Frequently Asked Questions
What are your hours of operation?
Full Day Preschool hours are from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Full Day Infant/Toddler hours are from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
Half Day Preschool hours are from 8:15 AM - 12:15 PM.
Half Day Infant/Toddler hours are from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM.
Full Day Infant/Toddler hours are from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
Half Day Preschool hours are from 8:15 AM - 12:15 PM.
Half Day Infant/Toddler hours are from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM.
Are you year around?
Yes, we operate year around (August-July) and we require families to provide a 30 day notice of exiting the program.
What age can my child start your program?
We offer care for children age 12 months through Kindergarten. Children age 3 and up must be fully potty trained and independent in the restroom.
How do enroll my child?
Enrollment may be done throughout the year and based on openings. Open Enrollment is March 1st for new children to start with us at the beginning of the school year. Visit our Enrollment tab to learn more and complete an Interest Form.
Do you have a waitlist?
Yes, we add families to the waitlist once all class openings are filled. Children will be added to the waitlist in the order we received your interest form.
Who can attend?
Enrollment is open for children ages 12 months to kindergarten. Enrollment is open to children of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin. Programs and activities are made available to all enrolled.
Is there an enrollment fee?
Yes, we have an annual non-refundable enrollment fee of $200 that must be paid prior to your child starting the program. For returning families we have a discounted registration fee of $185 only for the month of February.
Does my child need to be potty trained?
All children in our 3 year old classrooms and up must be fully potty trained (including accident free during nap time without using pull ups/diapers) and independent in the restroom.
What are the class sizes?
Following State Licensing requirements our 12-18 month old class operates with a ratio of 4 children to 1 teacher and the 18-24 month class operates with a ratio of 6 children to 1 teacher. Both classes have an aide that supports the two classes.
In our classes for children age 2-5, State Licensing ratios are 1 adult to 12 children and we strive to keep our ratios lower. All classrooms are staffed with 2 teachers.
In our classes for children age 2-5, State Licensing ratios are 1 adult to 12 children and we strive to keep our ratios lower. All classrooms are staffed with 2 teachers.
Do you offer any discounts?
We offer a 10% sibling discount on the lesser tuition. Limited to one sibling.
Do you need to be a member of Emmanuel Faith Community Church to attend the preschool?
It is not required for you to be a member of EFCC, we welcome all families from our community.
Do you accept subsidies?
We do not accept subsidies/alternative payments from financial assistance programs.
How is tuition paid?
We use the app Brightwheel for all school communication once your child is enrolled. You will also be invoiced through that app and can pay directly on the app or connect your bank account for automatic monthly payments. We also accept checks made out to Emmanuel Faith Preschool.
Does my child need to be vaccinated to attend emmanuel faith preschool?
Yes.
Per State Licensing, all children are required to be updated on all vaccines prior to enrollment.
Vaccine exemptions must be cleared through the California Department of Public Health CAIR Medical Exemption system.
If you have any questions regarding the requirements, please reach out to us at [email protected]. We are happy to help!
Per State Licensing, all children are required to be updated on all vaccines prior to enrollment.
Vaccine exemptions must be cleared through the California Department of Public Health CAIR Medical Exemption system.
If you have any questions regarding the requirements, please reach out to us at [email protected]. We are happy to help!