FIDELITY HOUSE PRE-KINDERGARTEN

The Pre-Kindergarten program is an advanced Preschool, which will provide a safe and nurturing environment. Children are given various opportunities to develop their creative side, interact with peers, build fine and gross motor skills, foster their self-esteem and work on readiness skills for kindergarten.

CURRICULUM

The curriculum is carefully planned, taking into consideration that each child has unique needs, interests, and capabilities. The daily schedule includes free play time, circle time, project time and outdoor play. At circle time, children go over the calendar, weather, sing songs, read stories, and share any special news. Lots of indirect learning happens here. Our projects include many art activities, science projects, and even music, movement, and cooking.

STAFF

Our program is directed by Department of Early Education and Care qualified staff who is dedicated to the well being and safety of the children. The staff is composed of college graduates with a wealth of experience working with children. The staff regularly attends workshops and seminars. Each and every staff member is sensitive to the needs of the individual child.

SCHEDULE

The Pre-Kindergarten program follows the Arlington Public School calendar with regard to vacations, holidays, snow days, or delayed openings.

ACTIVITIES

The Pre-Kindergarten program takes a hands-on approach to learning. There will be many fun activities. Some of the activities include, but are no limited to arts and crafts, science activities, exploration activities, cooking, gym activities, creative movement, computer time, library visits, and more! Parents are invited to visit the programwhile their child is in class. Confidential conferences are set up during the year for parents and teachers to discuss the child’s progress and development. Any parent may request a conference at any time during the school year.

REGISTRATION

Registration is on first come, first served basis. A non-refundable registration fee of $50.00 must accompany new applications. Department of Early Education and Care forms will be mailed out in early August.

TUITION

Newsletters/ Bills will be sent out monthly. Tuition payments are due on the first of each month. The rates are as follows:

Per Day

5 Days $ 16

4 Days $17

3 Days $18

2 Days $19

The Pre-K program does not bill for holidays or vacation days. However, all other days—such as sick days and snow days will be charged and cannot be made u or refunded.

PRE-KINDERGARTEN DAILY PLAN

A.M.

8:30 ARRIVAL TIME

8:30-9:00 Attendance, Circle Time / Calendar

9:00-10:30 Structured Free Play & Project Time: Children may play at various activity centers.

10:15-10:30 CLEAN-UP TIME

10:30-11:00 SNACK

11:00-11:30 OUTSIDE PLAY

11:30-11:45 Show & Tell

11:45-12:15 LUNCH

12:15-12:30 Story Time

12:30 DISMISSAL

MORE ABOUT FIDELITY HOUSE

Fidelity House is a non-profit community center. We offer many programs for youngsters of all ages! Programs such as: Tot Time, Pre-school sports, Arts and Crafts, Intramural and Instructional sports leagues and clinics, gymnastics and many other programs and special events. We have a School Age Child Care Program from 2:00-6:30pm and this program also offers Full Day programs—holidays, vacation days, ½ days and teacher conference days. We provide three summer camp programs-Preschool, Kindergarten, and Day Camp. And of course our Open Membership which offers many wonderful programs for everyone!