Preschool Openings
The Good Shepherd Lutheran Preschool is open to all; church membership is not a requirement. We are currently accepting enrollment for Summer, 2024 and Fall-Spring 2024-2025. These openings fill up quickly so if you are interested in reserving a spot for your child please contact our director, Katie Eckert.
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Our Philosophy
The central purpose of Good Shepherd 
Preschool is to support families of our congregation and community through a loving and caring Christian ministry. We provide full day care and enrichment for children ages 2 to 6, with appropriate play and learning experiences through flexible but consistent routines in a comfortable atmosphere for the children. This contributes to the social, emotional, physical, intellectual, and spiritual needs of each child. Using the experience of our licensed and highly trained staff we wish to establish a setting where children of various religious and ethnic backgrounds can work and grow together in a loving setting influenced by the mind and spirit of Christ.
Our Staff
As Christian teachers we will give your child the best care in both academic and spiritual growth. It is our goal to see that all steps are taken to introduce your child to new learning experiences in all areas of growth, appropriate for their age.
CA State Licensed: #421708110
For more information contact our Preschool Director, Katie Eckert; call (805) 453-8226 [cell], (805) 967-6101, or (805) 967-1416 x108, or email Katie Eckert.
Daily Schedule
Our schedule will be consistent but flexible with the needs of the children being the primary concern.
Monday - Friday 7:45 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
| Start - Finish | Activity |
|---|---|
| 7:45 - 9:00 | Arrival & free choice activity |
| 9:00 - 9:30 | Clean up - Outside time |
| 9:30 - 10:30 | Class time, personal hygiene & snack |
| 10:30 - 11:30 | Activity time |
| 11:30 - 11:45 | Clean up for lunch & personal hygiene |
| 11:45 - 12:00 | Movement & Singing |
| 12:00 - 12:30 | Lunch (parent provided) |
| 12:30 - 1:00 | Personal hygiene & prepare for rest |
| 1:00 - 2:30 | Rest time |
| 2:30 - 3:00 |
Awaken All Children |
| 3:00 - 3:45 | Activity time (outdoors) |
| 3:45 - 4:00 | Prepare to Go Home |
| 4:00 | School Closed |
2024-2025 School Year Preschool Tuition:
| Full Day 7:45-4:00 | 10 Payments | Annual | Half Day 7:45-12:30 | 10 Payments | Annual |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 days per week | $620 | $6,200 | 2 days per week | $430 | $4,300 |
| 3 days per week | $875 | $8,750 | 3 days per week | $610 | $6,100 |
| 4 days per week | $1,090 | $10,900 | 4 days per week | $800 | $8,000 |
| 5 days per week | $1,210 | $12,100 | 5 days per week | $905 | $9,050 |
Please note; there is an additional $150 monthly charge for children that are not potty-trained.
Preschool Tuition Payment or Donation Portal (ACH Only)
Preschool Tuition Payment Portal (CC Only) [Convenience fees are included]
Equal Opportunity
Good Shepherd Lutheran Preschool admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, financial assistance programs, and other school-administered programs.
