Tuskawilla Presbyterian Church, Oviedo, Florida

Tuskawilla Presbyterian Church Preschool
Established 1983

Philosophy and Mission Statement | Admission
Classes and Curriculum | School Activities and Events | Staff

Dear Friends,

Thanks for visiting us! It is a privilege to take this opportunity to introduce you to what we have to offer your family.

Tuskawilla Presbyterian Church Preschool of Oviedo was founded in 1983 by the congregation of Tuskawilla Presbyterian Church as a mission for the young mothers of the church to enjoy a day for themselves. In its twenty-five years of operation, it has grown and evolved from a Mother’s Morning Out into a thriving preschool with an impeccable reputation.

Our school is licensed with the State of Florida Department of Children and Families and offers classes from One-Year-Olds through Kindergarten Readiness. The thirty dedicated staff members provide a safe, warm, loving, and nurturing environment. We strive to provide a balance of intellectual, social, spiritual, and physical growth. We form a partnership between school and home so that we are all working together.

Please feel free to contact me at (407) 671-2225 or email me at dharned@mytpc.org, with any questions. I look forward to hearing from you.

In His Love,
Debbie Harned
Director

Philosophy and Mission Statement

Philosophy
Tuskawilla Presbyterian Church Preschool provides a quality education in a safe, nurturing, and supportive Christian environment that includes the family in the learning process. Our focus encompasses “The Creative Curriculum” that provides academic enrichment, fosters independence, encourages respect for others; values creative play and promotes a positive approach to learning.

Mission Statement
Tuskawilla Presbyterian Church Preschool is a 50l©(3) not-for-profit school that educates and nurtures children with the support of their families to ensure an overall positive academic and spiritual journey.

Admission

The students of Tuskawilla Presbyterian Church Preschool come from many communities in the Orlando area, and from various social, religious, and economic backgrounds. We does not discriminate based on race, color, national or ethnic origin in the administration of its education policies, admissions, or any other school administered programs.

All children are admitted on a first-come, first-served basis. Families interested in admission to Tuskawilla Presbyterian Church Preschool are required to complete a registration application accompanied by a non-refundable registration and curriculum supply, and activity fee. Families are invited to take a tour of the school Monday - Friday 9am-1pm.

Classes and Curriculum

Children must be the appropriate age for the respective class by September 1 of the school year. All classes are staffed with a teacher and teacher assistant. We follow the Creative Curriculum (www.teachingstrategies.com) and Conscious Discipline (Dr. Becky Bailey, www.lovingguidance.com.)

Preschool Program

School Hours: 9am-1pm
Snack provided daily. Children bring lunch from home
Families are encouraged to participate in festivities, events, and day-to-day activities.

Teacher to Child Ratios:

1 year olds	3:10
2 year olds	2:11
3 year olds	2:12
4 year olds	2:13

Opportunities for Learning

Classes	Offered
One-year-old	one or two days a week
Two-year-old	two days a week
Three-year-old	two or three days a week
Four-year-old	four or five days a week. We are VPK provider.
Kindergarten Readiness Class This class is for the five-year-old child who will benefit from the gift of another year before entering Kindergarten.	5 days per week

Extended Day 1pm-2pm Monday-Thursday

Chapel, Christian Focus, Music, and Movement offered weekly
Literacy and PE offered to VPK and Kindgarten readiness classes weekly

School Activities and Events

September	Dad and Me Night
October	Fall Festival
November	Thanksgiving Feast Teddy Bear Portraits
December	Holiday Shoppe Christmas Programs
January	Family Fun Night
February	Parent/Teacher Conferences Tom Marshall Photos
March	Art Show
April	Teacher Appreciation
May	Mother’s Day Teas End of Year Programs 4’s Farewell Picnic

Staff

All TPS teachers hold a CDA (Child Development Associate) or a college degree. Staff members are trained in CPR and First Aid. Everyone is fingerprinted and receives a background check by county and state agencies. Under DCF licensing requirements, all staff is required to have 45 hours of training in childcare and 10 hours of continuing education each year.

The staff is selected for their early childhood experience and educational background. Each staff member brings her unique, special qualities and styles. Our school family is enriched by the creativity, dedication, and energy of these fine women.

For more detailed information, call Debbie Harned, Director, at 407-671-2225 - email.