| Description/Philosophy: |  |
John Knox Cooperative Preschool was established in 1966. Guided by a board of directors made up of parents and staff, our aim is to provide a stimulating and enriching experience for our children and their families. Our program is developmentally appropriate, with emphasis on emotional, social and physical growth as well as cognitive development. We offer unlimited opportunities to play and learn in a nurturing environment. |
| Web Site: | http://www.johnknoxcooppreschool.com |
| Phone: | (925) 828-2887 |
| Email: | jkcp@johnknoxcooppreschool.com |
| Contact Name: | Kathie Hammer, Director and Teacher
- Contact Kathie by phone 8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday through Thursday |
Basic
Information: |
Preschool Program and
Pre-Kindergarten for 4 yrs.+
Ages: 3 - 5 years old
Must be 3 years old by December 2 to start school that September.)
Need to be Potty Trained? Yes
Facility: Center
Number of Classrooms in Facility = 3 | Hours
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Holidays: | Preschool Program: See "Program Times" on the left
Extended Child Care: None
Open September through June
Holidays: Follows the Dublin Unified School District. We also take in consideration the Pleasanton and San Ramon School District Calendar. |
| Program Times: | | 3 AM Class | T, Th from
9am to 11:30am | | 4 AM Class | M, W, F from
9am to 11:30am | | Pre-Kindergarten Program | M, T, W, Th from 12:15pm to 2:45pm |
| Fees
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Tuition: | Annual Fees / Non-Refundable
$75 Registration Fee
Annual Supply & Activity Fee
3
AM Class: $80/year
4 AM Class: $105/year
Pre-K
Class: $130/year
| Tuition 2009-2010 | | 3 AM Class | $150/month | | 4 AM Class | $195/month | | Pre- Kindergarten Class | $260/month |
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Ages /
Teacher: Student Ratio | | Age | Teacher/Student Ratio | | 3-5 yrs. | 1:5 |
Each class includes 2 credentialed teachers and 3 parents. | Special Programs: | Reading and language readiness
Literature
Supervised indoor & outdoor play
Dramatic play and puppetry
Music & movement
Water play
Arts and crafts
Large motor activities
Perceptual motor programs
Small motor challenges
Cooking
Nature studies
Science exploration
Field trips in the 4's class
Pre-math activities
Writing center
Animal Friends Letter Program
Hot Wheels Library Program once a month |
| Enrollment Information: | Registration takes place in February. Parents on the wait list will be contacted in January for Registration in February. If you are interested please contact Mary Woofter at
(925) 980-3618 or go on our web site to get on the list at: www.johnknoxcooppreschool.com as these spots may fill quickly. | Meals Provided by:
| | Breakfast | NA | | Morning Snack | School* | | Lunch | NA | | Afternoon Snack | School* | *Snack is served at each class. Families can sign up on the school calendar to volunteer to bring a nutritious snack for the entire class. Children learn to patiently share and pour at snack time. | | |
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Additional
Information: | Parents are required to:
- Work in classroom approximately 5 weeks per year.
- Participate in 3 hours of maintenance per year. (i.e. washing aprons, fixing bikes, cutting crafts)
- Attend 3 mandatory meetings each year including an orientation luncheon, ice cream social and carnival, and Christmas workshop. |
