St. Gregory's Preschool
Vision
St. Gregory's Episcopal Preschool has been established by St. Gregory's parishioners with an educational philosophy focused on providing a foundation for life long learning. We believe that early childhood education creates the roots for developing the whole child.
To that end, our Preschool offers a Christian education component that includes songs, stories, and worship within the Episcopal tradition, yet reflecting the central Christian teachings and values shared by all denominations.
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Experience
The program provides for the developmentally appropriate social, emotional, cognitive, spiritual, and physical needs of young children. Small class size allows your child to receive individual attention and instruction.
We teach The Creative Curriculum for Preschool Program program which is used by Deerfield District 109. This curriculum affords opportunities for one-to-one and group social interaction, independent exploration, and making choices during free play. We will foster your children's growth, nurture their success, and build their self-esteen.
Staff
Your child will benefit from a highly qualified staff with broad professional experience and a strong commitment to continuing education. We strive to provide the best early learning experience for your child and to support your work as parents.
St. Gregory's Episcopal Preschool is licensed by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services and we exceed their standards for teacher qualification.
Faith Based
As a ministry of St. Gregory's Church, our Preschool will give your children a joyful experience of age-appropriate Christian community by:
- Learning about God through nature, friends, and community.
- Joining a community of children, teachers, and families who seek to "love God and to love your neighbor as yourself."
- Celebrating the Seasons of the Church Year, including Advent, Christmas, Lent, and Easter.
- Saying prayers for their families, friends, community, and world.
- Giving thanks for their blessings and grace as a group before lunch and snacks.
- Learning and singing songs and carols.
Program Structure
Our multi-aged program is designed to nurture the spiritual, physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development of the individual child. Our program is multiage. Kindergarteners and preschoolers share the same classroom space and teachers.
Kindergartners and preschoolers share the same classroom space and teachers. The curriculum allows for separate age appropriate lessons as well as opportunities for older and younger children to work together.
Recognizing the importance of play to young children, supervised free play is scheduled daily. Circle time, songs, and stories are an essential part of the program. Gross and fine motor skills are integrated though indoor and outdoor play.
What Parents Say
“I would recommend this enrichment program to anyone looking for an educational environment that is also loving, fun and provides a variety of learning experiences.”
“It is apparent that the teachers and volunteers truly care for and respect the children.”
“The small class size creates a quieter atmosphere and allows for more meaningful contact with teachers and peers.”
“Thank you St. Gregory’s for providing Deerfield with a wonderful early education program.”
”We were extremely pleased with the preschool program at St. Gregory’s and would recommend it to our friends.”
“Perfect!”
Three, Four and Five-year old Preschool
Morning Session: 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Afternoon Session : 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Kindergarten Enrichment
Morning Session: 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Afternoon Session: 12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Lunch Bunch: 11:30 to 12:30
(Lunch not provided)
Costs
Registration Fee (non-refundable): $100
Monthly Tuition:*
Two-Day Preschool $170.00
Two-Day Kindergarten Enrichment $175.00
Three-Day Preschool $250.00
Three-Day Kindergarten Enrichment $255.00
Four-Day Preschool $330.00
Four-Day Kindergarten Enrichment $335.00
Five-Day Preschool $420.00
Five-Day Kindergarten Enrichment $425.00
Lunch Bunch:
Daily $6.00
10-Day Punch Card 50.00
We pick-up/drop-off Wilmot Kindergarten students at NO COST.
We are on the District 109 bus route.
* 15% discount on monthly tuition available to families with multiple children enrolled in our program
Required Forms
Download the St. Gregory's Episcopal Preschool Registration Packet.
Download the State of Illinois Certificate of Child Health Examination Form.
For more information or to schedule a visit, please call 847-945-1678 x18
or email preschool@stgregoryschurch.org.