We have been with this preschool for 6 years now. All four of our children have attended and now only our youngest child is left as the older siblings have moved on to elementary school! So only 2... More

We have been with this preschool for 6 years now. All four of our children have attended and now only our youngest child is left as the older siblings have moved on to elementary school! So only 2 more years left of GSLP! Bittersweet! As a newer mother when I was researching all the local preschools I was directed to GSLP by a dear friend whom I admired. I visited them all, asked lots of questions and by far, GSLP was the most prepared, most cost efficient and most qualified. I personally really like the schedule and the times the preschool runs. 9:30am is after the early morning rush so it is the PERFECT starting time. And the fact that the children get to have lunch there-what a blessing! So many other preschools end around lunchtime-and they cost the same if not more for having children there for less hours! (Why? Hmmmm...I dunno!) 1:20pm is a great endidng time because it is after lunch so you don't have to deal with the hurry to get the kids fed right after picking them up, yet it is still before afternoon quiet times (which all younger children, in my humble opinion, should have. Saves mom from going insane and gives them some time to themselves. THAT in and of itself can be talked about for hours....Ok, I digress....) All of the teachers are certified and have extensive backgrounds in teaching. Their curriculum is superb and all of our children have fond memories of GSLP. The parents are very involved and frankly, as each year passes the school improves even when I think it can't improve any more! The Director, Deanna Klimek, is very hands on. Her staff responds well with her and you can tell they all really enjoy working together. Their biggest love, and rightfully so-is the children! Oh how they all love those precious children! We have never doubted our decision to send our children to Good Shepherd. I encourage every parent who is wondering where to send his/her children-to just register those little one/s! You will be so glad you did!!
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Good: The program is based on the Core Knowledge sequence -- focused age appropriate learning. School is accredited by the ELEA. Teachers (ages 3+) all have education degrees. Music & Movement... More

Good: The program is based on the Core Knowledge sequence -- focused age appropriate learning. School is accredited by the ELEA. Teachers (ages 3+) all have education degrees. Music & Movement DAILY! 4-hour program (most local schools are only 3-hours). Carpool pick up.. Improvements: Open up summer camp to 2-year olds (currently 3 year-olds to rising Kindergartners).. Other: Great parent group! Free parenting classes! Small and intimate program with great ratios...approachable Director and delightful teachers. Very positive 'vibe' at this school. My daughter LOVES it here!.
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We love this pre-school! Faith-based curriculum, outstanding, experienced teachers, and an involved and approachable director! Even offers curb-side pick-up, major advantage for parents with other... More

We love this pre-school! Faith-based curriculum, outstanding, experienced teachers, and an involved and approachable director! Even offers curb-side pick-up, major advantage for parents with other children in the car!!
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