LITTLE
BLOOMERS
PHILOSOPHY
St. Elizabeth Area
Catholic School’s Little Bloomers Program believes that the
first years of a child’s life are critical to their
development. A positive, self-confident child will later
grow to become a competent, happy and successful adult. Our
programs are designed to give children a positive experience
with school and learning. The programs provide the children
with a safe, developmentally appropriate environment in
which children can grow and prosper in the following areas;
spiritual, intellectual, social, emotional and physical.
The most important
aspect of our Little Bloomers programs is that God sees each
of us as unique individuals, full of purpose and promise.
PROGRAM
Little Bloomers
Program focuses on the whole child to meet each child’s
interests, abilities, and needs.
The program gives
working parents the opportunity to drop off their child with
qualified, competent childcare professionals as well as
having a certified director. This allows parents the
convenience and peace of mind knowing their child is in a
safe learning environment while they are away.
Our Little Bloomers
Program consists of four areas to address the needs of every
child. They include our Childcare Program, Preschool
Program, Latchkey Program, and Summer Program .
Features include:
- Christian atomosphere Cognitive Development
- Educational, developmental programs
- Breakfast, nutritious morning and afternoon snacks
- Lunch is provided throughout the summer program
- Afternoon nap/rest period velopment
- Qualified childcare staff
- Certified Director
- Certified Preschool Teacher
- Field trips and special community visitors
- Many opportunities for parent involvement
The staff works to involve each child in:
- Solving problems and
strengthening imagination through creative play
- Developing large motor control and fine motor skills
through exercise and play
- Developing healthy social relationships
- Working independently in small group settings
- Cultural experiences with art, music, dance and languagevelopment
- Recognizing letters of the alphabet, shapes, and numbers
HOURS OF OPERATION
Child Care: |
Monday - Friday 6:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. |
Preschool: |
*Pre 3 Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. |
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*Pre 4 Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. (Morning classes)
*12:30 - 3:00 p.m. (Afternoon Classes)
*Afternoon class will be
available after morning class has filled |
Latchkey |
*Based on the school year calendar:
*6:30 - 9:00 a.m. & 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.
*Summer Program: 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
*Drop-in care is also available year round, as space and staffing allows. |
Enrollment and Registration Policies
A non-refundable registration fee is required annually. The following must be completed:
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Registration Form
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Registration Fee
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Enrollment Contract
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Child Information Card
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Health Form
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Immunization Records
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Emergency Form
Parents must keep the
teacher and school office informed as to any changes made on the
above program forms.
St. Elizabeth Area
School Little Bloomers Program does not discriminate on the
basis of race, sex, national origin, or disabilities. We do
give preference in admission to those families that have
children currently attending the Little Bloomers Program and
Preschool-8 school. After a specified date assigned by Little
Bloomers Director and Preschool teacher, priority registration
will be based on the date of completion of the application and
payment of the registration fee. If a class is filled, families
will be placed on a waiting list based on date of application.
