Preschool

About the Preschool / VPK Programs

D.C.F. License # C20LE6127

Four Freedoms Park offers two part-time age appropriate preschool programs. Our Tiny Toads program is for 3 and 4 year olds and meets on Tuesday and Thursday from 9am to 1:30pm. We offer two VPK classes on M/W/F from 9:00am - 1:30pm and one VPK class Tuesday/Thursday from 9:00am to 3:00pm. The age of your child will determine which program they are eligible to attend. The school runs from the middle of August to middle of June depending on the program the child is enrolled in. Enrollment is accepted at the beginning of the school year or throughout the year as child becomes age appropriate. The following programs are available:

Tiny Toads	VPK/Hoppers (Voucher Required)
Tues & Thurs	Mon / Wed / Fri or Tuesday/Thursday
3 – 4 yr olds	4 & 5 yr olds
(Child must be 3 by first day of session.)	(Child must turn 4 by Sept. 1st of the school year.)

Four Freedoms’ staff believes children are our most valuable assets. That’s why we make sure our Preschool programs offer quality classes in a caring & safe learning environment with emphasis on hands-on experience, discovery learning & self development. This program and facility provide children with their first group activities in a safe and secure environment. Children have the opportunity to explore and play in a warm and caring atmosphere.

Both of the preschool programs provide readiness skills that are taught in a fun and positive way through a creative curriculum, as well as outdoor play. Each program also incorporates the Learning Centers of Art, Language Arts, Science, Sociodramatic Play, Block Area and a Computer Center.

Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten is a legislative program designed to prepare every four year old in Florida for kindergarten and build the foundation for their educational success. The VPK program is FREE for all children who are four years old on or before September 1st. (VPK voucher required)

Children must be self sufficient in restroom care and age appropriate. Parents provide lunch and snack.

Forms needed for registration include:

Physical
Immunization form
Copy of child’s birth certificate.

Saturday Programs & Preschool Summer Camps

Four Freedoms Park also offers monthly themed Saturday programs as well as Summer Camps for preschool age children, which are filled with fun crafts and other activities. These programs are priced out and run separately from the weekday preschool program, so children who are not part of the daily program are still eligible to sign up for Saturday programs and our camps.

Pre-Registration is required for all classes and programs at least one week in advance or until spaces are filled at Four Freedoms Park. For pricing and specific program dates, please see the current Parks & Recreation Program Guide and view the Four Freedoms Park pages, go to Register Online, or call (239) 574-0804.

Upcoming Saturday events meet from 9am to 1:30pm and are for ages 3 to 5 years. Child needs to bring a lunch and snack and be self-sufficient in restroom care:

            June 27, 2009 Summer Fun:
            Enjoy a day of summer fun with crafts, games and much more.

            July 18, 2009 Zoo Animals:
            Your child will go on a magical trip to a pretend zoo to learn all about animals.

            August 8, 2009 Ocean Life:
            Your child will explore the creatures that live in the sea by doing arts & crafts and
            having hands on experience with different types of shells.

Upcoming Preschool Summer Camps will meet 9am to 1:30pm Monday - Friday and are for ages 3 to 6 year olds. Child needs to bring a lunch and snack and be self-sufficient in restroom care:

            June 22 - June 26      Hooray USA!
            July 6 - July10           At the Sea Shore
            July 13 - July 17        Get Up and Move
            July 20 - July24         Kings,Queens Castles & Things
            July 27 - July 31        Camping Out
            August 3 - August 7   Splish,Splash