The Learning Tree Christian Preschool

Marlene Cordell and Christi Starnes, Co-Directors

REGISTRATION FOR THE 2010-11 SCHOOL YEAR and SUMMER 2010:

Current students, their siblings, and members of First Baptist Church – Grapevine will begin registration on Tuesday, February 23rd, at 8:30 a.m.  *See note below.

Registration will open up to the general public on Thursday, March 4th, at 8:30 a.m.  *See note below.

*Note:
 Enrollment will take place in The Learning Tree Christian Preschool hallway of our church.  If you do not currently have a child enrolled in our program, we ask that you enter the building through the main church office located on Texas Street. 

SPECIAL NOTICE ABOUT OUR SUMMER PROGRAM 2010:  In the past, we have only enrolled current students and their siblings in our summer program.  This summer we will be opening up enrollment to the general public.  Space will be limited and will be on a first come, first serve basis.  Registration for the summer program takes place at the same time as regular registration.  The summer program meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays during the months of June, July, and August with the exception of Vacation Bible School week (June 14th – 18th).  The summer program will begin on June 1st and continue through August 19th.  Hours for the summer program are 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

If you have older children, our children’s ministry department offers a summer program entitled Camp Grapevine for school-aged students.  You can find information regarding that program at the following link:  http://www.fbcgrapevine.com/groups/children/camp-grapevine/ 

If you need to download a copy of our enrollment packet, please click on the link below: 

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If you are interested in this school year (2009-10), please note that our program is currently full. If you would like to put your child on our waiting list, please email the following information to : your childĖ™s name, birthday (including the year), your first and last name and your phone number. If an opening becomes available, we will call you.

The purpose of The Learning Tree Christian Preschool is to extend the ministry of First Baptist Church by providing loving care and education so that each child can develop to his/her greatest potential: spiritually, mentally, physically, emotionally, and socially. Our preschool was established in 1984. We are licensed by the State of Texas and follow the Minimum Standards for Childcare Centers. Our entire staff is trained in both first aid and CPR.

Our program utilizes the WEE Learn curriculum. This curriculum is based on Biblical principles with an emphasis on learning through play using hands on experiences. We also have a weekly chapel and music time. 

Enrollment
Enrollment is open to children age 6 months (as of Sept. 1st of the current enrollment year) through 5 years old with the exception of the summer program.  Children enrolled in the summer program must have been 6 months old as of the previous September 1st.  During the school year, children in the infant class may attend one or two days a week on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Toddlers and twos attend school two days a week on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Threes and fours have an option of attending school two days a week (Mondays/Wednesdays or Tuesdays/Thursdays) or four days a week (Monday through Thursday). Our school hours are 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.  We also offer an extended day program on Tuesdays and Thursdays until 3:30 p.m. for an additional fee.  Our summer program hours are 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Calendar
Our program follows the GCISD calendar. Because our program is open four days a week, we will occasionally have to take off an extra Tuesday or Thursday here and there to compensate for the Monday holidays and teacher workdays that the school district recognizes. This way everyone ends up with an equal amount of days at the end of the school year.

Teacher/Student Ratios

1A Infants 1 to 4
1B Toddlers 1 to 6
*2A and 2B Twos 1 to 8
*3A and 3B Threes 1 to 9
4A and 4B Fours 1 to 10
*Note: These classes also have an aide that works with the teachers.

Summer Program
We offer an optional summer program that meets during the months of June, July and August.  The summer program meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Our summer program will be broken down into the following themes:  sports, water fun, western, 4th of July, carnival, animal, Bible characters, space, weather, puppets, and music.  We will do fun activities related to each weekly theme. 

REGISTRATION/ACTIVITY FEES FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR AND SUMMER:

Non-refundable Registration/Activity fees are due upon registration.

One day a week (infants 1A) - $75.00 per child
Two days a week (infants 1A and Toddlers) - $150.00 per child
2 days a week (everyone else) - $125.00 per child
4 days a week (threes and fours) - $200.00 per child                                                           Summer (everyone) - $30.00

MONTHLY TUITION FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR:

1 day a week (infants 1A) - $100.00 per child
2 days a week (infants and toddlers) - $185.00 per child
2 days a week (everyone else) - $175.00 per child
4 days a week (threes and fours) - $350.00 per child
Extended days on Tuesdays and Thursdays - $5.00 a day per child

MONTHLY SUMMER TUITION:

2 days a week (students enrolled in our program during the school year) - $175.00 per child         2 days a week (general public) - $185.00 per child

Special Days
Throughout the school year, we have several special activities. In September, we have a "Fall into Friendship" picnic. In October, we have a pumpkin patch.  In November, we have Thanksgiving feasts. Our Christmas program is in December. January is the time we celebrate "Winter Fun Days." The threes and fours walk to the mailbox on Main St. to mail Valentine's cards in February. Easter parties and egg hunts are in March or April. Our four-year-old Mother's Tea is held in the spring. Our spring programs and our four-year-old graduation ceremony take place in May. So, as you can see, we have lots of fun all year long!

Rest Time
Because we are licensed by the State of Texas, all children are required to have a rest time each day. Parents provide a nap mat and blanket. Children do not have to go to sleep, but they must rest quietly.  During the summer, the twos and under will have a rest time.  But, the threes and fours will not. 

Contact information:
Christi Starnes or Marlene Cordell
Phone: (817) 488-8853