Lil' SAINTS PRESCHOOL
Partnering with families by providing quality Christ Centered Early Childhood Education
Lil’ Saints Preschool is committed to the enhancement of the whole child. Through play, it is our goal for each child to develop and demonstrate achievement in his/her spiritual, cognitive, physical, social, emotional, and creative development.
JOIN US FOR OUR OPEN HOUSE ON FEBRUARY 28, 5:30 - 7:00
REGISTRATION FOR THE 2024/25 SCHOOL YEAR OPENING FEBRUARY 29!
ABOUT US
Lil’ Saints Preschool is a licensed preschool, operated as a ministry of Saints Church. While it is not a requirement for Lil’ Saints Preschool Families to be Christians or attendees of Saints Church, we invite Preschool Families to take advantage of the wide variety of available Saints Church Programs and Facilities. The staff of Lil’ Saints Preschool are committed Christians with a passion for teaching preschool age children. We endeavor to provide an environment where children feel safe and successful, where they can develop age-appropriate cognitive and critical thinking skills while also fostering each child’s love of learning and creativity.
At Lil’ Saints Preschool:
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There are NO mandatory fundraisers, parent duty days or toy cleaning requirements.
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We offer small child to staff ratios.
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We promote investigative, inquiry-based play in both self-directed and teacher lead activities.
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We encourage children to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills by engaging in science and math activities.
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We have access to a full-size gym with a variety of equipment for gross motor development.
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We are an Alberta Children’s Services licensed program.
Note: Children must turn 3 years old on or before December 31st of this year to enroll in our 3 year old program. Likewise children must turn 4 by December 31st of this year to enroll in our 4 year old program. Due to our ratio requirements from Children’s services, children can not attend until they turn 3 years old. Payment is required to hold their spot until they are able to attend.
Activities
At Lil’ Saints Preschool we provide an environment where students engage in intentional, investigative play. Opportunity is provided for children to participate in both self-directed and teacher-led activities throughout class time. Lil’ Saints students participate in a variety of creative activities planned around specific themes that are enhanced by Christian concepts and values. Children are also given the opportunity for creative exploration using a variety of materials for open ended activities.
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Throughout class time children have opportunity to develop problem solving skills and social skills during free choice play activities. Teachers offer support as needed to help children find appropriate resolutions to conflict and encourage critical thinking skills to enhance play.
PRESCHOOL CLASSES
Many students participate in a two year program as our 4 year old program builds from the curriculum in our three year old program. For example, our 3 year old program introduces the children to the different letters in the alphabet and their sounds, while our 4 year old program introduces them to phonics and pre-reading skills. We recommend taking advantage of both our programs as they work together to give your child the best start to their school career.
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Class Times:
Lil’ Saints Preschool provides morning or afternoon classes for preschool children (three, four and five year olds).
Group 1: 3 Year Olds
Monday and Wednesday mornings
9:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
Monday and Wednesday mornings
9:15 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Tuesday and Thursday mornings
9:20 a.m. – 11:35 a.m.
Group 2: 4 Year Olds
Monday and Wednesday mornings
8:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
Monday and Wednesday afternoons
11:50 a.m. – 2:50p.m.
Monday and Wednesday afternoons
12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Tuesday and Thursday mornings
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Tuesday and Thursday mornings
9:10 a.m. – 12:10 p.m.
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Registration
Participants must submit a $75.00 non-refundable Registration Fee upon registration.
Tuition
Lil’ Saints Preschool operates as a self-supporting and educational non-profit outreach of Saints Church Glastonbury. It is financed completely by tuition receipts.
Tuition fees are determined by a cost per instructional hour divided by 10 months of the school year. For the term September to June, tuition for each child is:
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Age 3 – $145.00 per month
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Age 4 – $190.00 per month
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Fees are not adjusted for non-attendance.
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There will be no refunds after May 1st.
Subsidy may be available by applying through the Alberta Government.
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Program Dates
September to mid-June. Holidays (Please refer to monthly calendar for specific dates)
Lil’ Saints Preschool follows the Edmonton Public School Calendar.
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Thanksgiving Day
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Remembrance Day
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Christmas Holidays
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Family Day
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Spring Break
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Good Friday & Easter Monday
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Victoria Day
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Teacher’s Convention
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Admission
Enrollment numbers are limited to provide greater care and attention for each child. Children will be considered for admission based on:
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Their enrollment in the previous year
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First come – first served with a waiting list to be maintained
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Students may register for our 3 or 4 year old program. Our cutoff date is December 31st, which means children must be 4 years old by December 31st to enroll in our 4 year old program and likewise for our 3 year old program (3 years old by December 31st).
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Please note that we are licensed for 3-5 year olds. Students who have not turned 3 by the first day of class WILL NOT be permitted to start class until they have turned 3 years of age. Fees are not adjusted – fees are due each month to hold a student’s spot in that class.
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It is expected that each student will be fully toilet trained by the time he/she begins
Contact
6315 199 St NW,
Edmonton, AB T5T 6N2
780-489-2579
Please phone to book an appointment to view the Preschool classrooms or meet with our Director.