What curriculum do you use?

We use the Creative Curriculum for Preschoolers, along with teacher-created themes and units based on seasons, holidays, and classroom interests, as well as Heggerty Phonemic Awareness.

What does your daily schedule look like?

Each classroom follows a predictable daily routine that includes:

• 30 minutes of large motor play

• Two circle times (one curriculum/lesson-based and one focused on stories, songs, and finger plays)

• 45 minutes of free play with small group activities including Teacher-lead small groups.

• A daily water break

In addition, each class participates in a weekly music class.

Are your classes part-time or full-time?

We offer only part-time programming. Our school year runs from September through May.

We provide a variety of class options for children ages 3, 4, and 5. Classes meet for approximately 2½–3 hours per day, depending on class.

Once placed, students remain in the same class with the same teachers for the entire school year.

What if my child is ill?

Our preschool handbook outlines when children should stay home to protect their health and the health of others.

In general, children should be:

• Fever-free for 24 hours without medication

• Vomiting and diarrhea-free for 24 hours before returning

• Temperatures must be under 100°F

If a child is diagnosed with a communicable disease, they may return only once cleared by a physician as no longer contagious.

Does my child need to be potty trained?

Yes, children are expected to be potty trained at the start of the school year.

We understand accidents can happen, so we ask families to send a spare set of clothes in their child’s backpack. Teachers will assist children with changing if needed.

In the case of a bowel accident, parents will be contacted to assist their child with cleaning and changing.

Do you go outside to play?

We make every effort to go outside for playground time. However, if weather is too wet, muddy, or cold, we use our indoor large motor space instead.

Large motor play is an important part of our daily schedule, with 30 minutes built in each day.

What if my child has an allergy?

If your child has an allergy, it is very important that the school is informed and all required paperwork is completed. This helps us keep your child safe while in our care.

How frequently are hands washed?

Handwashing is a key part of staying healthy in preschool.

Children wash their hands:

• Upon entering the classroom

• After returning from outside

• After using the restroom

• Whenever hands are dirty (paint, food, bodily fluids, etc.)

How can parents participate in the classroom?

We love family involvement!

Parents can participate through our active P.O.P.S. group (Parents of Preschool Students), help with classroom parties, attend events like Goodies with Grown Ups, and connect with teachers about special class activities or ideas.

How is tuition collected?

Tuition is due on the first of each month and may be paid by:

• Cash

• Check (made payable to Hope Ridge Preschool)

• Brightwheel (our school management app)

Families receive a 3% discount when paying the full year by the end of September.

Are there any extra fees?

A registration fee is required upon enrollment in each class.

There may be an additional processing fee for online credit or debit card payments. However, Hope Ridge covers processing fees for automatic bank payments.

Do you teach religion?

We do not use a religious curriculum in our program.

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