Frequently Asked Questions
History and Location
- MNS began in 1981 by a group of dedicated parents desiring quality early childhood education for their children. In 2018 MNS relocated to West Central Elementary School. We have our own secure entrance, phone number, and private in-class bathroom with access to all of West Central’s amenities.
- This will be our 44th school year providing quality early childhood education as a parent-driven preschool program.
Does my child qualify for your program?
- Children who are 3 years old on or before August 1st of the year of the enrollment are eligible to enroll in the 3 year old class.
- Children who are 4 years old on or before August 1st of the year of the enrollment are eligible to enroll in either of the 4 year old class options. Any child who is NOT 6 years old by August 1st of the year of enrollment are eligible to enroll in either pre-kindergarten class options.
- All students must be able to use the restroom independently before the school year begins. Pull ups are not allowed in the classroom.
What are the schedule options?
- 3 year old half day: Tue/Thu (8-11:30 am)
- 3 & 4 year old full day: Tue/Thu 8:00am -3:00pm
- 4 & 5 year old half day: Mon/Wed/Fri (8-11:30 am)
- 4 & 5 year old full day: Mon/Wed/Fri 8:00am-3:00pm
- We are located in the eastern time zone
- We follow the West Central School Corporation academic calendar
How much does it cost to send my child?
- 3 year old half day: $90/month
- 4 year old half day: $130/month
- 3 year old and 4 year old Tue/Thu full day: $185/month
- 4 year old Mon/Wed/Fri full day: $240/month
- A one-time registration fee of $50 must be paid at registration to guarantee a spot. - Tuition is prorated throughout the year and is due August-May by the 1st of each month.
What does monthly tuition cover?
- Curriculum-based instruction and activities emphasizing kindergarten readiness
- Access to West Central amenities, such as on-site speech and other services, library access, and more
- Healthy snacks and milk every day
- Classroom and individual student supplies for the year and a MNS t-shirt
- A highly-qualified teacher and teaching assistant in all classes
- Parent/teacher conferences and standardized assessments 3x per year to ensure readiness.
- Special events: Class Parties and Events, Family Engagement Events, and Community Events
- Operating Budget for Medaryville Nursery School
What are the differences in the classes?
- Below is a chart that shows a synapsis of what students receive within each class setting. There are many other academic activities students receive throughout the school year but this shows the basics. Every parent has a different plan for their child. Some parents send their child for one year of preschool whereas others have a 2 or 3 year plan. Our classes are designed to accommodate all the different needs of our students. If you have a question about what class is the best fit for your child feel free to have a conversation with our classroom teacher.
Plan suggestions:
1yr plan: Panda Bear Class (MWF Full Day) once your child is 4 years old.
2 yr plan: Teddy Bear Class (3yr old ½ Day 2x/week) followed by Panda Bear Class (MWF Full Day)
3yr plan: Teddy Bear Class, Polar Bear Class, then Panda Bear Class
- MNS began in 1981 by a group of dedicated parents desiring quality early childhood education for their children. In 2018 MNS relocated to West Central Elementary School. We have our own secure entrance, phone number, and private in-class bathroom with access to all of West Central’s amenities.
- This will be our 44th school year providing quality early childhood education as a parent-driven preschool program.
Does my child qualify for your program?
- Children who are 3 years old on or before August 1st of the year of the enrollment are eligible to enroll in the 3 year old class.
- Children who are 4 years old on or before August 1st of the year of the enrollment are eligible to enroll in either of the 4 year old class options. Any child who is NOT 6 years old by August 1st of the year of enrollment are eligible to enroll in either pre-kindergarten class options.
- All students must be able to use the restroom independently before the school year begins. Pull ups are not allowed in the classroom.
What are the schedule options?
- 3 year old half day: Tue/Thu (8-11:30 am)
- 3 & 4 year old full day: Tue/Thu 8:00am -3:00pm
- 4 & 5 year old half day: Mon/Wed/Fri (8-11:30 am)
- 4 & 5 year old full day: Mon/Wed/Fri 8:00am-3:00pm
- We are located in the eastern time zone
- We follow the West Central School Corporation academic calendar
How much does it cost to send my child?
- 3 year old half day: $90/month
- 4 year old half day: $130/month
- 3 year old and 4 year old Tue/Thu full day: $185/month
- 4 year old Mon/Wed/Fri full day: $240/month
- A one-time registration fee of $50 must be paid at registration to guarantee a spot. - Tuition is prorated throughout the year and is due August-May by the 1st of each month.
What does monthly tuition cover?
- Curriculum-based instruction and activities emphasizing kindergarten readiness
- Access to West Central amenities, such as on-site speech and other services, library access, and more
- Healthy snacks and milk every day
- Classroom and individual student supplies for the year and a MNS t-shirt
- A highly-qualified teacher and teaching assistant in all classes
- Parent/teacher conferences and standardized assessments 3x per year to ensure readiness.
- Special events: Class Parties and Events, Family Engagement Events, and Community Events
- Operating Budget for Medaryville Nursery School
What are the differences in the classes?
- Below is a chart that shows a synapsis of what students receive within each class setting. There are many other academic activities students receive throughout the school year but this shows the basics. Every parent has a different plan for their child. Some parents send their child for one year of preschool whereas others have a 2 or 3 year plan. Our classes are designed to accommodate all the different needs of our students. If you have a question about what class is the best fit for your child feel free to have a conversation with our classroom teacher.
