PROGRAMS
Welcome Home!
The Day School staff strives each day to provide a positive supplement to the home so the child:
Grows in self-awareness and discovers that group experiences are gratifying
Finds and accepts love and care from adults other than parents
Matures in an awareness of God
Achieves a sense of belonging in the school environment
Our program activities are specifically designed to affirm each child’s self-worth through:
Development of unique skills and talents
Enhancement of social development
Preparation for success in kindergarten
The established Goals, Policies and Budgets of Aldersgate Day School are determined by the Board of Weekday Education. This board is responsible, in turn, to the Administrative Board of Aldersgate United Methodist Church. The Weekday Education Program provides classes for children ages one to five and is offered as an outreach ministry of the church. Teachers are selected for their ability to relate to small children as well as for their training and experience. All staff are hired in strict adherence with Virginia State licensure standards.
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Toddler I
Toddler I is for children who will turn one year old by October 1st.
A child can be enrolled two days (T/Th) or three days (MWF) per week 9am-noon; however, these enrollment days should be regularly attended, this is not a “drop-in” program.
Guided, pressurefree, developmentally appropriate learning occurs during informal, relatively unstructured activities. Activities vary from day to day based upon the age and readiness of the children. The class enjoys weekly music class and daily indoor and outdoor play. Two teachers provide quality care for up to eight children in a warm, loving environment.
Tuition 3 days: $400/month
Tuition 2 days: $280/month -
Toddler II + Pre-Threes
These programs are for children 24-30 months and 30-36 months respectively on October 1st.
They are divided into two classes by age. In either class, a child can be enrolled either two days (T/Th) or three days (MWF) per week 9am-noon.
Guided, pressure-free, developmentally appropriate learning occurs during informal, relatively unstructured activities. Both Toddler II and Pre-Threes classes have weekly music classes and enjoy indoor and outdoor play time. Enrollment includes ten to twelve children and a dedicated team of two teachers.
Tuition 3 days: $400/month
Tuition 2 days: $280/month -
Three-Year Old Classes
These classes are offered to children who will be three years old by October 1st.
All Three-year old classes are 9am-noon:
• Tuesday and Thursday
• Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
• Five daysEach day includes indoor small group and center time, dramatic play, and indoor or outdoor playground time. Show and tell and sharing times are incorporated into the schedule to help in developing oral expression and listening skills. Classes attend regular specials including Music & Movement, Chapel & Science Lab. Field trips occur as part of specific instructional units and special events. Gross motor, fine motor, and other developmental activities are stressed. Classes include up to fourteen children and a team of two teachers.
Tuition 5 days: $500/month
Tuition 3 days: $335/month
Tuition 2 days: $275/month -
Four-Year Olds
Fours classes are offered to children who will be four years old by October 1st.
Four-year old classes offered are:
• Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays: 9am-noon
• Five days: 9am – noon
• Five days: 9am – 2pmEach day includes indoor small group and center time, dramatic play, and indoor or outdoor playground time. Show and tell and sharing are incorporated into the schedule to help in developing oral expression and listening skills. Four-year olds attend regular specials including Music & Movement, Art on a Cart, Chapel & Science Lab. Field trips occur as part of specific instructional units and special events. While the primary goal is socialization, low-key academic concepts are introduced and integrated into classroom activities. Enrollment includes up to fourteen children and a dedicated team of two teachers.
Tuition 3 days: $335/month
Tuition 5 days / 3hr: $500
Tuition 5 days / 5hr: $800 -
Junior Kindergarten
Junior Kindergarten is offered to children who will turn five in late summer or early fall.
The Junior Kindergarten class is five days per week from 9am–2pm.
In a semi-structured setting, children work on early academic skills as they stay busy creating, playing, and developing the social skills necessary for kindergarten. Classes attend regular specials including: Music & Movement, Art on a Cart, Chapel, Science Lab & Fun Fitness Friday (P.E.). Field trips occur as part of specific instructional units and special events. This class includes up to twelve children and a dedicated team of two teachers.
