Fidelity House Preschool
PURPOSE
Fidelity House Preschool was
established in 1976 as a non-denominational, non-profit school for children
ages 2.9 - 5 years. Our school
continues to provide a safe and nurturing environment where children are given various
opportunities to develop their creative side, interact with peers, build fine
and gross motor skills and enhance their self-esteem.
CURRICULUM
Our curriculum is
developmentally appropriate: designed to meet the needs, interests and ability
level of the individual child. The
emphasis is on social skills with the younger children. We combine math and reading readiness
activities with art, music, science and social studies along with free
play. Great importance is placed on
reading and storytelling as well. We
also have long-term projects, “special guests” and local field trips.
STAFF
All staff meet or exceed the
requirements of Department of Early Education and Care. The staff is comprised
of a Director/Lead Teacher, Teacher and Assistant Teacher. All staff members are trained to meet the
needs of each child. All faculty
regularly attend workshops and seminars to maintain their credentials. We also avail ourselves of adult volunteers
and student teachers from area colleges.
COMMUNICATION
Communication between home and
school is very important. Therefore,
teachers are readily available to answer questions and discuss concerns. Parents are encouraged to visit the classroom
or volunteer in the room at any time.
Formal conferences are scheduled in January for parents of children
eligible for Kindergarten the following September and later for parents of
younger children. Progress reports are
given at this time and again at year’s end.
SCHEDULE
MORNING SESSION
8:45AM - 11:45AM
AFTERNOON SESSION 12:15PM - 3:15PM
The Preschool follows the Arlington Public School
calendar regarding vacations, holidays, snow days or delayed openings.
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AM |
PM |
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8:45 |
12:15 |
ARRIVAL
TIME
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9:00 |
12:30 |
CIRCLE
TIME |
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Opening activities (news, weather, calendar)-music
& movement-finger plays-day’s agenda |
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9:15 |
12:45 |
STRUCTURED
FREE PLAY & PROJECT TIME |
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Children
play in area-Art Project-mini lesson offered |
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10:15 |
1:45 |
CLEAN
UP TIME |
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Children work together to put toys, etc away-Bathroom
Time |
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10:30 |
2:00 |
SNACK
Snack
provide by parents on a rotating basis |
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10:45 |
2:15 |
OUTDOOR
PREPARATION |
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Clean-up – Bathroom – Dress for outside |
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11:00 |
2:30 |
OUTDOOR
PLAY Children
go outside daily – exceptions would be severe cold or inclement weather |
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11:30 |
3:00 |
CLEAN
UP TIME
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Children clean up outdoor toys – wash hands – gather on
rug for closing activities |
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11:45 |
3:15 |
DISMISSAL |
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Children released directly to parents or designated
adults. |
Boys and Girls who attend preschool on a regular basis
adjust more easily and reach their comfort level with teachers and the other children
much earlier, especially at the beginning of the year.
However, if for any reason your child will be absent from
class, please call the office.
REGISTRATION
Open House / Registration begins late January for the following school year. We strongly recommend that you visit the school with your child at this time. Applications are available in the Fidelity House office. Completed forms must be accompanied by a $50 non-refundable registration fee to reserve a spot for your child.
TUITION
Tuition payments are due on the first of each month. Tuition is based on a yearly amount for two or three days per week attendance. The 9 monthly payments start September 1st, 2005.
The breakdown is as follows:
2 Days / Week $120 per month
3 Days / Week $175 per month
If you are interested in four or five days a
week, please speak with the Preschool Director.
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, Tiny Tunes, Arts
& Crafts, Intramural & Instructional sports leagues/clinics, gymnastics
and special events--to name just a few!
We have a School Age Child Care Program from 2:00-6:30PM. This program also offers Full Day Programs
for holidays, vacations days, snow days, 1/2 days and teacher conference days.
We provide Summer Camp programs-Preschool, Kindergarten, Day Camp & Sports
Camps. Our Open Recreation Program
offers many wonderful programs for everyone.