General Information
Notre Dame Playgroup is licensed by the Iowa Department of Human Services. Notre Dame Playgroup operates under the Notre Dame School Board. The Principal/Center Director/Lead Teacher are responsible for day to day operations. Playgroup is taught by a DHS certified teacher and a DHS approved associate. The Department of Human Services conducts annual licensing visits to assure we meet state standards and regulations. Copies of state licensing requirements are available for your reference in the school office.
Notre Dame Playgroup serves children three years of age by September 15 and toilet trained without regard to race, culture, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, or disability. Children are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
The maximum licensing capacities for Playgroup is 12 per session
Total Licensing Capacity: 12 per session
Sessions Offered:
Monday & Wednesday Session 8:15-10:30
Tuesday & Thursday Session 8:15-10:30
Tuition:
$80 per month from Sept-April (8 months). No tuition is due in May to make up for missed sessions due to weather, etc.
Snack Fee: $14 per semester ($28 yearly)
Prior to enrollment, Notre Dame Playgroup encourages all new families and children to tour the school. Parents are welcome to visit as much and many times as they would like prior to actual enrollment.
Notre Dame Playgroup wants to assist families to know and share God’s love through quality education.
Playgroup focuses on maintaining a balance between child-initiated activities and those that are teacher-planned both indoors and outdoors. Through play and socialization, children are able to begin to understand meaningful relationships with objects and individuals as well as learn how to problem solve. Developmentally appropriate opportunities and activities promote lifelong learning as well as spiritual, physical, social, emotional and intellectual growth.
Lead Teacher is encouraged to create a classroom environment respective of each child’s uniqueness and supportive of a child’s overall development. The Lead Teacher is expected to have knowledge of child development and take part in curriculum implementation. Through play and the environment the lead teacher will set the stage for learning and respect a child’s freedom to make choices.
The classroom will follow a routine, incorporating within the routine opportunities for learning in areas such as reading, math, social studies and science. Children will also have time for independent/free play and group time during the day. Children will be encouraged to participate in expressive activities such as free play, painting, drawing, storytelling, sensory play, music, singing, dancing and dramatic play. Daily schedule will be the foundation of a child’s day and be posted in the classroom.
Notre Dame Playgroup is designed to promote the development of each child to his or her fullest potential through an educational program permeated with Christian spirit and values. The children who attend our program are encouraged to develop at his/her own rate spiritually, socially, emotionally, intellectually and physically through a variety of materials and experiences. Our goal is to provide a supportive, loving atmosphere based on Christian values. The program is organized with some structure and discipline, yet freedom and comfort to develop a positive self-concept.
Goal: To support and enhance a child’s development.
Objectives:
Provide a visually stimulating environment
Provide adequate numbers of age appropriate toys, equipment and supplies
Appropriately staffed in accordance with state recommendations and with consideration of the needs of the children
Goal: To provide developmentally appropriate opportunities that promote lifelong learning.
Objectives:
Develop daily schedules which are age appropriate
Provide programs and activities which focus on social, emotional, intellectual, physical and spiritual growth
Incorporate both indoor and outdoor activities into programming
Provide a balance between child initiated and teacher planned activities
Goal: To maintain open communication with staff, families and other early childhood development professionals.
Objectives:
Provide parents with weekly communication notes
Hold yearly conferences and staff meetings at least once a month
The following forms listed below will need to be completed,
Playgroup Application
Child Health Statement
Immunization Record
Emergency Contact Information
Pick-up Permission Form
Picture & Webpage Release Authorization
Acknowledgement and Receipt of the Parent Handbook
Notre Dame Playgroup may require additional statements from a parent/guardian or physician if needed.
The information on these forms will remain confidential. All information needs to be completed by September 15 and will be returned to the parent/guardian for completion if not completely filled out.
Lead Teacher Contact Information:
Please contact Mrs. Rachel Beran if you have any questions.
School: 563-547-4513
Email: rberan@nd.pvt.k12.ia.us
See more information about our teachers here