{"id":5053,"date":"2017-08-19T12:03:33","date_gmt":"2017-08-19T16:03:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stmaryofsorrow.org\/?page_id=5053"},"modified":"2026-01-30T20:50:08","modified_gmt":"2026-01-31T01:50:08","slug":"home-preschool","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/stmaryofsorrows.org\/?page_id=5053","title":{"rendered":"Home-Preschool"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"5053\" class=\"elementor elementor-5053\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-586b7b32 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"586b7b32\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-7b90421b\" data-id=\"7b90421b\" 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They are all fully engaged with the students and their families every step of the way. I am more than impressed with this school and our experience.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial testimonial t-slide post-5895\">\n<div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-inner testimonial-inner\">\n<div data-infinite-loop=\"false\"   class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-content testimonial-content\">\n<div class=\"maybe-clear\"><\/div>\n<p>St. Mary&#8217;s has established a welcoming environment where I feel very comfortable leaving my child for hours each week. The program has changed each year and for the best. I appreciate all of the thought that goes in to planning each year.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial testimonial t-slide post-7954\">\n<div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-inner testimonial-inner\">\n<div data-infinite-loop=\"false\"   class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-content testimonial-content\">\n<div class=\"maybe-clear\"><\/div>\n<p>Miss Helen has done a great job of handling the girl drama and encouraging them to meet new friends within class.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial testimonial t-slide post-5890\">\n<div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-inner testimonial-inner\">\n<div data-infinite-loop=\"false\"   class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-content testimonial-content\">\n<div class=\"maybe-clear\"><\/div>\n<p>Miss Helen has a very gentle demeanor and encouraged trying. Based on the projects that came home Miss Helen supported making an attempt and allowed room for my child to complete the task as an individual which may not have always been how the task was meant to be done. This is very important at such a young age.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial testimonial t-slide post-5896\">\n<div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-inner testimonial-inner\">\n<div data-infinite-loop=\"false\"   class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-content testimonial-content\">\n<div class=\"maybe-clear\"><\/div>\n<p>The extended family feeling and the love the teachers have for their jobs and the children they teach thru faith centered focus.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial testimonial t-slide post-5893\">\n<div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-inner testimonial-inner\">\n<div data-infinite-loop=\"false\"   class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-content testimonial-content\">\n<div class=\"maybe-clear\"><\/div>\n<p>Loving staff, willingness to take advice, great playground, faith formation, security measures, classroom offerings, good classroom size, lunch Bunch, reasonably priced. It\u2019s all great!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial testimonial t-slide post-5886\">\n<div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-inner testimonial-inner\">\n<div data-infinite-loop=\"false\"   class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-content testimonial-content\">\n<div class=\"maybe-clear\"><\/div>\n<p>Miss Helen has done a great job of handling the girl drama and encouraging them to meet new friends within class.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial testimonial t-slide post-5891\">\n<div class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-inner testimonial-inner\">\n<div data-infinite-loop=\"false\"   class=\"wpmtst-testimonial-content testimonial-content\">\n<div class=\"maybe-clear\"><\/div>\n<p>I love the way you take care of our kids. I am never worried as I trust Miss Tina as if she is a close member of my family.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"166\" class=\"wp-image-5115\" src=\"https:\/\/stmaryofsorrow.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Screen-Shot-2017-08-24-at-11.53.25-PM-300x166.png\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stmaryofsorrows.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Screen-Shot-2017-08-24-at-11.53.25-PM-300x166.png 300w, https:\/\/stmaryofsorrows.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Screen-Shot-2017-08-24-at-11.53.25-PM.png 426w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>St. Mary\u2019s Preschool is a Diocesan school under the direction of the Office of Catholic Schools and the guidelines for the Virginia Catholic Education Association\u2019s early childhood programs. We are licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia and meet strict standards for health and safety. Our program interprets the general goals of early childhood education as being primarily the development of the whole child and we are committed to offering opportunities for balanced growth in all areas: social, emotional, cognitive, physical, creative, and spiritual. We are a ministry to young families, working closely with the parents as our partners in education, and provide a quality Catholic preschool program. We look to our parish community as our sponsors and benefactors to meet the needs of the community in a Christ-centered environment.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><strong>CATHOLIC EDUCATION<\/strong><br \/>A Catholic preschool develops a love of Jesus and knowledge of the presence of God in the lives of the children it serves. Foundations are laid in the Catholic faith as children experience positive interaction with Christian adult role models. We recognize each child as a unique gift from God. Our curriculum incorporates the liturgical calendar and monthly themes that include elements of religious education appropriate for preschoolers. All of our classes attend monthly adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and our 4-year-old classes attend Mass monthly.