Plan suggestions:
1yr plan: Panda Bear Class (MWF Full Day) once your child is 4 years old.
2 yr plan: Teddy Bear Class (3yr old ½ Day 2x/week) followed by Panda Bear Class (MWF Full Day)
3yr plan: Teddy Bear Class, Polar Bear Class, then Panda Bear Class
Do you provide transportation?
- MNS does not provide transportation. Families are responsible for dropping off and picking up their children. Starting and ending times coincide with West Central for your convenience.
Do children eat lunch and snacks at school?
- Healthy snacks and milk are provided by MNS to all students each day.
- Full day students eat lunch in the classroom on a daily basis however they are required to bring their own lunch.
How can I get help with tuition?
- We offer a $25 discount for paid in full tuition (n/a to scholarship applicants).
- We offer a $25 discount for multiple children enrolled at once (n/a if both students applied for a scholarship).
- Families of 4 year olds are encouraged to apply for the MNS Scholarship Fund. Awards are not guaranteed, but everyone is eligible to apply.
- Tuition is a tax-deductible expense. Consult your tax professional for details.
Is there anything additional I should expect?
- School pictures take place in the fall. Families are responsible for purchasing photos if they choose.
- Students participate in the parade at the Medaryville Potato Fest the 3rd Saturday of August.
- We participate in a fundraising event for the school at the Francesville Fall Festival the 3rd Saturday in September. Traditionally, we have always hosted the pancake breakfast Saturday morning. Parents who receive scholarships are required to volunteer during this fundraiser. Participation for everyone else is strongly encouraged but not required.
- Students ride in the parade during the Francesville Fall Festival the 3rd Saturday in September. Parents/Guardians may ride as well. This is not required.
- Students are asked to sell Otis Spunkmeyer cookies and more for a fall/winter fundraiser. Participation is strongly encouraged but not required.
- Students will bring home Scholastic book information. Purchases are welcome but not required. Students also participate in the WC Scholastic Book Fairs each year. Purchases are not required.
- Volunteer opportunities for parents/guardians will be available during the school year for special events and field trips. This is not required.
- A direct donation is a tax-deductible option that would be a blessing to our program but not expected.
What curriculum does your program use?
- Zoo-phonics® and Heggerty language arts
- Second Step® Social Emotional Learning curriculum
-Heggerty Phonemic Awareness
- MNS teachers also provide enrichment activities outside of planned curriculum in the areas of math, social studies, and science, and the arts
- MNS teachers collaborate with West Central staff to ensure a smooth transition into Kindergarten
How do I register?
- Registration takes place online in March
- The application link can be found on our website, Facebook, or requested by email
- Registration operates on a first come first serve basis. A waitlist will be started after classes are full
- Application forms will be accepted any time during the school year, but space is not guaranteed
- A registration fee of $50 must be paid to guarantee a spot in the program
Can I schedule a tour?
- Tours may be scheduled by emailing [email protected]
- MNS does not provide transportation. Families are responsible for dropping off and picking up their children. Starting and ending times coincide with West Central for your convenience.
Do children eat lunch and snacks at school?
- Healthy snacks and milk are provided by MNS to all students each day.
- Full day students eat lunch in the classroom on a daily basis however they are required to bring their own lunch.
How can I get help with tuition?
- We offer a $25 discount for paid in full tuition (n/a to scholarship applicants).
- We offer a $25 discount for multiple children enrolled at once (n/a if both students applied for a scholarship).
- Families of 4 year olds are encouraged to apply for the MNS Scholarship Fund. Awards are not guaranteed, but everyone is eligible to apply.
- Tuition is a tax-deductible expense. Consult your tax professional for details.
Is there anything additional I should expect?
- School pictures take place in the fall. Families are responsible for purchasing photos if they choose.
- Students participate in the parade at the Medaryville Potato Fest the 3rd Saturday of August.
- We participate in a fundraising event for the school at the Francesville Fall Festival the 3rd Saturday in September. Traditionally, we have always hosted the pancake breakfast Saturday morning. Parents who receive scholarships are required to volunteer during this fundraiser. Participation for everyone else is strongly encouraged but not required.
- Students ride in the parade during the Francesville Fall Festival the 3rd Saturday in September. Parents/Guardians may ride as well. This is not required.
- Students are asked to sell Otis Spunkmeyer cookies and more for a fall/winter fundraiser. Participation is strongly encouraged but not required.
- Students will bring home Scholastic book information. Purchases are welcome but not required. Students also participate in the WC Scholastic Book Fairs each year. Purchases are not required.
- Volunteer opportunities for parents/guardians will be available during the school year for special events and field trips. This is not required.
- A direct donation is a tax-deductible option that would be a blessing to our program but not expected.
What curriculum does your program use?
- Zoo-phonics® and Heggerty language arts
- Second Step® Social Emotional Learning curriculum
-Heggerty Phonemic Awareness
- MNS teachers also provide enrichment activities outside of planned curriculum in the areas of math, social studies, and science, and the arts
- MNS teachers collaborate with West Central staff to ensure a smooth transition into Kindergarten
How do I register?
- Registration takes place online in March
- The application link can be found on our website, Facebook, or requested by email
- Registration operates on a first come first serve basis. A waitlist will be started after classes are full
- Application forms will be accepted any time during the school year, but space is not guaranteed
- A registration fee of $50 must be paid to guarantee a spot in the program
Can I schedule a tour?
- Tours may be scheduled by emailing [email protected]
