2007/2008 School Year

Philosophy:	The objective of our preschool program is to provide a warm, safe and secure learning environment for every child. We believe that in order for a child to develop intellectually, socially, physically and emotionally, a program must provide a variety of experiences to enhance a sense of pride in one's own achievements and the achievements of others.
Location:	We are physically located on the lower level of Chelmsford High School, 200 Richardson Road, North Chelmsford.
Times:	9:15 am to 12:15 pm
	Monday, Wednesday, Friday - 4 year olds Tuesday, Thursday - 3 year olds
Age:	3-day: must be 4 by October 1. 2-day: must be 3 by October 1
Requirement:	Must be toilet trained; we do not have changing facilities.
Staff:	1 Preschool Teacher, 1 Preschool Assistant Teacher, Student Aides
Enrollment:	Tuition includes snacks and is payable to the Chelmsford Community Education Office on the last day of each month for the following month. A one-month's notice of withdrawal is required. Registration begins in February of 2006. Enrollments are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Transportation:	Provided by parents.
Calendar:	We follow the same calendar as the Chelmsford Public Schools. In the event of a "Snow Day," preschool will not be held. In the event of a 90-minute delayed opening, we will open at the regular time.
Description:	We are located in a very large, double classroom on the lower level of the high school. In this space, we have a block corner, a housekeeping area, game tables, tool center, a climber, a clay table, a water table, an easel, computers, and an arts and crafts area. For the first portion of the day, the children are free to choose any activities that interest them. Movement from one activity to another is regulated by the child. In addition, we have daily music and story/language blocks. We also have an outdoor play area that is utilized every day, winter included - weather permitting. An integral part of our program is our association with the Family and Consumer Science Department. Through the Exploring Early Childhood class, we obtain the services of student aides. These students receive hands-on experience in the preschool field, provide valuable assistance to the preschool teachers and significantly decrease our teacher/student ratio. We are also able to benefit from a full-time school nurse and resources available from other departments within the high school.
Application/ Registration:	Applications for the Chelmsford Public School's Preschool Program will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis in February for the 2007/2008 school year. Call the Community Education Office at 978-251-5151 for information and forms.
To Visit:	To visit the Preschool, please call 978-251-5111 x4108 to make an appointment.

LION'S DEN PRESCHOOL
SAMPLE SCHEDULE

9:15 - 9:30 a.m.	Circle
9:30 - 10:40	Supervised Self-Directed Activities
10:40 - 10:50	Clean Up
10:50 - 11:10	Music
11:10 - 11:25	Snack
11:25 - 11:40	Storytime / Language
11:40 - 11:45	Dress for Outdoors
11:45 - 12:15	Outdoors / Pick Up