Presbyterian Preschool Carbondale, IL

Programs

The Preschool's goals encompass the following areas:

1. To give each child many opportunities to work and play cooperatively in a group.
2. To teach the child to act and think for him/herself.
3. To provide opportunities to work with a variety of materials for fostering creative expression.
4. To help the child feel a real sense of belonging and acceptance.
5. To teach the child how to live happily and harmoniously with others.
6. To help the child manifest some degree of self-discipline and self-control.
7. To help the child develop motor control and manual dexterity.
8. To provide a positive first school experience for the child.
9. To expose the child to developmentally appropriate cognitive skills.


The Polliwog Class- 2-years-old
The Polliwog class is for children that are 2 years of age.
This class meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30-12. (*limited spots available to attend preschool 5 days a week, option of Early Care at 8am available)
Children in the Polliwog Class learn through play as well as child/teacher directed activities. They learn to be part of a group and participate in a structured morning. 

The Tadpole Class- 3-years-old
The Tadpole class is for children that are 3 years of age.
This class meets on Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 8:30-12 (*limited spots available to attend preschool 5 days a week, option of Early Care at 8am available)
Tadpole children also learn through play as well as child/teacher directed activities.  They learn to be part of a classroom and follow school rules, routines, and participate in a structured morning.

The Frog Class- 4-years-old
The Frog class is for children ages 4 to 5 (home-schoolers are encouraged to join us too!)
This class meets Monday through Friday from 8:30-12. (option of Early Care at 8am available)
Children in the Frog Class are taught using a theme based curriculum as well as instruction of Spanish language, literature and music. They learn through play centers and small group activities that include hands-on learning in math, science, literacy, music, art and the Spanish language. The Frog class also focuses on kindergarten readiness skills. 

Summer Session - 3-5-years-old

The summer session is for children ages 3-5.

This class meets Monday through Thursday from 8:30-12 and is 3 weeks each month in June and July.

Our summer program is full of fun, structure and learning! Children will enjoy a weekly water play day and special excursions to nearby local attractions such as the library and community garden.