Author: Sheila Richards

Our Preschool program was developed in 1988 at Memorial Baptist, which is now Church at the Cross. As the name suggests, Kids at the Cross Preschool is aimed at children ~ the children in our church
and our community.
PURPOSE
Our purpose at Kids at the Cross is to provide care, education and development for each child enrolled to their greatest potential spiritually, mentally, physically, emotionally and socially. This is accomplished by providing learning and developmental experiences consistent with the
Christian principles of Church at the Cross.
Our goal is to build upon the developmental foundations of trust, independence and initiative so that each child will feel good about themselves
and their world while encountering Jesus.
STAFF
Our staff is dedicated to making Kids at the Cross
a positive and safe experience. All staff members are required be certified in CPR and complete Ministry Safe Training. Staff are required to attend an Orientation and Training and submit monthly lesson plans to the director. All staff including substitutes must complete a background check.
CLASSROOMS
The rooms are arranged into play-learning centers where children can make choices for individual and small group activities. A variety of learning areas are available including blocks, manipulatives, dramatic play, home living areas, books, art and puzzles.
We provide developmentally appropriate activities to help children learn and grow at their own pace.

SECURITY
In an effort to keep our building as secure as
possible, we keep the doors locked except
during drop-off and pick-up times. We also have cameras located inside and outside our building.
Keeping our KATC children safe is our goal.
MEDICAL
Shot records are due by the first week of school. All student allergies are kept on record in the
office. All medications must be checked in the office and administered during the preschool day. We are PEANUT FREE!
ILLNESS
Our sick policy requires your child to be fever free and free of vomiting or diarrhea for 24 hours before they can return to school.
REST TIME
Babies thru Three’s are required to have a rest time
each day. They are not made to sleep, but must rest quietly. We encourage personal sleeping mats, blankets and security items.
SNACKS AND LUNCH
Snacks are served during both our regular and
extended sessions. Children are required to bring their lunch and drink. Please bring items that do not require heating in the microwave.
INDOOR/OUTDOOR PLAY
We have beautiful grounds including a play
park and sport court. Our indoor playscape called “The Treehouse” is a great favorite with the
children. It is available for birthday party rentals
as well.

Director
Cell: 817 528-5405
Administrative Assistant

Jesus said,
“Let the little
children come
unto me.”
Matthew 19:14

Church at the Cross
3000 William D. Tate Avenue
Grapevine, TX 76051
katcpreschool.com

ENROLLMENT
Enrollment is open to children age 1 years old
(as of September 1, 2023) through 6 years old.
HOURS
We operate every Tuesday and Thursday
Regular Hours 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Extended Hours 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
EXTENDED HOURS*
Stay & Play 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
* $12.00 Additional Fee \ Per Day
IMPORTANT DATES
Parent Orientation/ Meet the Teacher
September 5, 2023
First Preschool Day September 7, 2023
Last Preschool Day May 16, 2024
HOLIDAYS
We follow the GCISD calendar for holidays; however, we have families attending our program from several districts in the area. There will be no classes the week of Thanksgiving and Spring Break.
TEACHER/STUDENT RATIOS

One’s / Two's / Three’s / Pre-K /TK	2 to 10 / 2 to 12 / 2 to 14 / 2 to 15

REGISTRATION FEES
$185 Registration/Activity Fees
This non-refundable fee is due upon registration.
We cannot guarantee your spot without payment.
The link to register will be on our website or emailed to you. You will also pay your registration fee through this link.
TUITION
$240 monthly for One’s thru Three’s
$250 monthly for all Pre-K/TK classes
Tuition is due the first Thursday of each month and
a $10.00 late fee will be applied after the first week.
There is no reduction in tuition for absences.
A two week notice is required or full tuition will be due.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please visit katcpreschool.com where you can find important documents on all our procedures, special days, class schedules, parent handbook, and paying monthly tuition.
SPECIAL DAYS
What great fun! There are fun special days each month. Some of our favorites are Western Day, Super Hero Day, Pajama Day and Color of the Month days. We also have a formal Graduation ceremony for our Pre-K and Transitional Kindergarten students.
ACTIVITIES
We believe that children learn best through play.
Weekly activities that enhance our curriculum are:
Music and movement, Chapel and Library story time.
We have a monthly focus on colors, shapes, scriptures, finger plays and science experiments. Various enrichment activities including art, cooking, imaginative play and so much more. Holiday parties including Christmas, Easter
and Valentine’s Day are celebrated. We celebrate each child’s birthday monthly including a summer birthday celebration as well.

CURRICULUM
Our program uses the Wee Learn Christian curriculum which is developmentally based. Various educational tools are used to compliment the
Wee Learn and provide further enhanced academics.
Pre-Kindergarten
Our Pre-K classes focus on helping to prepare
our 4 year olds for a positive kindergarten experience. Pre-K children experience an excellent academic curriculum. New materials are introduced, including Frog Street Press and Alpha Time.
Hands-on math activities, counting, and pattern recognition broaden pre-math skills. Children are introduced to simple problem solving and guided in following directions. The Letter-of-the-Week is a fun way that we enhance pre-reading skills. Handwriting Without Tears is incorporated for pre-writing skills.
TRANSITIONAL KINDERGARTEN
Has your child completed Pre-K but is still not quite ready to attend Kindergarten? Our Transitional Kindergarten will include an enhanced curriculum for the individual child building upon the skills presented in our Pre-K classes. A certified teacher will guide students in ways that will solidify a spiritual base while maximizing their academic potential. This curriculum will provide the structure and foundational strategies that focus on mastering fundamental skills to fully prepare them for a successful Kindergarten experience. These skills include fine motor development, pre-reading skills, proper handwriting technique as well as math and science concepts. This extra year ensures additional enrichment and nurturing of a child’s early academic development and confidence.