PEP is a private, non-profit school sponsored by the Community Presbyterian Church, which welcomes all children without reference to race, religion, color, national origin, or ancestry. Our curriculum is based on Christian principles. All children receive equal treatment and access to the school’s services. PEP is licensed by the Department of Social Services of the State of California and must comply with its standards. The administrative office and classrooms are in the Main Building of the Community Presbyterian Church located at 425 Hemlock St. in Vacaville, California.

HISTORY

PEP School was founded in 1969 to offer a preschool experience to children of church members. The school began with one teacher and 8-10 children meeting in small room of the church. Over the past 52 years our school expanded to our present facility. Approximately 64 children are enrolled each year in PEP School.

The main focus of our present dedicated staff is to provide a nurturing environment to each child who enters our doors.

GOALS

The goals of the Presbyterian Enrichment Preschool are to help children in the process of discovering their full potential to feel confidence in themselves as developing individuals, and to provide experiences leading to an awareness of the talents given to them by God by exploring the world around them. Each child is an active participant in his or her own growth and development. Learning takes place naturally, emerging slowly, as each new experience enriches and broadens your child's view of the world around us. We believe play is an essential component to the growth of the child so, not only do we provide many opportunities for your child to experience success, build confidence, and develop a strong sense of self-worth, we also provide ample time for children to play. Each child needs time to play because it is through play he or she will learn to ask questions and discover answers. Self-initiated play helps each child make sense of his or her world, it provides emotional relief and understanding, and fosters social development. Most importantly, play is just plain fun!

OUR STAFF

The director and teachers are all experienced and qualified in Early Childhood Education and prepared to provide a responsive learning environment to meet the daily needs and varied interests of each child. PEP also, at times, has student teachers working in the classroom from local colleges. We are continually updating our curriculum by attending workshops and conferences for preschool teachers and administrators.

Dear Parents,

Open registration for our Fall 2024 classes and 2024 summer school is scheduled for Wednesday, March 6. Registration will start at 8:30am. 

ALL REGISTRATION IS ON A FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVE BASIS. One representative per family may register. No multiple registrations unless children are from the same family (i.e., siblings). Also, we request spaces in line not be saved. You must register in the same order as your arrival. 

On March 6, we will start at 8:30am at the Social Hall window. You will be given a registration number as well as the proper registration card(s) to complete. Information needed to complete the registration card is: Child’s name, date of birth, parent name(s), address, home and work telephone numbers, email address and one emergency contact name and telephone number. Registration numbers will be called in numerical order for processing your completed registration card(s). 

Please be prepared to pay the non-refundable registration fee of $100.00 (cash or checks only, no cards). Upon registering for the 2024/2025 school year, your child will receive a PEP T-shirt and registration packet. This registration packet must be completed and returned to PEP by April 8. 

PEP School tuition is due on the 15th of the month prior to your child’s enrollment. Ex: September tuition is due August 15, October tuition is due September 15, etc. A $10 late fee will be charged for tuition received after the 15th of each month. If we have not received payment by the 25th of each month, your child's place will be offered to others on our waiting list. 

Tuition for our two-day morning program is $255.00 per month. This class meets Tuesday and Thursday. Class time is 9:00 to 11:30am. Children must be 3 years old by December 2, 2024 to enroll in this class. 

Tuition for our three-day morning program class is $325.00 per month. This class meets Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Class time is 8:30am to 11:30am. Children must be 4 years old by December 2, 2024 to enroll in this class. 

Registration Requirements: Children must be toilet trained, PULL-UPS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE. If you register for Summer School and the Regular School Year 2024/2025, you may submit one check for both fees, payable to CPC (Community Presbyterian Church). 

PEP Lunch Bunch

PEP is pleased to offer an extended day for approximately 12 students per day. PEP Lunch Bunch is held in the PEP classroom and on the PEP playground from 11:30am to 1:00pm, Monday through Friday. Children enrolled in the class that day will have the opportunity to enroll for PEP Lunch bunch for $60 per month for 1 day per week. MWF students may enroll for up to 3 days and Tu/Th students may enroll for up to 2 days. 

You may enroll your child for Lunch Bunch at registration. Lunch Bunch registration fee is $15. 

PEP 2024 Summer School Schedule/Tuition/Registration Fee*

June Session:  June 4 - 27   9:00am to 11:30am   Tuition is due May 15

July Session:   July 2 - 25     9:00am to 11:30am   Tuition is due July 2

Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday Tuition:  $325.00 per session/Registration fee: $30

Tuesday/Thursday Tuition:                        $255.00 per session/Registration fee: $15

Wednesday only Tuition:                           $180.00 per session/Registration fee: $15

*Registration fees are non-refundable. 

Summer school will combine 3, 4 and 5 year olds. Children must be three years old by December 2, to register for summer school and can attend until they are in Kindergarten. Summer school is less structured and geared to more science and outdoor activities. Please consider summer school for new enrollees. Summer school is an excellent introduction to PEP School for those children who will be attending in the fall for the first time. Summer school helps a child adapt to the new environment and better prepares them for their new PEP experiences. Please register for Summer School on your registration day. 

If you have any questions regarding PEP School registration, please contact me or Renee Inman, PEP Director, at (707) 448-1626.  For a printable copy of this information, click here.

Sincerely,

Mary Lou Gantt,  PEP Administrative Assistant