Kids' Discovery Days
A parent-participation preschool and parents' day-out program where children play to learn and learn to play.   Kids' Discovery Days is licensed by the State of Colorado and accredited by the National Academy of Early Childhood Programs.

KIDS' DISCOVERY DAYS
Arvada United Methodist Church
6750 Carr Street
Arvada, CO 80004 
(303) 431-6005  ext. 238 
Phyllis Bunting, Director

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The Kids' Discovery Day Program

Kids' Discovery Days is provided to the community by Arvada United Methodist Church. Our school doors are open to families of all races, religious faiths and economic backgrounds. Children are accepted as they are and are not asked to change because we have a predetermined goal or characteristic that must be achieved before or during attendance in our school. We strive to enrich the life of each child in such a way that the child may reach his/her own unique optimum growth and development.

We believe in all children as creatures in God's creation; each child's own uniqueness
must be appreciated and given nurture.  We allow each child the freedom
to come into his/her own being by exploring, manipulating, discovering,
and relating to the world as the child finds it.

A parent-participation preschool and parents’ day out
where children play to learn and learn to play.

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"Early Years" Newsletter

February 2008 March 2008 April 2008
KIDS’ DISCOVERY DAYS provides a quality, non-sectarian, early-childhood experience where children of any race, color, ethnicity, family structure, or economic background can develop to the fullest potential in a safe and nurturing environment. Preschool classrooms are organized to build school readiness skills while helping each child (2½ years - Pre-kindergarten) develop the social skills to interact well with other children and adults.  Children attend classes weekday mornings from 9:00 to 11:30

               Goals for children

  • develop a positive self concept
  • become more independent
  • develop respect for self and others
  • cooperate with others
  • enjoy learning
  • become self directed learners
  • explore language
  • experiment with varied materials.

Preschool classes participate in a variety of activities

  • Arts and Crafts
  • Language Concepts
  • Building Blocks
  • Science
  • Special Music and Movement Classes
  • Imaginative Play
  • Math Concepts
  • Manipulatives
  • Large Motor Development
The Parents' Day Out Program
Parents' day out classes are designed to meet the particular developmental needs of very young children (ages 1 and 2 years).  Goals for TODDLERS:

  • gain body control

  • develop trust in family and caregivers
  • develop initiative in play activities
  • comfort self
  • learn through discovery
  • develop language skills
  • develop gross and fine motor skills
  • learn to handle conflict
  • develop self control

                                                                     Parent Participation

When parents participate, children see their interest and feel proud.  Parents gain a better understanding of the program and see the children's progress.  Parents and teachers become partners.  For these reasons parents are expected to contribute in the following ways:  Work in the classroom and provide snacks for the class an average of 5 times per year for each weekday the child attends (maximum of 10 times); participate in fund raisers, help plan 3 family nights; two parents serve on our Board of Directors.

Preschool  3, 3/4 & 4/5 classes for children 3 to 5 years old by October 1 are held Monday and Wednesday, or Tuesday and Thursday, with Friday as a third day option.

Friday is a stand alone day.  Teacher & room assignment may change.

Preschool 2/3 classes for children 2 years 6 months and young 3’s are held on Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday, with Friday as a single or third day option.   

Toddler classes are for children 1 and 2 years old and  are held Monday & Wednesday or Tuesday & Thursday, with Friday mornings as a single or third day.

All classes are from 9:00 to 11:30  AM.  Classes are limited to 10 or 12 students with one teacher, one parent helper, and a half time teaching assistant per class.  Toilet training  is not a requirement.

Tuition and Fees

Tuition is paid in equal monthly installments regardless of actual number of class days in a given month.

 Monthly Tuition

            - one day per week            $70.00

            - two days per week         $126.00

            - three days per week       $170.00

5% tuition discounts for additional children in the same family.
The annual $45.00 family registration fee (non-refundable) must accompany registration.

Parents unable to help in the classroom may provide a substitute (grandparents, baby-sitter, etc.), trade with other parents, or in special cases pay for our substitution.

Scholarships are available!   Ask for an application.

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