1
* Program options: Monday, Wednesday, Friday; Tuesday & Thursday; Monday – Friday
* 8:30-11:30
* Full day and extended care (BASE Camp) are available
* Program follows day school calendar

Goal and Philosophy

* Maintain a Christian school experience that delivers the Gospel message, serves the community and provides quality education
* Comprehensive program that promotes spiritual, physical, emotional, social, creative and cognitive growth and development
* Young children learn best with developmentally appropriate activities

Preschool Classroom

Academics

* Theme based curriculum concentrates on Social and Emotional Development
* Alphabet, Math and Science discovery experiences
* Library Time including story time and the opportunity to check-out books

Daily Routine

* Circle Time
* Jesus Time
* Outdoor Time
* Snack Time
* Center Time: Computer, Art, Music, Math, Language Arts, and Science

Christian Learning

* Bible stories and songs
* Prayer Time
* Teachers model their faith and encourage children to apply Christian principles, like forgiveness, grace and respect for life

Preschool Classroom

The Environment

* Experientially designed for children to learn and explore at their own pace
* Allows the child to experience the world and grow in their love for the Lord
* Combination of center activities, group activities and individual attention
* Parent volunteers help with craft and snack times and parties
* Mature staff including a Director degreed in Early Childhood Education and group leader qualified teachers.