The Good Shepherd Child Care Center

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Infant Care
Ages 6-Weeks - 13 Months 
Our facility's Infant Program is able to serve 7 infants.  The infant care rooms are separated from the center to protect your infant's delicate immune system.  Infants set their own schedule, but still participate in a variety of activities designed to promote growth and to foster attainment of developmental milestones. Each infant has their own crib space and cubby to house their diapers, wipes, and other supplies that you provide.  
Infants are eligible to participate in the Center Food Program...inquire with director for details. 
 
Toddler Program
14 months (walking) through 3 years (potty trained)
Our Toddler Program is structured into 2groups: Younger and Older Toddlers.  Younger Toddlers work on self help skills, such as walking, standing up, sitting in chairs, feeding, etc.  Older Toddlers focus on language and social skill development as well as manners, educational concepts, and toilet training.  Each group has a lead and assistant teacher with a max class size of 8 students. The Toddler and infant groups are located in the front Child Care Center Building.  Toddlers participate in center food program.  Cots are provided for napping.  Parents must provide diapers/pull ups, wipes, change of clothes, sippy cups, and bedding.
PreSchool Programs
 
3-4 yrs old.  MUST be potty trained.
Our pre-school program is held in the rear Parish Hall. Our preschool teacher has been with the center for over 20 years.  With so much experience to draw upon, the children are always participating in a variety of projects and events.  Our pre-schoolers continue develop and master social skills.  They are introduced to structure, schedules, and academic concepts. Center Wide nap time is from 1pm-3pm.  Parents must provide bedding and change of clothes. 
 
4 years old and scheduled to begin Kindergarten the next school  year.
Our Pre-K program is designed to help students prepare for their impending transition to the school system.  They continue to learn structure and scheduling.  They are also encouraged to develop self control and self help skills.  They stress educational pursuits, such as letters, numbers, colors, shapes, and name recognition.  Our Pre-K Teacher has her College Degree in Early Childhood Education.  Our Director attends monthly Community Engagement Meetings to maintain a relationship with the Delaware Valley School District regarding matters of transition and early learning standards.  Program is located in rear Parish Hall.
Parents are required to supply change of clothes and bedding.  Though some children may not nap, they will still participate in "Quiet Time" from 1-3pm.
School Age Program
Ages 5 - 12 years. 
The School Age Program, formerly known as "latchkey" is designed to provide before and after school care to children of this age group.  The center also has programs available to provide care for school age children during school closings, delays, and single day holidays.  We offer a themed summer day camp program for school age children, which include a variety of activities and experiences.  School Age children are also eligible to participate in Center Food Program.  Enrollment in this program is full every year so be sure to register early!
 
SUMMER PROGRAMS
Fun for all Ages!!!!!
Our summer program is designed to provide students with new and interesting programming every week.  Arts and crafts, sports, water fun, and field trips are just a few of the experiences we provide during our varied theme weeks.  All meals and snacks provided.

Part Time Preschool & Toddler Programs
Looking for a part time socialization and skill building opportunity for your child?  We offer half day programs from 8:30am - 12:30pm for preschoolers and toddlers.  Part time rate includes AM snack and Lunch.  Great way to ease your child's transition from home to school.

Food Program
Child and Adult Care Food Program
All students are eligible to participate in the food program provided they complete the annual paperwork.  The program provides Breakfast, Lunch, and 2 snacks.  Menu varies every month and is posted in classrooms and on this website on the "Current Events" page.