SCARBOROUGH PRESBYTERIAN
CHILDREN’S CENTER
671 Scarborough Road, Scarborough, NY 10510
914 941-0025, [email protected]
Director: Katya Montelbano
SPCC is a fully licensed child care center, licensed by the
New York State Office of Children & Family Services.
REGISTRATION 2017-2018
If you have any questions regarding Registration for the 2017-2018 school year, or to set
up an appointment for a tour, please call 914-941-0025.
Return completed application with a $100.00 non-refundable application fee as soon as
possible. Current enrollees, their siblings, and SPC church members have priority until
December 2, 2016. Registration for Community members begins December 5, 2016.
Once applications are received and processed, contracts will be mailed out. Contracts are
due back with 1/8th of the tuition by February 15, 2017. This is non-refundable.
NOTE: Until tuition for the current year (2016-2017) is paid or current, the contract
signed and the first tuition payment made and received, we do not consider that
registration for the next year is complete.
When you enroll your child at SPCC, you are not guaranteed a specific classroom or
teacher. Once all spaces are filled, the staff works together to create a balanced class of
children. We look at ages, gender, personalities and try to find a “good mix” that will
maximize the learning environment. We are not always able to accommodate parent’s
first choice because we must look at what’s best for the children, the class and the school
as a whole.
Enrollment Policy
Application for enrollment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
handicap, and national origin. No child shall be excluded because of a handicapping
condition, provided the program can meet these needs without causing an undue hardship
on the other children or the program. A meeting with the child and parent is required
prior to enrollment. Children are placed in an appropriate group based on age, ability, and
previous experience.
Our Philosophy Scarborough Presbyterian Children’s Center is a developmental pre-school. It is our
belief that children grow and learn when they are free to observe, explore, and actively
engage in activities at their own developmental levels and pace. We recognize that
children learn through play. Our program provides a warm nurturing environment in
which children can thrive. Each child is treated as an individual, respecting their needs,
learning styles and personalities. Our child oriented environment addresses the
intellectual, emotional, social, and physical needs of young children. We encourage
children’s natural curiosity and foster a healthy respect for themselves, for others and for
their surroundings. The teaching staff carefully plans for a variety of activities and
learning experiences that reflect children’s particular interests and needs. The “learning
areas” in the classrooms focus upon sand and water exploration, language arts, cooking,
art media, music, block play, dramatic play, puzzles and other manipulatives.
Educational Goals –
We are committed to helping children develop their physical, social, emotional, and
intellectual capacities and to provide opportunities for success in this growth process.
Our thematic curriculum units center around students needs and will include discovery in
art, music, drama, and literature. In addition, age appropriate readiness activities in
reading, math, and science are offered. A combination of free-play time and group
activities and discussions allow the children to practice the social readiness skills
necessary to begin Kindergarten with a positive self-image. Our free-play time allows
children the opportunity to explore various learning centers including – art, drawing,
writing, literature, fine motor manipulatives, blocks, dramatic play, and sensory play.
Our group activities include experiences in discussions, problem solving, music,
literature, drama, and gross motor games. Outdoor play is offered daily, weather
permitting. Snack is provided daily by the school. SPCC has an open door policy.
Parents are welcome to visit and participate both informally and on special occasions.
We encourage a close relationship between parents and teachers. We look forward to
working together with parents to provide the best preschool experience for the children.
At SPCC our inter-faith curriculum is designed to expose the children to a variety of
cultural traditions and beliefs in an effort to create acceptance of diversity.
Staff –
The school is administered by Program Director Katya Montelbano. A head teacher and
a teacher assistant(s) are assigned to each classroom. Our head teachers are required to
hold degrees in education or related fields.
The SPCC offers classes for:
2 Year Olds - 2 yrs. old as of December 1st, 2017.
3 Year Olds - 3 yrs. old as of December 1st, 2017.
4 Year Olds - 4yrs. old as of December 1st, 2017.
Mommy, Daddy & Me – 12 to 18 months old
Toddler Class – 18 to 24 months old
Morning Classes are held Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.
