FAQ
General Questions
General questions for parents looking to enroll their child(ren) in RockFish Church Preschool.
Is there a discount available?
Discounts are available for families with multiple children enrolled at our school.
How do I pay my tuition?
Payment invoices will be sent by email on the 1st of each month.
Online payments can be made using the links provided in the invoice. Transaction fees are associated with all credit and debit card payments.
You can also pay via check made payable to RockFish Church with your child’s name listed on the memo line.
Payments can be sent by mail, or paid in person in the church administrative office during the business hours of Monday – Thursday 9AM-2PM.
Are there flexible options?
Yes, full-time and part-time options are available.
Full-time Monday – Thursday 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. for $275 monthly.
Part-time Monday / Wednesday or Tuesday / Thursday 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. for $140 monthly
Can I pay weekly or bi-weekly? Monthly?
Payment options can be discussed with our finance department. We are here to work with you.
What is the cutoff time for dropping my child off?
Our teachers are preparing their classrooms for school and will be happy to greet your child at 8:25. School begins at 8:30. If you plan to arrive outside of the typical “drop off” time please text/call the designated person within your child’s class with an update of your child’s arrival.
What if I am running late picking up my child?
We ask that you contact the office or designated person within your child’s class as soon as possible. Situations do arise….Pick up time is 12:00PM. After 12:05PM, a $5 late charge is incurred and $10 for each additional 10 minutes. Late charges are to be paid by the 1st of the following month or your child will not be able to attend preschool.
I have a three year old and would like for my child to attend school. Does my child have to be potty trained?
Yes. All three and four year olds must be potty trained to attend school.
Do you celebrate birthdays/holidays and are we able to bring home made treats for “special events”?
Celebrating your child is important to us at RockFish Church Preschool as well as celebrating the holidays. We ask that you coordinate with your child’s teacher(s) as well as the site coordinator in advance.
Does my child need to be immunized?
Yes. Up-to-date immunizations are required.
What will my child learn?
Children will remain active throughout the school day. We believe children learn best through active play, therefore, instructional time at the table will be limited and with a specific learning goal in mind. Children will spend a minimum of 30 minutes outside for play.
STEM experiments are conducted regularly within our classroom to instill in children a natural curiosity for science, technology, engineering and math skills, within a quality learning environment.
How much time are they going to have to sit to learn?
Children will remain active throughout the school day. We believe children learn best through active play, therefore, instructional time at the table will be limited and with a specific learning goal in mind. Children will spend a minimum of 30 minutes outside for play.
My family is military. If I come down on orders and must leave midyear am I financially obligated to pay through the end of school year?
In consideration of families with active duty military or other mobile careers, please provide the following:
Two weeks written notice is required if a child is withdrawing from the Preschool program. A Notice of Intent to Withdraw form is available from the Preschool Director’s office. If written notice is not received, parents/guardians are still required to make tuition payments.
Does the school run on an independent calendar?
RockFish Church Preschool in Raeford site will follow the Hoke County School Traditional Calendar.
This will also include holidays, school closures due to inclement weather and emergency closing.
Does the school provide snack or does the parent? If the parent provides the snack, what do you suggest I pack for my child’s snack?
Snack time is a wonderful time for children to talk, laugh and build a strong bond of friendship. Parents provide snacks for their children. With that stated, some parents provide a full lunch with a sandwich and snack, other children bring Lunchables, fruit, granola bars, chips. We do ask in addition to your child bringing food to eat, there also be a water bottle or juice provided.
Ready To Get Started?
Complete our online application for enrollment. Note that completing the application does not necessarily guarantee acceptance into the Preschool program.
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