Crafton Presbyterian Church Preschool

80 Bradford Ave. Pittsburgh, PA  15205

412-921-2293

                            

                   Teacher:  Marta Pletz                    Assistant:  Tammy Ruta

 

      Welcome to our Preschool and thank you for your interest in our program! 

 

                                          The Preschool year begins in…………

 

             September, with Orientation activities scheduled during August. 

 

                         The Preschool year concludes for the year…………

 

                                                    early in May. 

 

                       We offer programs for 3 and 4 year old children .

 

Classes are held for 3 year old children (Young Preschool) on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Classes are held for 4 year old children (Older Preschool) on Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays  .

 

 

 

 

 

 

                               

                            

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TUITION RATES AND REGISTRATION

 

3 year old class (Young Preschool)                   $72.00/month

            Non-refundable registration fee             $55.00

 

4year old class (Older Preschool)                     $99.00/month

            Non-refundable registration fee             $75.00

 

Tuition is due the first of each month * beginning in September and ending in April (8 payments).  No payment is due for days in August or May.  These days are built in as “free days” and are used to cover days we close for bad weather.

 

* Please note there is a $10.00 late fee for tuition not received by the 10th of the month.

 

Payments and questions concerning tuition should be directed to Cathy Schulz, the Church Secretary.  Cathy’s office is on the 1st floor of the church (enter from the church parking lot).  Her phone number is 412-921-2293.

 

 

Please make checks payable to:   Crafton U.P. Church Preschool.

                                                           

 

 

 

 

           

Children who are of age by August 31st and toilet trained are eligible to enroll.

Registration can be completed any time during the year.  A completed registration form and receipt of the registration fee will guarantee a space.  Spaces are limited. 

 

Registration forms are available on-line or can be mailed from the church office.    

                                     

 

 

 

SCHOOL PHILOSOPHY

 

The purpose of our preschool is to give children an early learning experience with a Christian emphasis.  Children will learn how God interacts with us and the world around us.  We pray on a daily basis and stories of God’s creation and the teachings of Jesus are regular features of the program.

 

Curriculum is based on the developmental levels of the children enrolled.  This means that teachers continually observe children throughout the day to gauge growth and maturity.  They then plan activities and changes in the program based on the children’s readiness to meet new challenges.

 

It is universally accepted that children LEARN THROUGH PLAY.  Therefore, play experiences are an integral part of the school experience and are used to help children construct knowledge. 

 

The classroom atmosphere is designed to encourage children’s use of language, relationships with other children and teachers, and problem solving.

 

Children learn how to be a member of a group (sharing, turn-taking, patience) and develop a sense of independence as they learn new skills that relate to the traditional school experience (colors, shapes, etc.).

 

Children follow a consistent daily routine which includes: 

·        Teacher planned activities that use a wide variety of materials that encourage experimentation

·        A work time that allows children to plan an activity

·        A nutritious snack

·        Large motor activity (bikes, slide, etc.)

·        Review time

·        Story and music