Each class at the CDC is committed to providing developmentally appropriate activities for its age group. At all ages, lesson and activity plans are developed to help children achieve developmental milestones and eventually prepare them for kindergarten.
      From 6 weeks until age 2, classroom plans focus on activities and guided play that build cognitive, social, emotional, and motor skill development. Children enjoy songs, art, stories, free play, play time in developmental centers and many other activities in a caring environment. Bible stories and prayers are used at all levels. Children progress through the daycare program based upon age, developmental levels, and space availability.
      As children enter the three-year-old program we emphasize the development of social and pre-reading skills while reinforcing basic values and the presence of God. The curriculum is based on Creative Curriculum endorsed by National Association Education of Young Children, Discovering God's Child religion, Saxon Math Pre-K programs and Hand Writing Without Tears, to build a foundation that includes listening, speaking, and thinking skills. Fine and gross motor skill development are encouraged through planned activities.
      In our four-year-old program, reading, writing and math readiness are emphasized using the SRA Open Court Reading, Scott-Foresman Mathematics and .Hand Writing Without Tears., as well as activities to emphasize fine motor skill development. Religion reinforces values and the presence of God in our lives using the Sadlier .Discovering God.s World. religion program. Art, activity centers, songs, games, and letter of the week activities reinforce lessons. Children of all ages enjoy a variety of activities including music, Spanish, Summer Fun events, holiday programs by our children, and weekly prayer services for 3's and 4's. For an additional fee, children also have the option of taking dance, computer and gymnastics onsite during school hours.

Class placements are made using the following placement priorities:

1. currently enrolled students
2. siblings of currently enrolled children
3. parishioners
4. other Catholics
5. non-Catholics

     St. Peter's CDC strives to provide an enriching environment for our children without a costly burden to our families. The yearly activity fee covers costs for infection control, arts & crafts supplies, and text books. The chart below shows the activity fees and weekly daycare tuition. Tuition may be paid on a weekly or monthly basis. It is due on the first day of the period covered. An account is considered delinquent and subject to a 10% late charge if payment is over 3 days past due. Days not used due to vacation, illness, etc. are not refunded. For families with two children enrolled, a 10% reduction in tuition will be given on the oldest child.s tuition rate. Those with three children enrolled will receive a 10% reduction on the oldest two children.s tuition rates.

Preschool - Strong Foundations for Bright Futures

     The St. Peter's Child Development Center preschool programs emphasize the whole development of your growing child.emotional, physical, social, spiritual and academic to build a strong foundation for their future education. Our curriculum of prereading, math and religion incorporates play and activities to make learning fun. Children enjoy a caring, faith-filled atmosphere that builds positive classroom habits to get children ready for elementary school. In addition, there.s plenty of time for play and many other activities including: weekly prayer services, music, Spanish, and special holiday programs by our children. For an added fee, computer and dance classes are available.

Three-Year-Old Preschool

     This program emphasizes the development of social and prereading skills while reinforcing basic values and the presence of God. The curriculum is based on the Sadlier .Mother Goose. prereading, .Discovering God.s Child. religion and Saxon Math PreK programs, to build a foundation that includes listening, speaking, and thinking skills. Fine and gross motor skill development are encouraged through art, puzzles, and other activity centers.
    3 Day Program (Monday, Wednesday, Friday)
    5 Day Program (Monday thru Friday)

Four-Year-Old Preschool

     Reading, writing and math readiness are emphasized using the SRA Open Court Reading program, Scott-Foresman Mathematics, and activities to emphasize fine motor skill development. Religion reinforces values and the presence of od in our lives using the Sadlier Discovering God's World religion program. Art, activity centers, songs, games, and .letter of the week. activities reinforce lessons.
    3 Day Program (Monday, Wednesday, Friday)

Other Information about the CDC!

Daycare Hours
Normal hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM until 6:00 PM.

Meals
Breakfast snack provided in the morning from 7:30 - 8:30 AM and an afternoon snack with juice. Children should bring lunch, including a drink, and for infants-food, bottles, etc.

Staff Ratios
The CDC meets or exceeds recommended child to teacher ratios recommended by DHR.

Home & School Association
We are fortunate to have a strong association of parents who take an active role in activities that enrich the learning experiences of our children, such as an annual art show, monthly newsletter, pot luck dinners and more.