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 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. We offer two VPK classes on M/W/F from 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. and one VPK class Tuesday/Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 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)
Tuesday & Thursday 9:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m.	Mon / Wed / Fri (4-5 year olds) 9:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Tuesday/Thursday (4-5 year olds) 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
3-4 year olds	4-5 year 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 1, 2009 (VPK voucher required). WE CURRENTLY HAVE OPENINGS IN EACH OF OUR V.P.K. CLASSES. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CALL US AT (239) 574-0804.

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

Forms needed for registration include:

Four Freedoms Park Preschool Enrollment Form
Physical
Immunization form
Copy of child’s birth certificate

Saturday Programs & Preschool Summer Camps

Four Freedoms Park also offers 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. For information on class dates, times and fees please see the current Parks & Recreation Program Guide. You can enroll yourself by clicking Register Online or call us at Four Freedoms Park at (239) 574-0804.

Upcoming Saturday events meet from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and are for ages 3 to 5 years. ***Child needs to bring a lunch and snack and be self-sufficient in restroom care:

December 12, 2009 Visit with Santa ***10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.*** Bring your little ones to visit with Santa and tell him what they want for Christmas, as well as play a variety of wintery games. Parents, bring your camera for that special snapshot. ***Pre-Registration required.
December 19, 2009 Holiday Free Time
Parents who need an extra day before the holidays to get last minute things done can drop their little ones off at Four Freedoms park for crafts, games and more! ***Pre-Registration required.