Pre-K FAQs
Enrollment and Registration:
What is the age range for children eligible for the Pre-K program?
Children between the ages of 3 to 5 years old are eligible for our Pre-K program.
What curriculum do you follow for the Pre-K program?
We follow the Frog Street curriculum and Spalding Phonograms which are designed to provide a comprehensive and enriching learning experience for young learners.
How often are Pre-K students tested, and what are the purpose of these tests?
Pre-K students are tested three times during the school year to ensure their development and growth. After the first two tests, parents will be invited for parent-teacher conferences and student-led conferences.
What are the operating hours of the Pre-K program?
The full day Pre-K program hours are from 7:00 am to 3:10 pm. Additionally, we offer extended day hours from 3:10 pm to 6:00 pm for parents who require extended care for their children.
Is there a dress code for Pre-K students?
Students are expected to come to school in a presentable manner that demonstrates respect for themselves and their school. All attire should be clean, neat, and non-distracting.
What meal options are available for Pre-K students?
Pre-K students receive three meals: breakfast (if they arrive before 8:00 am), morning snack, and lunch. Parents are welcome to pack their own meals if preferred, and any allergies or food restrictions should be communicated to the classroom teacher and site coordinator.
How does nap time work for Pre-K students?
Pre-K students have the opportunity to rest their bodies for a period of time during nap time. If a child doesn’t nap, they may rest for 20 minutes and then engage in a quiet activity.
Program Details:
How can parents get involved in their child’s education?
We believe in the importance of parent involvement and offer various opportunities for parents to participate in school events, workshops, and conferences to ensure the success of each child. Contact your child’s teacher for opportunities to be involved in our outside the classroom.
What are the drop-off and pick-up procedures?
Parents/legal guardians must accompany their child into the classroom or assigned drop-off location for safety purposes. During pick-up, a valid state-issued ID must be presented, and students will only be released to authorized persons listed in Brightwheel.
What is the tuition structure for the Pre-K program?
Our tuition-based Pre-K program requires weekly tuition, and seats are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. A non-refundable annual registration fee will be assessed once your child’s registration is approved, based on classroom availability.
How can we enroll our child in the Pre-K program?
If you are interested in enrolling your child in our pre-kindergarten program, visit your campus website and select “Pre-K” under “Programs & Curriculum”. Once on the Pre-K page, select the “Register Now” option and follow the prompts. All applicants must create a Brightwheel account to complete the enrollment form.
What are the required documents to complete my child’s enrollment?
Child’s birth certificate and immunization records are required in order for the enrollment application to be approved.
Is there a registration fee?
Yes, a registration fee is required to reserve your child’s seat in the program. Please note, the registration fee may vary depending on the campus and the program (3 year or 4 year).
What is the tuition schedule?
We invoice (bill) weekly. Invoices will be sent the Sunday before the week of care. Payment is due the Monday before the week of care.
What is the refund policy?
There are no refunds or credits if a child misses a day of school. The tuition is what saves the child’s spot in our program. Tuition is billed weekly for the upcoming week.
Refunds or credits will not be given for unused days, vacations or days not attended due to illness. Past-due tuition will result in the loss of the child’s reserved space in the program.
How can parents make payments?
Payments must be made using our online registration system, Brightwheel. Parents can make payments by using your credit/debit/ACH information, which will be kept on file. Past-due tuition will result in the loss of the child’s reserved space in the program.
Do students have to be potty-trained?
Yes, toilet training is a requirement for admission into the Legacy Traditional Pre-Kindergarten program.
Does Legacy Traditional Pre-Kindergarten offer scholarships or have payment plans?
Parents may check with the campus admin in regards to any scholarship programs; however, we do not offer any payment plans. Tuition payments are due every Monday for the upcoming week of care.
Parental Involvement:
What are the lunch and snack options? Can students bring their own lunch?
Weekly tuition for Legacy Traditional Pre-Kindergarten includes breakfast, a snack, and lunch. Parents are able to pack their child a lunch and/or snack, but we do not have access to a refrigerator or microwave for student lunches. Providing food from home for a child will not reduce the tuition rate. The monthly menus are posted on the Parent Information Board in the main hallway of the Pre-K.
Additional Information:
Do the students have to wear a uniform?
No. While Legacy Traditional Pre-K does not enforce a uniform policy, students are expected to come to school in a presentable manner that demonstrates respect for themselves and their school. All attire should be clean, neat, and non-distracting.
Does Legacy Summer Preschool offer care before 7:00am?
No. 7:00 am is the earliest the students can be dropped off to our Legacy Traditional Pre-Kindergarten program.