About Us
Since first opening its doors November 7, 2005, Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Preschool has provided children with a developmental early-childhood growth and learning program facilitated by the Archdiocese of Atlanta’s Office of Parish-Based Early Childhood Programs. Our program adheres to the excellent standards established by AdvancEd/Cognia, as well as the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (Bright from the Start).
The Preschool children’s days are filled with engaging learning experiences provided in an environment of love, nurture, safety, discovery and social interaction. Children touch, listen, experiment, discuss and interact as they discover the world around them through directed and free-choice play in the areas of social studies, math, science, emergent literacy, music, art and outdoor play. Small class sizes ensure the highest quality environment for all of our preschool children.
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As a Catholic Preschool, each child will become aware of the many gifts God has provided to each of us. Experiencing God’s love through family, nature and a sense of self, teaches our children respect for themselves and love of others and Jesus Christ. It is the belief of OLA Church and Preschool that we are in partnership with parents as our young children begin their education through social, developmental and spiritual growth.
Goals & Philosophy
Our Lady of the Assumption Preschool seeks:
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To provide all children with a developmentally appropriate experience of the Catholic faith.
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To provide each child with a healthy, safe, secure, and loving environment filled with positive guidance, nurturing, and attention.
To provide experiences fostering the development of language and literacy.
To provide cognitive learning with experiences in the areas of math, science, social studies, and the arts through developmentally appropriate activities and practices.
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To provide the opportunity to to teach children awareness, love, and respect for people of all abilities, nationalities, and cultural backgrounds.
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To provide the opportunity for children to learn to appreciate and nurture the environment and natural resources in our world.
To encourage individual responsibility for oneself through socialization and the opportunity to succeed as a member of a group.
To provide a play-based atmosphere where children's choices direct their activities, maximizing the positive interaction and minimizing the need for re-direction.
