Children Served

Open Arms Christian Preschool admits children 2 years 9 months to 5 years of age. 
We do not discriminate in providing services to children and their families on the basis of race, religion, cultural heritage, political beliefs, national origin, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation. Toilet training status is not an eligibility requirement for enrollment.

Programs

Open Arms Christian Preschool offers the following programs:

Preschool 3's Tuesday & Thursday with 3, 4, or 5 day options
Preschool 4's Monday, Wednesday, and Friday with 4 or 5 day options
Pre-Kindergarten Monday through Friday
Stay and Play Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
Early Drop Off at 8:30 AM daily
Call 781-271-1148 for current tuition rates

School Hours and School Year

9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Stay and Play hours are 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Our school year starts on the Monday after Labor Day and closes the end of May. We follow the Bedford Public School calendar for closings due to holidays and vacations. If Bedford is closed or has a delayed opening due to inclement weather, Open Arms will be closed.

Daily Schedule

The daily schedule at Open Arms Christian Preschool will include:

     Free Play,  Bible Lessons, Rest/Snack, Group Time (songs, games, music), 

     Art Projects, Gross Motor Play (playground or indoors) , Story Time/Music

Some beginning academics will be provided to the Preschool 4's. 

Pre-Kindergarten will be center-oriented.

 

 

Registration

The registration process at Open Arms Christian Preschool includes submitting a registration form, and paying a $75 non-refundable registration fee for one child or $100 non-refundable registration fee per family with more than one child enrolled. After the form is processed, an agreement and a one-month, non-refundable tuition deposit will be due. For current tuition rates, please call the school at 781-271-1148.

New students and parents will visit prior to the start of school to get acquainted with the staff and become familiar with the class room. 
OACP Registration Forms

Staff

All teachers and assistants at Open Arms Christian Preschool meet Department of Early Education and Care requirements.

Parental Involvement

Positive and productive parent-teacher relationships are fostered through direct contact, progress reports, parent conferences, parent get-togethers, and monthly newsletters. Parents are always welcome.

Background

Open Arms Christian Preschool is licensed by the Department of Early Education and Care and is governed by a Board of Directors appointed by the Church Council of the Lutheran Church of The Savior, Bedford, Mass.