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Developing a love of reading

Frequently Asked Questions

Are you licensed? 

  • Yes, we are licensed by DCFS

What are your school hours?

  • 9:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. 

How does drop off and pick up work?

  • Teachers will meet you students at the car and walk them into the school in the morning. At pick up we will walk your child to the car.

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Does my Preschooler need to be fully potty trained?

  • Yes, we do not allow students who wear pull ups. Our teaches take students to the bathroom when they arrive and at different times of the day. Students can ask to use the bathroom at any time. 

What is the student/ teacher ratio?

  • In our 3 year old class the ratio is 10:2.

  • In our Prek classes the max student/teacher ratio is 10:1, some classes have a 9:1 ratio or 8:1 ratio.

Do you serve lunch?

  • No we serve a snack. Snack is provided by the parents. Teachers will let parents know what to bring for snack and when it is their turn to provide snack. 

What types of snacks are served?

  • We ask parents to provide healthy snacks for our preschoolers that meet DCFS guidelines. Snack do include fruit and grains. All snacks are nut free.

You are part of the Oswego Presbyterian church, but I am not a member. What are your schools foundational beliefs?

  • GGPS is a Christian Preschool and we focus on the basic Christian values in our Bible curriculum. We understand that our families may come from a variety of backgrounds with their Christian faith and are respectful of those differences. Working with Preschool aged children we focus on the principles of respect, responsibility, self control, compassion, thankfulness, humility, and faith in God. These are things children can relate to and are developing in these early years. We believe we are partners with families in helping cultivate these characteristics as they grow and begin a faith filled journey. Our Bible curriculum teaches these through different Bible stories. 

What is the educational background of your staff.

  • All our teachers have Associates, Bachelors or Masters in Early Childhood or an associated field. Our Assistants also have backgrounds and experience in Early Childhood. Our teachers complete 15 hours of professional development per year. All staff is also CPR & First Aid certified.  

What about building security? 

  • All our entrances are locked and visitors need to ring the doorbell. We have also have security cameras.  

Do you have family activities?

  • Yes we believe family engagement is important and have several fun activities a year.

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