The Lambs' Workshop
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How old does a child need to be to
qualify for one of your classes?
To be part of our Three Year Old Program a child must be 3 years old by
September 30th. Likewise, a child must be 4 years old by September 30th to
qualify for the Four Year Old Program, and 5 years old by September 30th
to qualify for our Kindergarten Program.
2. What is your pupil/teacher
ratio?
There is a 6 to 1 ratio in the Three and Four Year Old Programs, with a
6-7 to 1 ratio in our Kindergarten Program.
3. How long have your teachers been
working at Lamb's?
Most of our teachers and assistant teachers have been with Lamb's for more
then 5 years, some for 10-15 years. We have very little
"turn-over" among our staff.
4. What do you expect of an incoming 3
year old to be ready for preschool?
We do expect all children entering our preschool to be fully toilet
trained. Even though we do not expect 3and 4 year olds to be fully
accomplished with their toileting skills, it is helpful if they are able
to manage their clothing (for the most part), and are familiar with the
use of toilet paper and steps to washing hands. It is also helpful if they
can make their needs be known by verbal expression.
5. How many classes are there?
We have 4 Three Year Old Classes, 3 in the morning and 1 in the afternoon.
We have 5 Four Year Old Classes (3 in the morning and 2 in the afternoon).
There is one Kindergarten class, held each morning for a three hour
session.
6. How many children are in a
classroom?
The preschool consists of two classrooms with 13 children, one teacher and
one teacher's assistant. There is one classroom with 18 children, one
teacher and two teacher's assistants. The Kindergarten class is composed
of a maximum 22 children.
7. How do you decide which classroom a
child should have?
I try to balance the boy/girl ratio. I also try to have a balance of
younger 3 year olds (or 4's) and older 3 year olds (or 4's). I also like
to have the parents' input regarding their child's temperament and
sociability. For example the big room might not be best for a quiet or shy
child, as it can be overwhelming, too busy, noisy. One of the smaller
rooms would probably be better. Teacher requests can be made, but I cannot
guarantee your request will be granted.
8. How do I enroll my child in The
Lamb's Workshop?
We begin registration for the Fall classes of 2008 in January. I have a
list of people who have expressed interest in our school and I start
calling at the top of the list. If you are interested in our program call
to schedule a visit to the school and to get your name on the
"list".
9. How do you incorporate Christianity
into the curriculum?
The Three Year Olds begin their Meeting time with a prayer and recitation
of the monthly Bible verse. One of the children gets to lead the Grace at
snack time and there are Bible stories read and discussed each week.
We are learning about the Fruit of Spirit
in the Four Year Old Classes and have a Bible memory verse each month that
coincides with this theme. We concentrate on Old Testament Bible stories
during the months prior to Christmas and then move on into reading from
the New Testament.
The Kindergarten class concentrates on
several Bible verses each month as well as a devotional time based on each
letter of the alphabet. (A Bible lesson with a "key" word
starting with a letter from the alphabet.) The kindergarten children are
given opportunities to pray each day for their friends, families, and/or
"whatever" is relevant to them that day.
We try to make Christianity relevant and a
natural expression of who we are. Virtues and "life lessons" can
be beautifully tied in with learning about God's love for us and how we
need to honor him with our hearts and our service to others.
If you have questions not answered here,
please call me at 472-2113.
-- Donna
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