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Children's Circle Preschool

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Children's Circle Preschool (CCP), a ministry of Second Presbyterian Church, has been serving the community since 1967. We offer a nurturing, Christian setting where children can develop the skills and confidence necessary to thrive in today's world. Our mission is to extend the Second Presbyterian Church family of faith and Christian traditions through a weekday program for children in our congregation and the broader community.

Preschool Programs

CCP offers classes for children ages 9 months to 5 years old in age appropriate, well-appointed, and spacious classrooms. We know how important these early years are for learning and growth, and our days are filled with art, stories, play, sensory activities, time outdoors, singing and dancing, and a lot of fun.

If you are interested in registering for the upcoming school year, our registration process starts in January. Current families and church members may register first, and then registration is open to new families.

Contact the CCP office at (317) 252-5517 or KArchbold@SecondChurch.org for more information.  

These classes provide young children an opportunity to be cared for in a nurturing, Christian environment. This is so much more than babysitting as our staff provide creative, developmentally- appropriate activities including art, music, and sensory play. Using the activities planned for these young children helps them learn about themselves, learn about their feelings, learn about others, learn to communicate, learn about moving and doing, and acquire thinking skills. Bible stories and Christian traditions are also part of the daily curriculum.

CLASS DAYS HOURS  MAX CLASSROOM RATIO AGE REQUIREMENTS
Nursery 1 or 2 days per week:
M,T,W,H,F		 9:00-2:30  8 students/2 teachers 9 months by September 1
Toddlers  1 or 2 days per week: 
M,T,W,H,F		 9:00-2:30 10 students/2 teachers 16 months by September 1
Twos 1 or 2 days per week: 
M,T,W,H,F		 9:00-2:30 12 students/2 teachers 24 months by September 1
Young 3s 2 days per week:
M/W or T/H		 9:00-2:30 12 students/2 teachers 31 months by September 1

Preschoolers are naturally curious about the world around them. Our days are planned around themes that are meaningful to three- to five year-olds. Children are introduced to activities that encourage independence and the joy of learning. Activities planned for these children will focus on social/emotional development, physical development, cognitive development, and language development. Bible stories and Christian traditions are also part of the daily curriculum. CCP recommends that children who meet kindergarten age requirements enroll in Kindergarten or an alternate program. Exceptions will be made based on conversations with CCP Director. 

CLASS DAYS HOURS  MAXIMUM CLASSROOM RATIO AGE REQUIREMENTS
Preschool 3s 2 days per week:
M/W or T/H		 9:00-2:30 16 students/2 teachers 3 years by September 1
Pre-K 3 days per week 9:00-2:30 18 students/2 teachers 4 years by September 1

Friday Friends offers Young 3 and Preschool 3 students an optional third day at school. Friday Friends students must be enrolled in a Young 3 or Preschool 3 class. The classes dive into a theme and enjoy a day of play, art, gross motor activity, and socialization. Friday Friends classes are made up of a combination of students from all our Young 3 and Preschool 3 classes and students may have different teachers than they do in their Young 3/Preschool 3 classes.

Days
Fridays only (must be enrolled in PS 3 or Young 3)
Hours
9:00–2:30
Maximum Classroom Ratio
16 students/2 teachers
Age Requirements
3 years by September 1

Preparing for Preschool

2026-2027 Important Dates
August 12 - 14 Orientation Days
August 17 First day of classes
September 7 Closed: Labor Day
October 8 & 9 Closed: Fall Break 
November 25 – 27 Closed: Thanksgiving Break
December 21 - January 1 Closed: Christmas Break 
January 4 CCP No Students—Teacher's Only
January 5 Classes resume
January 18 Closed: MLK Day
February 15 Closed: President's Day
March 26 Closed: Good Friday
March 29 – April 2 Closed: Spring Break
May 10 – 14 Last week of classes

Arrival. Drop off begins at 9:00 each morning. Families will walk their children to their specific classroom each day. Teachers will share daily drop arrival routines with each family. There will be an opportunity to chat with teachers and help children transition to the classroom. If your child is having issues with separation, we do recommend a quick and positive drop off. A quick hug and kiss before saying goodbye is best. Lingering can create a tougher transition. We are happy to let you know how your child is doing after you leave.

Picking-up your child. All children should be picked up by 2:30 each day. Children may only be picked up by an adult (18 or older) and will be picked up at the classroom door. You will have a chance to hear about your child’s day. If your regular pick up routine will be different, please notify the teachers at drop off and fill out a yellow pick slip, or contact the CCP Office (317-252-5517 or karchbold@secondchurch.org) and we will notify the classroom teachers. We will check ID for anyone we have not met before. 

CCP will provide each child with a tote bag- please use this bag. Please pack only essentials for the school day- lunch box, spare clothes, diapers and diaper cream (for younger students), small rest mat or towel, small lovey if needed.

Clothing- Send your children in comfortable clothing that can get dirty. Dress your child for the weather understanding that we will play outside unless it is below 32° or raining. Closed toe or athletic shoes provide the surest footing on our playgrounds. Please send a spare set of clothes in your child's bag every day (including socks and underwear). Label everything clearly! 

Comfort Items- Special items from home (blankets, stuffed animals, etc.) can help children adjust to school. Please limit "loveys" to one item and label "loveys" clearly with full name, so they make the trip home each day. Rest Time Items- All classes will take an age-appropriate amount of time to rest each day. Not all children will sleep, but a quiet part of the day is important. Nursery students will rest in a crib and sheets are provided. CCP follows all safe sleep practices required by the state of Indiana. We advise sending in a blanket, crib sheet, or nap mat for all other students to cover their cot. Rest items that a child can manage on his or her own are always best.

Lunch- CCP will provide each child with a reusable, covered container which holds just the right amount of food. The container fits in most lunch boxes with room to spare for an ice pack and a drink. To limit the number of hands touching your child’s lunchbox, please send a lunch that your child can manage independently. CCP is a NUT FREE school- NO nut products. We also ask our families to avoid juice boxes and squeeze yogurts, as they can be very messy. Please cut food so they do not present a choking hazard. For licensing, CCP is required to refrigerate lunches each day. Classroom teachers will review daily routines for lunches. 

Tuition: Based on the number of scheduled class days. Families enrolled in classes on Mondays and Fridays pay slightly less due to more holidays.

Detailed Information: Available upon request.

  • Experienced Staff: Our dedicated team guides children toward discovering who they are and what they can achieve.
  • Age-Appropriate Curriculum: Each age group benefits from a play-based curriculum designed for growth and mastery of new skills.
  • Christian Foundations: Bible stories, Christian traditions, and prayer are integral parts of our daily activities.
  • Well-Equipped Facilities: Spacious, well-stocked rooms provide a conducive environment for meaningful and fun learning experiences.

Preschool Team

Karen Archbold

Children's Circle Preschool Office Coordinator

karchbold@secondchurch.org

(317) 252-5517

Kacy Naab

Director, Children's Circle Preschool

knaab@secondchurch.org

(317) 252-5511

Open Preschool Positions

Interested or have questions about these or other career opportunities at Second? Send a résumé, cover letter, and any questions to TEkiyor@SecondChurch.org. 

Music Teacher

Toddler Co-Teacher

Two's Co-Teacher

Young Three's Co-Teacher

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