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><strong>PHILOSOPHY AND GOALS<\/strong><br \/>St. Mary\u2019s Preschool will give young children a wonderful opportunity to grow and explore. It will provide a loving, secure environment in which children will develop spiritually, physically, cognitively, and socially. Our goals are to provide healthy Catholic values, a positive self-image, and a spirit of sharing through a cooperative relationship with our preschool families. St. Mary\u2019s Preschool admits students of any race, color, national, or ethnic origin.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><strong>LEARNING THROUGH PLAY<\/strong><br \/>Play is the most developmentally appropriate and productive avenue for young children\u2019s learning. Play has all the characteristics of a complete educational process. It secures concentration for a great length of time. It develops initiative, imagination, and interest. There is complete emotional involvement. Play is inherently individual and has no pre-determined expectations. There can be no \u201cfailure\u201d in play. Each child is free to succeed at self-chosen tasks, and this success leads to feelings of competence, self-worth, and the willingness to try new things.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-af27481 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"af27481\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-4c742f8\" data-id=\"4c742f8\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-907bd72 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"907bd72\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>Religiously Exempt Child Day Centers &#8211; <\/strong>PUBLIC DISCLOSURE STATEMENT<br \/>The Code of Virginia, Section 63.2-1716, allows child day centers operated by religious institutions the<br \/>opportunity to file for an exemption from licensure by meeting documentation and other requirements<br \/>specified within the religious exemption law. The statements below have been prepared and distributed<br \/>to meet the requirements of the religious exemption law.<br \/>RELIGIOUS EXEMPTION<br \/>In compliance with the Code of Virginia, Section 63.2-1716, this Center is religiously exempt from<br \/>licensure and is classified as a \u201creligiously exempt child day center.\u201d<br \/>QUALIFICATIONS OF PERSONNEL<br \/>Director<br \/>\u25cf The Preschool at St. Mary\u2019s Preschool is a child-centered program that provides a joyful, enriching <br \/>experience for children. It nurtures the emotional, social, spiritual, and academic growth of children by <br \/>providing stimulating experiences in a loving, respectful environment.<br \/>\u25cf The Director is responsible for, and committed to, living out the spirit of this mission. Prior education<br \/>and experience in developing, organizing, implementing age-appropriate activities\/programs preferred.<br \/>Prior experience in religious instruction. Ability to oversee and assist a team of teachers to administer,<br \/>plan and evaluate instructional and other activities to promote developmentally appropriate learning<br \/>and activities. Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and other staff. Ability to manage <br \/>all aspects of administration, including human resource management, policy &amp; procedure development,<br \/>budgeting, and finances.<br \/>\u25cf Ability to establish and implement compliance with applicable certification standards.<br \/>\u25cf Possession of, or ability to, obtain valid First Aid CPR and MAT certification. Successfully pass a VA State criminal and DSS background check.<br \/>\u25cf Ability to perform a daily health screening of children as assigned.<br \/>\u25cf At least 18 years of age or older.<br \/>Lead Teacher<br \/>\u25cf Prior experience in developing, organizing, implementing age-appropriate activities\/programs<br \/>preferred.<br \/>\u25cf Prior experience in religious instruction.<br \/>\u25cf Ability to orchestrate activities which may include recreation, arts &amp; crafts, games, music, and age-<br \/>appropriate curriculum.<br \/>\u25cf Ability to direct and supervise teacher assistant in carrying out these activities.<br \/>\u25cf Ability to administer standards of discipline to ensure the safety and wellbeing of students.<br \/>\u25cf Ability to observe building, environmental, and cleanliness to ensure the safety of students.<br \/>\u25cf Ability to inspect assigned facilities for maintenance and report.<br \/>\u25cf Ability to communicate effectively with parents and\/or guardians concerning curriculum, schedules,<br \/>student&#8217;s behavior and needs, etc.<br \/>\u25cf Ability to communicate pertinent information, i.e. observations and incidents, to the Director for<br \/>appropriate follow-up.<br \/>\u25cf Possession of, or ability to, obtain valid First Aid\/CPR and MAT certification. Successfully pass a VA<br \/>State criminal and DSS background check.<br \/>\u25cf Ability to perform a daily health screening of children as assigned.<br \/>\u25cf At least 18 years of age or older.<br \/>Teacher\u2019s Assistant<br \/>\u25cf Under the direction of the Lead Teacher, help in the implementation of programs and activities which<br \/>may include recreation, arts &amp; Crafts, games, music, and age-appropriate curriculum.<br \/>\u25cf Prior religious instruction preferred.<br \/>\u25cf Ability to observe and report to the Lead Teacher any concerns, observations and incidents related to<br \/>standards of discipline.<br \/>\u25cf Ability to observe and report to the Lead Teacher any concerns related to the safety and wellbeing of<br \/>the students, including a clean and safe environment.<br \/>\u25cf Ability to communicate effectively with Lead Teacher regarding activities\/programs, schedules,<br \/>student&#8217;s behavior and needs, etc.<br \/>\u25cf Possession of, or ability to, obtain valid First Aid\/CPR certification. Successfully pass a VA State criminal <br \/>and DSS background check.<br \/>Description of Facilities<br \/>The program is located at: 5222 Sideburn Road, Fairfax, VA 22032<br \/>include:<br \/>\u25cf classroom spaces<br \/>\u25cf multipurpose indoor space<br \/>\u25cf Church<br \/>\u25cf Playground<br \/>\u25cf Play equipment includes sporting goods and playground contents, e.g. swings, slides, sandbox etc.<br \/>Enrollment Capacity<br \/>The maximum number of children that the Preschool Program will enroll is 54; following the ratio of 10<br \/>children per adult employee. (Must be 18 years of older) for children ages 3 to 5 and ratio of 8 children<br \/>per adult employee for children ages 2 \u00bd to 3. This figure is dictated by the local building inspector.<br \/>Food Service<br \/>The Preschool program offers morning snack per Health Department guidelines.<br \/>Health Requirements for Staff<br \/>Staff employed for the Preschool Program must be certified by a practicing physician<br \/>to be free from any disability which would prevent them from caring for children. 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