Tuition: $800/month -
Kindergarten
Kindergarten is offered to children who are five by October 1st.
Kindergarten is five days a week from 9am-3pm.
Our small class setting creates a creative, personalized educational experience that teaches a full curriculum aligned with Fairfax County Public Schools and state guidelines. We focus on social, emotional, physical and intellectual development. Children are involved in daily learning experiences including reading, writing, speaking, mathematics, social sciences, science, technology, health, music, movement, and art. Classes attend regular specials including: Music & Movement, Art on a Cart, Chapel, Science Lab & Fun Fitness Friday (P.E.). Field trips occur as part of specific instructional units and special events. Taught by qualified, caring, and experienced teachers. Enrollment includes up to twelve children and a dedicated team of two teachers.
Tuition: $10,125/year
Lunch Bunch + Extended Daycare
After school care is offered for up to 20 children per day and is available till 1:00 or 2:00. Cost is $10 per hour. Children under two may be eligible for extended day beginning in January of the school year with Director & teacher approval. Your child must be registered in advance.
For more details and to sign up contact the Day School Office.
PARENT LOVE
“We moved mid-year and were so grateful for the warm welcome we received from everyone at Aldersgate Day School. From the very beginning, the teachers, office staff, and church staff made us feel right at home. Our son quickly settled in and looks forward to going each day. He especially loves music time and playing on the playground with his new friends. We truly appreciate the caring, nurturing environment and are so thankful to be part of this wonderful school community!”
Frequently Asked Questions
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Newcomer Registration opens the first school day in January and is exclusively for families NOT currently or previously enrolled in the Day School, nor members of Aldersgate United Methodist Church. Newcomers should complete a new family waitlist application and submit a $10 wait list fee (to be applied toward registration fee if placed).
Returning Registration for current and former Day School families and members of Aldersgate church begins midJanuary. A non-refundable registration fee of $100 is due at time of registration.
Enrollment Process (usually completed by mid-February) will be based upon the following order of priority:
Returning Day School children and children of Aldersgate Church members;
Siblings of current or former Day School students;
Children from the waitlist (based upon application date/time)
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The Brightwheel app allows us to optimize our time with your children while keeping you informed. With the app, we can let parents know what their children are doing while at school (playing, learning, creating and growing). Updates may include photos and videos so parents can be a part of their child’s school day. Confidentiality is a priority; photos and communications are not visible to others. Once enrolled, parents are invited to join their child’s Brightwheel profile. Brightwheel allows us to manage communications, billing, attendance and more and tackle it all seamlessly without detracting us from our students. At Aldersgate Day School open communication between staff and parents is extremely important and is the ultimate reason we use Brightwheel.
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The first tuition payment (Advanced Tuition Payment) must be submitted no later than May 15th. This payment serves as payment number 1 of 9 for the school year. Withdrawal after June 15 results in a non-refund of the Advanced Tuition Payment. Families registering after June 15 are required to submit a non-refundable Registration Fee and non-refundable Advanced Tuition Payment with the Registration Form in order to reserve a space in the Day School. Tuition payments 2 through 9 (September through April) are due no later than the 15th of each month, beginning September 15th . * Kindergarten follows alternate payment plan. Ask for details.
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Our calendar includes approximately 157-158 class days between Labor Day and Memorial Day. Although the Day School calendar closely follows Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS), there are some days we are open and FCPS is closed and vice versa. Please refer to the official calendar on our website. Aldersgate Day School follows Fairfax County Public School for weather related closings. If FCPS is closed, the Day School is closed If FCPS is delayed, the Day School opens at 10am and closes as usual.
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Aldersgate Day School is fully licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia and Virginia Department of Education. We do not take the religious exemption; this means we are regularly inspected by onsite licensure agents
Aldersgate Day School is a non-discriminatory organization. Children of all races and creeds are eligible for admission.