West Dundee church preschool sets open house

First Congregational Church of Dundee is hosting an open house for parents looking for information about Littlest Disciples Preschool.

The open house will be from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 27, in the church's lower level common area, 900 S. Eighth St. in West Dundee. Parents can view the preschool environment, meet the teachers, learn how the individualized curriculum can help children learn at their own rate and to their full potential and obtain registration information.

Littlest Disciples Preschool is currently accepting enrollment for the early education program year which begins Sept. 2, 2014. Prepare your child for elementary school success and make learning fun all in a Christian environment with a small student-teacher ratio.

Preschool for 2-year-olds and young 3-year-olds (PK2/3) meets on Mondays and Wednesdays or Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to noon. Children entering this class must turn 3 during the school year, no later than June 1, 2015. Preschool for 3-year-olds (PK3) meets Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to noon. Children entering this class must be 3 years old by Sept. 1, 2014. Preschool for 4-year-olds (PK4) meets on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to noon. Children entering this class must be 4 years old by Sept. 1, 2014.

Class sizes are limited to 12 students with 2 professionally, trained teachers. Each curriculum is organized into theme and faith-based units that address complex topics and encourage children to develop their skills and confidence with learning and play. Language, math, science, creative arts, music, a Bible story, snack time, motor skills and social development are all part of each child's educational and social experience.

For details or to schedule a visit on another date, call Jamie Berndt at (847) 426-2161, ext. 113 or visit www.fccdundee.com.