First Presbyterian Church of Gardena

Serving Christ since 1899

PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL

1957 W.Redondo Beach Blvd. Tel # (310) 329-4030
Gardena, CA 90247 Lic # 191600560

 

School History

Presbyterian Preschool was established in April of 1966. The school began serving the immediate community and soon expanded to the South Bay area and beyond.

Mission Statement

Presbyterian Preschool provides the opportunity to grow and develop in a secure and loving environment where children and their families may experience God’s love and God’s many blessings.

Goals

● instill a joy of learning
● build a positive self image
● become more independent in caring for their own needs
● accept responsibility
● enhance their awareness and understanding of God's beautiful world
● learn respect and compassion for others
● develop self control

Enrollment

We welcome children 2-5 years of age regardless of race, gender, color, creed, and national or ethnic origin. All faiths are welcome!

Schedule

Hours:
NEW!! 2011-2012 (longer hours)
Full day 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Half Day 8:30 am-12:30 pm
 
Days: (We offer flexible 2 or 3 days)
5 day
3 day 
2 day

Months of operation:     September through mid June. We also offer two-four week summer sessions starting in July.

Tuition

We are a non-profit preschool supported by our tuition. Therefore, we charge by the month (September-June). We also offer two-four week summer sessions starting in July.

NEW!! 2011-2012 Rates!

Rates: (per month)    
Full Day - 5 Day  $610 3 Day  $410 2 Day  $365
Half Day - 5 Day $480 3 Day  $290 2 Day  $250

A $75.00 Non-refundable registration fee is paid at the time of registration.

Curriculum

Children must first gather meaning from the world and develop awareness of many concepts in order to begin to read and perform other academic tasks.  Through play children learn.

Our age appropriate curriculum provides experience in the following areas:

  • Arts and Crafts
  • Science
  • Music
  • Math Concepts
  • Language Arts Development
  • Dramatic Play
  • Physical Fitness
  • Self Directed Activities  (free choice)
  • Chapel Time

    • In Conclusion

    We hope this information has been helpful. Please contact Shari Keating at (310) 329-4030 or by fpcpreschool@gmail.com for an appointment to tour the preschool and receive paperwork.