Fort Mill Prep and Cooperative Preschool serves Infants and Toddlers- Preschoolers and Kindergarten age children.FMPS also has a after school program and Summer Camp. Currently FMPS is the only AA level school in Fort Mill, South Carolina. For More information about AA level Schools see: abcqualitycare.org. We offer a well organized preschool program for the whole child that meets the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual needs of our students. We provide a positive approach to learning through play and hands on experience. Fort Mill Prep Preschool has been serving the community in Fort Mill, South Carolina for over 10 years.
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FMPS Teachers are SC State Certified Early Childhood Educators or have a degree in Early Childhood. Each classroom has a teacher board where we display the educational certificates and degrees of our teachers. We have a very diverse staff which includes teachers from different countries and teachers who have many years of experience as both mother and teacher. We work with SC first steps Babynet and SCPITC South Carolina program for infant and toddler care.
Fort Mill Preparatory Cooperative Preschool is a non profit Pre-school influenced by parents,parent-teachers, and the Director.With parents making choices about the program, the first priority is to create an environment where our children will thrive, become prepared for school, and enjoy school in a safe and nurturing environment. The school has involvement by working parents, for working families, so school policies are designed to make life easier for families. Our Goal is to have the best Preschool in the York County Area. The parents at FMPS Preschool all join together to make sure that their child has the very best in Early Learning and that they make choices for their child. Its more than a Preschool. Its a Community!
Great student/teacher ratio
Daily, homemade breakfast, hot lunch, and snacks included for no extra charge.
Children may start before they are potty trained and training is part of the curriculum.
Children have active time with an indoor gym and outdoor play area.
Parent-teachers receive $6 per hour towards tuition
The school is fully licensed by the State. We have been evaluated by the State (Advocates for Better Childcare) as one of the Top Level Preschools for the State of South Carolina.
The two-year old class creates a loving and fun atmosphere to encourage each child to develop self-confidence and independence while developing an appreciation of literature, music, drama, nursery rhymes, art, and more.
In the 3 year-old class we provide many activities to insure each childs social and emotional growth is a healthy one. Each activity is carefully prepared by the teachers. The children like to be actively involved so when implementing the curriculum, FMPS Preschool considered the children's interests first.
4's & 5's Kindergarten Readiness Program
Our Kindergarten Readiness Program provides an excellent opportunity for each child to express himself or herself in a fun and caring environment while learning the skills and gaining the knowledge for kindergarten preparedness. This class also teaches Christian values and is incorporated into the daily schedule.FMPS teaches the first and second semester of kindergarten in this class.Explorers After school Program/Summer Camp
This program provides a structured and planned after school opportunity. A student receives homework help, nutritional snack and is a great opportunity to make friends and play together.
Attending a high-quality program like Fort Mill Prep prepares children for kindergarten and beyond. In addition to strengthening socialization skills, how to compromise, be respectful of others, and problem solve. Our preschool provides a place where your child can gain a sense of self, explore, play with peers, and build confidence. This year we have opened an infant and one year old program. Also starting at age 2, Fort Mill Prep offers early-childhood educational classes for children up to 5 years of age. For 5 years and older, Fort Mill Prep also offers an exceptional after school program as well an exciting and involving summer camp program.
Children who attend high-quality preschool enter kindergarten with better pre-reading skills, richer vocabularies, and stronger basic math skills than those who do not, says NIEER director W. Steven Barnett, PhD.