Summary
Contact Info
Magdalen's Preschool
2201 S. Old US 23 Highway
Brighton
, MI
48114
www.saintmarymagdalen.org
Tel:
(810) 229-0010
Fax:
(810) 229-6471
Director:
Kathie Anderer
preschool1@saintmarymagdalen.org
General Approach to Learning
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Play-based |
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Play-based with some structure |
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| Predominantly teacher-led instruction |
Application Information
| Applications accepted |
Year around |
| Deadline for applications |
Rolling |
Key Statistics
| Student/teacher ratio |
10:1 |
| Age cutoff for enrollment |
2 years and 9 months |
| School year |
9/15/2009 - 5/31/2010 |
| Summer Program |
-1/-1/-1 - -1/-1/-1 |
Kindergarten Placement
Survey Information
Director survey: Yes
Savvy Source survey: Yes
School Philosophy & Day in the Life
School Philosophy and Mission
Our Purpose and Philosophy...
The purpose of the preschool program at St. Mary Magdalen Church is to provide a Christian education, in a warm, caring, environment for the young children of the community. The primary objective is to teach the children about the love of their Savior, Jesus Christ.
Our program will provide opportunities for the children to grow spiritually, socially, intellectually, emotionally, and physically, and to gain confidence in their God-given abilities. It is designed to help build a solid foundation for success in future schoolwork.
The early childhood years are an important time in the development of the child. Most of the potential for learning is established by age six. During this time, children need a stimulating environment in which they can build on their knowledge and experiences through educational play, social interaction, problem solving, exploration, and discovery. Many opportunities will be provided for the children to explore and manipulate a variety of materials. "Play" is a very important part of the preschool classroom, and much of the learning takes place through teacher-directed and self-directed play activities. Through these activities, children develop social and language skills, learn to handle their emotions, and learn about God's wonderful world.
We believe that a Christian education in these early years lays an important foundation in the spiritual life and overall development of the child. The sharing of God's love permeates all that is done throughout the day.
Three-year olds will be working mostly on social development; sharing, taking turns, following a routine, sitting for circle time, etc. because of their maturity level. We will look at colors, shapes, months, days of the week, and numbers. Four-year olds and "Early Fives" will be preparing for kindergarten. Our plan is to make the transition from preschool to kindergarten as smooth as possible.
Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School
Typical Daily Schedule
15 Minutes ~ Free Play
Children arrive ~ Attendance is taken
Children choose from cognitively oriented manipulatives
20 Minutes ~ Chapel Time/Music Time/ Science
Children and teachers meet in Chapel for Prayer and Worship ~ (Music) Songs and Games ~ (Science) lessons for children attending third day.
10 Minutes ~ Bathroom Break
Classes break for "Potty Break" and Clean up before snack. Children are allowed to use barthroom facilities on a "on-call" basis whenever they need.
20 Minutes ~ Prayer and Snack
20 Minutes ~ Art Projects
Children in classroom and work on Art Project that accomplish curricular goals and theme lessons.
30 Minutes ~ Free Play
Free Choice Time - Children are free to choose from any area on the playground or in the playroom including blocvks, art, sensory table, computer, books, manipulatives, dramatic play, riding toys, and climbers.
15 Minutes ~ Circle Time
Children and teachers meet for circle time in classrooms for faith development and to wrap up the day with songs, dance, games, and "show & tell".
10 Minutes ~ Clean-Up Time
Children participate in bringing the room back to order.
10 Minutes ~ Dismissal
Teachers ready children to go home.
Quality of Teaching
Director and Parents have not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source.
Home School Connection
Director's Comments
Open House, Monthly News Letter, Web site, and Student Evaluations.
Separation
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Pre-entry meetings with parents at school
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Abbreviated schedule at start of school year
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Director's and Parents' Comments
Director's Comments
We ask parents to leave their child with us. We will stay with the student until they feel comfortable. If the child is unable to calm down we contact the parent and work out a solution together.
Discipline, Health and Safety
Overview
Director's Description of Approach Toward Discipline
Magdalen's Preschool staff shall use positive methods of discipline which encourage self-control, self-direction, self-esteem and cooperation. Extreme physical and emotional punishment will not be used. Non-severe discipline or restraint may be used when reasonably necessary, based on a child's development. Our goal is to prevent a child from harming himself/herself, or other persons or property.
Food Allergies
Medications
Ages, Schedule & Tuition
Ages, Class Size, Days & Tuition
| Ages |
Class Size |
Days |
Tuition |
From
2 years
6 months
to
5 years
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10 |
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$0/Week |
Notes on Schedule and Extended Care
Notes
$13.00 per day depending on the sessions you attend.
Calendar Year
School Year
Summer Program
Application & Admissions
Application Process
Admissions Process
Director's Comments
Comments
Applications are held on file and are dated and put in order by the date they were received. There is no deposit fee collected until you are informed of child's placement and accept the position.