Full Day Classes are held Monday morning 9:00 – 12:00 and Tuesday through Friday,
9:00 am to 3:00 pm.
TYPICAL DAILY SCHEDULE
9:00-9:30
9:30-10:00
10:00-10:30
10:30
10:40-11:00
11:00-11:30
11:30-11:55
11:55-12:00
Arrival / Greetings / Free Play / Learning Centers /Art / Cooking /
Science Project
Circle Time: Songs, Musical Instruments, Calendar, Weather
Chart, Classroom jobs, Discussions, Dictation, Graphs, and Games
Free Play / Learning Centers / Art / Cooking / Science Project
Clean-Up
Wash Hands / Snack / Quiet Reading
Playground / Big Room
Circle Time: Story / Discussions / Group Games
Dismissal
CLASSES BEING OFFERED
Placement in our programs will be made using educational standards that incorporate
birth date and an attempt to keep a fairly even number of boys and girls in each class.
We will try to honor your registration preferences. However, the Director reserves the
right to place a child in the most appropriate class. SPCC reserves the right to cancel
a program without adequate enrollment.
TWO YEAR OLDS– Classes meet either, Tuesday & Thursday am,
Monday/Wednesday /Friday am or Monday through Friday am.
THREE-YEAR OLDS – Classes meet either five mornings per week, MWF morning,
Monday through Thursday morning, or Full Day (1/2 day on Monday, Tue.-Fri. Full
day). Children may attend this program for two years if Kindergarten entrance is
postponed.
FOUR-YEAR OLDS – Classes meet either five mornings or Full Day (1/2 day on
Monday, Tue. – Fri. Full day. Children may attend this program for two years if
Kindergarten entrance is postponed.
LUNCHBUNCH FOR 2 YR. OLDS – Extended Day (12:00 - 12:30 pm)
LunchBunch for 2 year olds extends your child’s day by one half hour. This is a
wonderful way to build your child’s social skills through the everyday experiences of
sharing, taking turns, listening to each other and conversing. Children enjoy the social
aspect of eating lunch together with their friends. Classes will be held Tuesday,
Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 12:00 to 12:30 pm.
3’s – 4’s LUNCHBUNCH – Extended Day (12:00 - 12:30 pm)
This program is an added extension to your child’s regular school day and is a wonderful
way to build your child’s social skills through the everyday experiences of sharing, taking
turns, listening to each other and conversing. Children enjoy the social aspect of eating
lunch together with their friends, playing some games or listening to a story. Lunch
Bunch meets Tuesday through Friday from 12:00 – 12:30 pm.
LunchBunch payments are payable in advance, prior to the start of the semester. Parents
can enroll in any number of days (Tuesday-Friday). The school year is broken up into 3
LunchBunch semesters – Fall, Winter, Spring. The LunchBunch Fee is $10.00 for the half
hour.
2’s ENRICHMENT (12:30 – 1:30 pm)
2’s LunchBunch & Afternoon Enrichment class extends your child’s day by 1 ½ hours
with pick up at 1:30 pm. Enrichment class emphasizes a specific topic each day (Tuesday
through Friday). This class is perfect for 2’s that take a late afternoon nap, or for the
child that doesn’t nap. The class consists of circle time, story, the Enrichment topic and
free play.
3’s -4’s ENRICHMENT (12:00– 3:00 pm)
Lunch from 12:00 – 12:30 is included in the Enrichment fee. Children share lunch,
games and a story before beginning the Enrichment Class. Afternoon Enrichment class
includes a block of time for the Enrichment topic, free play, story, arts & crafts, snack,
and large motor play. Enrichment programs may include Science & Math, Cooking,
Sports & Games, Yoga and other specific early childhood topics. There are three
Enrichment Sessions – Fall (Sept – Dec.), Winter (Jan – March) and Spring (March –
May). Children can attend one, two, three or four afternoon classes.
