Jack & Jill Preschool

Where fun and learning go hand in hand Jack & Jill Preschool has served Atlantic and the surrounding areas for over 55 years.

At Jack & Jill Preschool, we believe that learning is a creative activity which is built on ones experiences.  Young children need the opportunity and time to explore, experiment, reflect on their experiences, develop their physical capabilities and interact with their peers.  It is our goal at Jack & Jill Preschool to provide each child with materials and activities that are developmentally appropriate in a place that is safe, non-threatening, and most importantly, FUN!

Classes Offered:

Mon., Wed., Fri.  8:10-11:30am (2 classes)
Mon., Wed., Fri.  12:10-3:30pm
Tues., Thurs. 9:00-11:30am(2classes)
Tues., Thurs.  12:30-3:00pm.

Activities Offered:

• Opening activities
• reading
• music
• munchies
• large and small groups
• large motor activities
• games
• crafts
• field trips
• special events
• visitors
• swimming

Benefits:

• Designed to meet each child’s needs.
• Tuition grants are available and confidential. Forms may be obtained through the preschool and are based on yearly income.
• Jack & Jill Preschool is a licensed preschool through the Department of Human Services (DHS).
• They also have been evaluated on the ECERS Scale (Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale).
• Jack and Jill is a 5 star program (out of a 5 star) through QRS (Quality Rating System).
• Transportation available

How to Enroll:

Forms may be obtained at Jack & Jill Preschool or by calling 243-3934. The Director/Staff will provide information on availability in the program, a Parent handbook, and other information. We also welcome any visits to the Preschool for you and your child.

Fees Per Month:

Registration Fee: $40 (one time only)

Program Fee: 3 year-olds - $60 per month

                     4 year-olds Free (Universal 4 year-old funding) must be four by September 15.

                     5 year-olds $75.00 per month.

Our Preschool Director has an Elementary Education Degree and Early Childhood Endorsement. Teacher assistants have past experience and continued education for Early Childhood through the AEA (Area Education Agency) and the CCRR (Child Care Resource Referral).  Also, the Preschool participates in the Q.R.S. (quality rating system).  50% or more of the teaching staff are para educators.  Each teacher strives to bring out the in best in each child.

Tentative Schedule for 2010-2011 Preschool Year

• Aug. 30: First day of school MWF classes only
• Sept. 7: First day of school TTH classes
• Sept. 16-17: Book Orders due
• Sept. 22-23 OR Sept 30-Oct 1: Bike Rodeo (tentative)
• Sept. 24: No School- Professional Development
• Sept. 30 & Oct. 1: Library visit at school
• Sept.-Oct.: Pizza Fundraiser Sales
• Oct. 7-8: First Swim Day
• Oct. 14-15: Turn in Pizza Sales
• Oct. 14-15: Book Orders due
• Oct. 21-22: First Conferences
• Oct. TBA: Fire Station Field Trip
• Oct. 27: Pizza Pick-up 3-6pm
• Nov. 11-12: Swim Day
• Nov. 11-12: Book Orders due
• Nov. ?: Class Photos TBA
• Nov. 19: No School-Professional Development
• Nov. 22-23: Thanksgiving Feast
• Nov. 25-26: No School- Thanksgiving Break
• Dev. 2-3: Festival of Trees Field Trip
• Dec. 9-10: Book Order due
• Dec. 17: No School- Professional Development
• Dec. 20: MWF Christmas Program 10am, 2pm
• Dec. 21: TTH Christmas Party
• Dec 22-Jan. 5: No School-Christmas Break
• Jan. 26 & 27: Library visit at school

We will practice tornado and fire drills once a month throughout the school year.

Jack & Jill Staff