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GOOD
SHEPHERD PRESCHOOL
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SNOW
POLICY - SCHOOL CLOSINGS
We do not necessarily follow
Harford County Public Schools for weather related closings.
PARENTS, if you are unsure, please call the preschool
at 410-838-8457 to check the outgoing message in the event
of inclement weather.
CURRICULUM
The curriculum includes arts and crafts, physical coordination
activities, activity centers, and games to broaden the
child’s horizons. A readiness program begins in the 3-year-old
class emphasizing listening, following directions and
social skills. Science, social studies, pre-reading skills,
mathematics, art, music and motor development are taught
through interdisciplinary units and games that actively
involve the child. Field trips enrich and expand units
taught in the classroom. Christian faith is encouraged
through Bible stories, prayers, and monthly chapel services
and in showing love and concern for others.
CLASS
SIZE
Classes
have a maximum of 12 or 18 children. All teachers are degreed
in Early Childhood Education and/or Elementary Education.
ADMISSION
Admission
is open to children of any race, religion or national origin.
To apply for admission, contact the director to place your
child’s name on the waiting list. When you are notified
of an opening, you must complete and return an application
form accompanied by a non-refundable $125 registration fee.
A registration day will take place in February.
For
admission to preschool, all 3 and 4 year olds must be
toilet trained and of class age by September 1st of the
school year.
HEALTH
REQUIREMENTS
Children
must have a medical health inventory and an immunization
checklist completed by May 15.
TUITION
Tuition
is payable quarterly, due at Registration Night, May 15th,
August 15th and November 15th. The cost of field trips for
your child is included in the tuition.
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The
Cooperative Experience
Good
Shepherd Lutheran Preschool celebrates 30 years of preschool
Christian education this year!
Founded in 1977, Good Shepherd Lutheran Preschool, formerly
named Good Shepherd Cooperative Nursery School, is a parent
cooperative school where parents take an active role in
their child’s growth and development in school. Through
regular participation, parents along with teachers provide
a supportive and safe environment where children feel
free to explore their surroundings through creative and
positive play. The co-op experience is enriching, rewarding,
and fun as it strengthens the bond between parents and
children.
Today, the preschool offers a five-day program for four-year-olds
and a three-day program for three-year-olds, geared toward
preparing children for the rigors of full-day kindergarten.
These programs are offered in addition to the traditional,
cooperative three-day program for four-year-olds and two-day
program for three-year-olds. A gradual entry program eases
the transition into school.
To speak with someone about our preschool please call
the preschool office at 410-838-8457.
In addition, our co-op environment provides:
- A
gentle transition from home to school
- A
unique opportunity for parents to have a “front row
seat” to experience their child’s early childhood
education
- A
friendly place where parents can meet and support
other parents
- An
experienced and nurturing staff
- Small
class size
- Quality
education at a reasonable cost
Teaching
Philosophy
We believe that children’s play is a very important way
of learning. Our dedicated teachers create an environment
that is inviting, secure and rich in opportunities for children
to express their creativity, to explore new ideas, and to
interact with other children. Children are taught in a Christian
atmosphere, a mutual respect for one another, as well as
the ideas of fair play, social interaction, and the ability
to enjoy one another.
Licensing
Good
Shepherd Lutheran Preschool is registered with the Maryland
State Department of Education as a non-public preschool
and carries a letter of compliance from the Maryland Child
Care Administration as a church-operated facility. All
preschool staff are trained in cardiopulmonary resuscitation
(CPR) and First Aid.
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