CLASSES
Option A: Three morning program Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00-11:30
Option B: Three day afternoon program Monday, Wednesday, Friday 12:30-3:00
Option C: Two morning program Tuesday and Thursday 9:00-11:30
Option D: Two day afternoon program Tuesday and Thursday 12:30-3:00
Option E: Five day program (mornings or afternoons)
Some parents may wish to enroll there children in two programs, providing them with pre-school 5 days a week.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
Our philosophy at Powell River Christian Preschool is to provide a caring and stimulating environment for young children in a Christian setting. The preschool will nurture a positive and loving relationship with God. The preschool will develop the child’s self- confidence, self-esteem, and a positive attitude toward learning through successful, appropriate learning experiences.
REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL OBLIGATION
$20 registration fee
Preschool Program Fees/month
2 day program $ 95.00
3 day program $ 130.00
5 day program $ 215.00
Fees are due within the first week of which month. Cheques can be made out to Powell River Christian School or PRCS.
WITHDRAWAL POLICY
You are required to give Powell River Christian Preschool thirty days written notice prior to your child’s withdrawing from the program or pay one month’s fees in lieu of written notice.
There is no reduction of fees for classes missed due to vacations or illness.
Powell River Christian Preschool also reserves the right to give the parent or guardian one month’s written notice to find an alternate preschool.
DRESS CODE
The Preschool is a part of the Powell River Christian School and the children will be encouraged to purchase a T-shirt that is part of the uniform. Children are also required to have a change of clothes on hand each day attending. You are also asked to provide a paint shirt (old t-shirt, button shirt etc) and indoor shoes (ones your child can successfully put on themselves, these can be runners, slippers, sandals etc.)
TEACHER
To teach at the Powell River Christian Preschool, teachers must be a committed
member of a Christian Church, and hold a valid Early Childhood Education Certificate.
They are also required to have a valid First Aid that is recognized by Early Childhood
Educators Licensing, and also have a current Criminal Record Check from the RCMP
as well as the Licensing Office, completed prior to working in the Preschool.
It is the teacher’s role to plan and implement the preschool curriculum, ensuring it is
age appropriate and Biblically based. It is also the teacher’s role to maintain a safe,
clean and organized room to assist in the daily running of the program.
SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS
In the case that the preschool teacher is unable to attend and teach preschool, an
appropriate substitute teacher will fill in. They will have a valid Early Childhood
Education Certificate, recognized first aid certificate, criminal record check on file, and
be approved by the Powell River Christian School.
VOLUNTEERS
All volunteers of the Powell River Christian Preschool must have a current Criminal
Record check completed and on file prior to volunteering. This includes the supervision
of field trips, as well as helping in the classroom and playground.
SUPERVISION POLICY
It is the policy of the Powell River Christian Preschool to always be supervising the
children. Outdoor and Bathroom times are scheduled into the program to ensure
constant and appropriate supervision and safety of all attending.
