Fountain Valley United Methodist Church

Fountain Valley United Methodist Church Preschool

Lic. # 300600324

Serving Children Since 1967

Accredited since 1991

Call 714-968-2834 for information or admission

Our Director

Donna McInteer joined our staff in the fall of 2003. She has been in the field of early education since 1988. She is married and has two children and one granddaughter.

Accreditation and Staff

• Accredited by the National Academy of Early Childhood Programs (NAEYC) and a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).
• The Preschool provides each child with Christian atmosphere and experiences that encourage awareness of Jesus' love for them. Our staff is committed to the Gospel and the teachings of the Bible.
• Our administrative and teaching staff are qualified through formal education and experience to guide children in a developmentally academic program. Their experience is supplemented by participating in professional seminars.
• The maximum ratio of teachers to children in the youngest class is 1 to 8, and in the older classes the maximum ratio is 1 to 12. We have parent aides, a roving teacher’s assistant, and the Director to help where needed.

Philosophy

• We are a developmental preschool following NAEYC guidelines
• We help children develop spiritually, intellectually, socially/emotionally, and physically
• We provide positive, age-appropriate individual and group experiences
• We provide many opportunities to learn through exploration, imitation, repetition and participation with our goal being to help children develop into well-balanced individuals with the ability to problem-solve, and express love, joy and friendliness
• We believe that children learn best through hands-on experiences that guides and supports children’s natural inclination to challenge themselves, be creative, and to take risks
• Activities are designed to develop competence, self-esteem, and independence

Special Features

• 10,000 square foot outside classroom
• Children's Chapel twice a month
• Weekly Bible lessons in the classroom
• Monthly Newsletter
• Parent Library
• Open House
• Daddy and Me Night
• Mommy and Me Night
• Thanksgiving Feast
• Family Night Potluck
• Parent Participation Program

Sessions

• Regular Session: Mid September to Mid June.
• Summer Session: June/July

Times

• Regular Session: 9:00am to 12:00pm (noon)
• Lunch Bunch (Optional): 12:00-1:00 pm (Tuesday to Friday)

Ages

• Children age 2 ½ through 6.

Tuition

• Registration: $85, materials: $25
• Monday, Wednesday, Friday (3 days per week): $2530 year/$253 month
• Tuesday and Thursday (2 days per week): $1920 year/$192 month
• Monday through Friday (5 days per week): $3740 year/$374 month
• There is a 10% addition for children who are not potty trained
• There is a 10% discount for siblings
• Extended program (Lunch Bunch) is $6, and parents provide lunch for their children
• Parent aides receive a credit of approximately $12 per day worked

Our Daily Program in both the indoor and outdoor classrooms

• Interest centers: activities with art, science, blocks, dramatic play, manipulative toys, cooking, books, music and sensory materials
• Language: individual and small group opportunities for talking and listening skills
• Perceptual/motor development: activities for fine and gross physical development
• Aesthetic expression and appreciation: activities with art and music
• Snack/lunch time: learning to eat nutritionally; expressing thanks to God