GENERAL INFORMATION
United Christian Parish Preschool
was created in 2004 by combining
the Child Development Center and Parents Day Out programs,
which had been serving families since 1975.
United Christian Parish operates the part-day
preschool as a part
of its ministry in the Reston-Herndon community.
CLASS OFFERINGS:
The United Christian Parish Preschool serves the needs of children 2 to
5 years of age in morning and afternoon classes. Children may attend 2, 3 or 4 sessions a week in classes of 12 to 15 depending on their age.
OUR STAFF:
The Director has both training and practical experience in early
childhood education. Teachers and assistants meet specific educational
requirements and are dedicated to the nurturing and development of all
the children. All personnel participate in continuing education
opportunities and work together closely to maintain the high standards
of the Preschool.
PHILOSOPHY AND GOALS: The United Christian Parish Preschool provides a loving Christian atmosphere where all children share a variety of age-appropriate experiences and learn to play and work with others. Social Development:
Children learn the actions and language needed to interact positively with other children and adults in group settings. Emotional Development:
Children learn to express feelings through words, art and play activities. Teachers strive to increase each child’s confidence in abilities and enhance self-esteem. Physical Development:
Children are provided opportunities to increase large and small motor skills through many different activities. Cognitive Development:
Love of learning is promoted. Teachers provide a literacy rich environment where children are building a foundation for learning to read and write. Children learn to make choices in activities, to explore and to solve problems in their play. Teachers provide experiences for each child that will be challenging, but not frustrating. Spiritual Development:
Children learn to appreciate God’s creation, know God’s love, and recognize everyone as children of God. Curriculum:
To guide choice of activities and schedules, room arrangement, adult-child
interactions and assessment, the Preschool uses The Creative CurriculumÒ.For more information see www.teachingstrategies.com.A complete list of the goals of the curriculum is given to prospective
parents when they tour.
OUR CLASS DAY Free choice time with activity centers including blocks, art, dramatic play, manipulatives, books, media tables Alternating quiet and active periods Creative art and music activities Circle time for books and sharing Nutritious snacks provided Outdoor play and active play indoors in inclement weather Monthly Chapel experience
Parental participation is welcomed. Children may be enrolled in optional
Lunch Bunch where children spend an extra hour having lunch and playing with friends. Financial assistance is available for those who cannot afford full tuition payments. Interested parents should request a scholarship application. Preschool teachers work closely with
Child Find staff to meet children’s needs.
The preschool does not discriminate on the basis of
race, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin
in the administration of
its admissions or scholarship policies.
United Christian Parish Preschool Director: Jane Plum -
UCPJPlum@covad.net Administrative Assistants - Tracie Lambakis;
Judy Helmich
Education Resource Teacher - Lyn Reynolds
For Information on
United Christian Parish's Preschool
Call:
703-860-5613 (2222 Colts Neck Road) or 703-437-1127 (11508
North Shore Drive) - Reston, VA
Office Hours:Mon-Fri
9-12:30 at
Lake
Anne
and Mon-Thu 9-3 and Fri 9-12 at Hunters Woods
The office is closed during FCPS winter break and spring break. Summer Office Hours:Tue
9-12 at Hunters Woods and Wed 9-12 at Lake
Anne
2007-08 
Social Development:
Children learn the actions and language needed to interact positively with other children and adults in group settings.
