John Knox Presbyterian Church of Marietta, Georgia

John Knox Preschool

A tradition of excellence in a caring Christian atmosphere. Teacher Reading

Telephone: 770-973-3283 or Email: PreSchool@JohnKnoxPCMarietta.org

Half-Day Program: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Toddlers through Pre-K Classes
Academics/Computers/Music/Creative Movement

Open Registration -- All students register in pre-school office.

Registration for the 2011-2012 School Year is in process.

Preschool Philosophy

John Knox Preschool (JKPS) provides an Early Childhood Education program, which is committed to the total development of each child. We strive to stimulate social, emotional and spiritual growth, as well as provide academic, creative and social challenges. We help children to understand their world through the full use of their senses, feelings, and their intellect. Our goal is to provide a nurturing environment, which builds a child’s’ self-esteem, thereby enhancing his potential for learning. We believe each child is a unique individual with his own pattern of growth and development. We strive to maintain a well-rounded program, which provides worthwhile and happy experiences in daily living, while giving each child the opportunity to progress at his own level. We understand that "play" is important in the healthy growth of all children. We believe that children have an active and natural curiosity about the world around them and given opportunities to explore and succeed, they will develop a life-long love of learning.

Curriculum

JKPS is dedicated to making this first venture away from home a safe and happy experience for each child. We believe that we are in partnership with parents in helping each child to develop a love of school and a strong desire to learn.

As a play-based program, our children learn by experience, rather than workbooks & worksheets. There is a balance between free-play [allowing children to make choices] and teacher-directed learning opportunities, between active and quiet play, and indoor and outdoor activities. The Preschool Curriculum is geared to the young child’s rhythm of development and designed to nourish his growth. Learning is a creative life-long process, which for children begins in play and flourishes in wonder, discovery and active involvement in first hand experiences that have meaning for them. School is a place for living and learning age appropriate developmental skills, guided by supportive teachers who work closely with parents.

Individualized learning is stressed in all areas. Developmentally appropriate activities are structured throughout the day, helping each child grow in areas of self-discipline and self-esteem. Our classes play and experience during the day through a variety of learning centers: discovery, science and nature, manipulatives, sensory, dramatic play, building, books, creative art, and directed art.

Administration

The Preschool is operated, maintained and governed by the John Knox Presbyterian Church. General oversight of the Preschool is administered by the governing body of the church, known as the session, through the Preschool Committee.

2011 - 2012 Registration Information

Class	Schedule	Tuition
Doodlebugs (12-24 mos) Birthdate by 9/1/2010	M/W/F 9am-12pm	$2,200 ($100 enrollment fee, 10 monthly payments of $210)
Angelfish (2s) Birthdate by 9/1/2009	Tu/Th 9am-12pm	$1,900 ($100 enrollment fee, 10 monthly payments of $180)
Goldfish (2s) Birthdate by 9/1/2009	M/W/F 9am-12pm	$2,200 ($100 enrollment fee, 10 monthly payments of $210)
Zebrafish (2s) Birthdate by 1/31/2009	Tu/W/Th/F 9am-12pm	$2,500 ($100 enrollment fee, 10 monthly payments of $240)
Tadpoles (3s) Birthdate by 10/31/2008	M/W/F 9am-12pm	$2,500 ($100 enrollment fee, 10 monthly payments of $240)
Ladybugs (3s) Birthdate by 9/1/2008	Tu/W/Th/F 9am-12pm	$2,800 ($100 enrollment fee, 10 monthly payments of $270)
Bumblebees (3s) Birthdate by 4/30/2008	M/Tu/W/Th/F 9am-12pm	$2,800 ($100 enrollment fee, 10 monthly payments of $270)
Butterflies / PreK (4s) Birthdate by 9/1/2007	M/Tu/W/Th/F *9am-1pm*	$3,200 ($100 enrollment fee, 10 monthly payments of $310)
CASA / PreK (4s) Birthdate by 9/1/2007	M-F Extended Day Program 9am-3pm 9am-7pm	$4,450 ($100 enrollment fee, 10 monthly payments of $435) $6,300 ($100 enrollment fee, 10 monthly payments of $620)
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Daily Classroom Hours

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (All Classes)

Enrollment in JKPS begins in February for the school year which begins the following August. Rolling enrollment is permitted, when space allows, until January of each school year. A pre-admission interview with each child and a guardian is required prior to enrollment. Proof of birth date is required at registration to determine class placement.

Objectives

To develop confidence in themselves as unique persons. "I'm somebody special because God made me so."
To relate lovingly and with respect toward others.
To learn from Christian teachers basic concepts of the Christian faith.
To grow intellectually in a well planned and challenging program of literature, math, language, science, music and art.
To engage in creative activities both individually and as a group.
To develop physical skills through exercise and guided play activities.
To develop good mental, emotional and nutritional health.