Preschool Info
Philosophy
In our preschool, we believe that hands are key to learning, so we create a classroom where children can explore and grow. Kids choose from a range of thoughtfully prepared materials in areas like Math & Science, Language & Alphabetic Principles, Sensory & Motor Skills, Arts & Crafts, and Practical Life Skills.
Program Detail
At DCP's Preschool program, we believe play is the foundation of learning. Through hands-on exploration, children build relationships, practice self-regulation, and discover early literacy, math, and creativity in meaningful ways. Rather than worksheets, children learn by doing in an environment where their ideas and experiences guide their growth.
Enrollment
Children ages 3-4 can attend as few as one day or as many as 3 days a week. Enrollment is limited to 16 children per session, and children must be 3 years old by August 1st and potty-trained to join our Preschool classes.
Our program runs for 32 weeks during the school year from September to May, with breaks for Fall, Winter, and Spring holidays, aligning with the Delaware City Schools calendar. We do not offer wraparound or summer care. Because DCP does not have rolling enrollment, we do not accept new registrations after early October to keep our classes consistent and cohesive. DCP does not have a provider agreement with Publicly Funded Child Care (PFCC).
Take a peek into our play based activities in the classroom
Preschool Staff
