Programs

Infant Care

Ages 6 Weeks - 12 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.

Toddler Program

12 months (walking) through 3 years (potty trained)

Our Toddler Program is structured into 2 groups: Younger and Older Toddlers. Younger Toddlers focus on language development and self help skills, such as walking, sitting in chairs, self feeding, etc. Older Toddlers focus on 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. Cots are provided for napping. Parents must provide diapers/pull ups, wipes, change of clothes, sippy cups, and bedding.

Preschool/Pre-K Program

3-4 yrs old. MUST be potty trained.

Our preschool program is held in the rear Parish Hall. Our preschool teacher has been with the center for almost 25 years. With so much experience to draw upon, the children are always participating in a variety of projects and events. Our preschoolers 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.

4-5 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. 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. The Center offers busing for all 3 local elementary schools! We offer a themed summer day camp program for school age children, which include a variety of activities and experiences. 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 toddlers and 9am-1pm for Preschool. 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. All meals served to children under the Child and Adult Care Food Program are served at no separate charge regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. There is no discrimination in admission policy, meal service, or use of the facilities. Any Complaints of discrimination should be submitted in writing within 180 day of the incident to the USDA Director, Office of Civil Rights, Washington, DC 20250.

Menu varies every month and is posted in classrooms and on this website on the "Current Events" page.

The Good Shepherd Child Care Center

"Big or Small, We Love Them All"