We encourage cooperative play with the guidance of our early childhood professionals which makes us a great place for your child to make new friends!

Our center features an indoor gym, outdoor playgrounds, private classrooms for infants, toddlers and preschoolers, practice life dramatic play areas, hands on science and math opportunities, music, and a wide range of "whole" language experiences…all within a Christian environment!!!!

All of our teachers have Early Childhood or Elementary Education backgrounds and meet the teacher qualifications as set up by the Department of Human Services. They are also trained in CPR, First Aid, SIDS, Shaken Baby and receive additional training throughout the year.

Tuition (effective 9/1/12):

2-day program: $145 per month
3-day program: $190 per month
5-day program: $305 per month
Non-refundable registration: $70 per family

PMO or 'Parents Morning Out' is a school year commitment beginning in September 2012 and running through mid–May 2013 with sessions Monday, Thursday or Friday mornings from 9:00–11:30am (with various vacation and holiday breaks throughout the year). Activities included in the PMO program include stories, songs, creative play, videos, art projects and group games. A nutritious snack will be provided each day, preceded by a brief table prayer.

Groups are broken down by the following ages:
Infants (6-17 months)
Toddlers (18 months to 2 ½ years

Tuition is as follows:

1 child: $79 per month per family
2 children: $120 per month per family
3 children: $152 per month per family
Registration Fee: $49

Removal from PMO requires a 30-day written notice and one month of tuition

Our sessions include many hands–on activities, nature exploration, arts and crafts, music, games, and time enjoying our gym/playground areas. Age–appropriate activities will be planned under the guidance of a certified teach and will promote the child's social, emotional, physical and spiritual growth. These sessions are for children 3 to 5 years of age. Pre–registration is required.

Important Facts Concerning Lunch Bunch:

Lunch Bunch is from 11:30am to 12:45pm.
Cost is $8 per session
A sign–up flyer will be sent home with the preschooler one week prior to the next month's session. This form will enable you to sign up for the days you have checked for that respective month.
Some preschool children are not ready for this extended time or large group experience. Please take into consideration your child's individual needs. Lunch Bunch staff will share concerns in order to provide a safe and positive experience for all. We reserve the right to ask you to wait with your child and try again later.
If your child is in the morning session, his/her teacher will take your child to the lunch area. You may pick up your child in the lunch area at 12:45.
If your child is in the afternoon session, you bring your child to the lunch area at 11:30am
Weather permitting, we may go outside.
Refrigeration is not available for this many children, so please do not send food items that need to be refrigerated. Items that need to be cut do not do well either.
Please label everything.
Do not send items of value or sentiment.

Deb Bigley – Early Learning Minister

952–937–2776 x19

Jennifer Boyd – Preschool Teacher

jboydSALC@gmail.com

Jan Glenn – Preschool Teacher

jglennSALC@gmail.com

Emmy Heimerl – Preschool Teacher

eheimerlSALC@gmail.com

Katie Koehn – Preschool Teacher

kkoehnSALC@gmail.com

Karen Manthe-Hogan – Preschool Teacher

kmanthehoganSALC@gmail.com

Pam Orning – Preschool Teacher

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Jean Reichow –Preschool Teacher

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Carolyn Scholz –Preschool Teacher

cscholzSALC@gmail.com

Beth Smith – Preschool Teacher

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Kathi Wieman – Preschool Lead Teacher

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Preschool Programs at St. Andrew"But Jesus called for them and said, "Let the little children come to me, and do not stop them; for it is to such as these that the kingdom of God belongs." Luke 18:16

Our Preschool encourages the development of each child’s understanding of God, while providing social interaction and enrichment. The teaching staff nurture the growth of trust in a safe, loving, and positive environment. The teaching of faith is integrated in all developmental areas- physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual.

Preschool

Our Preschool Program offers a variety of class options for children 3, 4 and 5 years of age. Each day includes small and large group play, as well as individual experiences that allow children to learn through "hands on" activities.

PMO

Parents Morning Out provides an environment for children ages 6 months to 2 1/2 years of age where they can develop socially and emotionally, helping each child feel safe and secure while parents take some quality time of their own. Staff members help children experience God's love through care and nurturing.

Preschool Sampler

Our Preschool Sampler program offers a gentle preschool program one day a week to those children 2 ½ to 3 years of age.

Mini Sessions

These six to eight week sessions will provide a wide variety of experiences which focus on nurturing each child's self esteem as a wonderfully created child of God. Themes may focus around topics such as creative movement, art or cooking.

Lunch Bunch

Lunch Bunch is an extended program offered to preschool students. It is a relaxing time to share lunch with friends at preschool, followed by time to play!

Musikgarten

Musikgarten is an innovative music and movement program designed to nurture the vocal, aural (listening), physical and neurological development of the child. Registration is required. Contact Colleen Roess to receive information on schedules, tuition and fees for materials

Preschool Summer Camp

We will be offering our popular Preschool Summer Sessions once again. The sessions involve discovery learning in an environment of fun and friendship. Each fantastic session will provide experiences that focus on creative art, literature, science, cooking, dramatic play, music, devotions, and outdoor play.