SPCC Napping Policy:
Children usually need some amount of rest or relaxing downtime during the day to
provide an opportunity for their bodies and minds to rejuvenate. At SPCC, children that
stay for a full day (until 3:00 pm) will have “quiet reading time” in the afternoon.
Children will not be required to nap but will have this quiet time to refresh their bodies
and minds. Should a child nap or fall asleep in school, they will be napping on a mat in
the classroom, supervised by the staff. Parents signing up for afternoon classes or full
day classes should be aware and understand that SPCC does not have a naptime in the
schedule and children are not required to nap.
SUMMER CAMP
Our eight-week camp program is organized for children toddlers to five years of age. We
provide a friendly, child-centered environment where children can be active in the fresh
air, participate in water play, and enjoy the warm summer days. A child can attend one
week, several weeks, or all eight weeks. The teachers follow weekly themes for camp
and create special days to enrich the curriculum. Each camp classroom has at least two
teachers.
EARLY DROP-OFF – Daily from 8:30 to 9:00 am
The SPCC early drop-off program offers families an 8:30 a.m. drop-off. The children will
meet in the 2’s Class and be walked to their classrooms at 9:00 a.m. Space is limited to
10 children per day and the fee is $8 per day/$40 per week. The Early Drop-Off form
must be completed with dates you are interested in bi-monthly.
Special Programs:
Music Classes with Mrs. K:
Each week the children in school on Wednesdays & Fridays will enjoy a 30
minute music class with our Music Specialist – Cheryl Kussamaul. The children
will enjoy music and movement as Mrs. K plays the piano and sings with the
children.
Gym Classes with Ms. Amie:
Each week the children in school on Tuesdays will enjoy a 30 minute movement
& pre-gymnastics class with our Exercise Specialist from “Gym on Wheels”. Ms.
Amie Merlino begins each class with some group stretching & movement
activities to music. The children then work on a specific skill and the classes end
with a cool-down game.
Nature Visits
Money raised through fundraising is used to cover four visits from the “Nature of
Things”. The Nature of Things program provides the children with the wonderful
opportunity to learn about different animals, their environment and habits.
Community Helpers
Throughout the school year we have special visits by community helpers to
inform and enhance the children’s nursery school experience. Community
helpers that may visit include: a dentist, an arborist and the fire department.
For more information, or to set up an appointment to visit, please call:
Katya Montelbano, Program Director at 914-941-0025.
TUITION RATES 2017-2018
TWO YEAR OLDS
(T-TH a.m.)
$3,800.00
(M/W/F a.m.)
$4,780.00
(M-F a.m.)
$7,475.00
2 mornings
3 mornings
5 mornings
THREE YEAR OLDS
(M/W/F a.m.)
$4,780.00
(M-Th a.m.)
$5,800.00
(M-F a.m.)
$6,475.00
(5 morn./4 aft.)
$11,900.00
3 mornings
4 mornings
5 mornings
Monday morn. & full days T-F
FOUR YEAR OLDS
(M-F a.m.)
$6,475.00
(5 morn./4 aft.)
$11,900.00
5 mornings
Monday morn. & full days T-F
There is a $100.00 non-refundable Registration fee. – This fee holds your
child’s spot. The registration process is complete upon receipt of your signed contract and
1/8th annual tuition deposit.
SCHOLARSHIP FUND
A limited number of scholarships are available. Applications are due at the time of
registration and are kept strictly confidential. If you are interested in the
Scholarship Program, please ask for the application forms.
Tuition Payment Schedule:
1. 1/8th of the tuition is due with the signed contract by February 15th (this is the
deposit and is non-refundable).
2. 1/8th of the tuition is due by May 15th
3. 1/4th of the tuition is due by July 15th
4. 1/4th of the tuition is due by September 15th
5. 1/4th of the tuition is due by November 15th
* In case of hardship, alternate payment plans may be arranged.