Our Philosophy
As a ministry of The Presbyterian Church, the PLC seeks to provide a safe, nurturing, Christ-centered educational environment where children and their families feel a sense of support, unity, and acceptance. Our classes are intentionally small (6:2 for 2-year-olds, 8:2 in the 3’s class, and 10:2 in the 4’s class) to enable the teachers to focus more on the individual needs and strengths of each child. The PLC was created to give preschool children the best possible start as they begin their school years. Our program was developed to fill a need for high-quality Christian preschool education in our community. At the PLC, children flourish as they experience the joy of learning in a warm and caring place.
Our PLC teachers are one of our most important assets. Their most important attribute is an understanding and appreciation for young children and how they learn. We hire the most qualified teachers available. Our teachers have Bachelor’s Degrees or beyond, as well as experience teaching in public and/or private schools. They continue to attend conferences and classes to enhance their skills.
Multifaceted Learning
We believe that a love for learning is one of the most important gifts we can give to any child. We see our role as one of helping children enjoy school while we lay a foundation for the years to come. Our classrooms are bright, engaging places filled with the activities of learning. Our teachers know that children grow by experiencing lots of different things, so our days are planned with the needs of active preschoolers in mind. Throughout each school day, we will work with children to help develop the skills that are necessary for success in school, such as: self-control, resolving conflicts appropriately, and taking turns.
In addition to these skills, children are engaged in art, music, science, social studies, language arts, math, and faith development. Some of the things our preschoolers may be doing on any given day are: art projects, music, playtime, both fine and gross motor activities, storytime, circle time, and snack time. The PLC uses the Handwriting Without Tears curriculum. This is the same curriculum adopted by Kentucky public preschools.
At the PLC we provide a well-rounded program that addresses the many needs that children have.
We hope to instill in children a life-long love of learning by encouraging creativity, using developmentally appropriate methods, and helping children develop new skills when they are ready.
We offer a safe environment where children can play and experience different kinds of resources, materials, and equipment.
We encourage children to enjoy school by providing a friendly, nurturing environment. Children are helped to become independent and self-confident while developing friendships and respect for others. We provide a loving place where children can develop an awareness of God and a love for Jesus.
