Child Development Center.
Our Staff
At Berea Friendship we are proud to say that the majority of our staff has been with us for several years. Our center is registered by the South Carolina Department of Social Services. All teachers and staff have a background check through SLED and are CPR/First Aid trained. Everyone takes Continual education to keep up with the new changes. We also exceed state licensing for teacher/child ratios. The teachers and church Pastor expand our program by planning Christian activities and experiences to enhance the physical, emotional, and intellectual development of your child.
Our Mission
To give to all children who enter here our Christian love, by providing nurturing, safe, stimulating care. The well-being and education of every child is our goal as we serve God through serving others.
Our Program Offers
Weekly - Monday through Friday 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Part-time Weekly - Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Daily - Half Day or Full Day - 6 weeks to 24 month infant care - 2, 3, and 4 year Kindergarten
Summer Program to age 10
Fees Include
Hot Lunches - Snacks (a.m. and p.m.)
All Materials, Curriculum, Computers
Monthly Menus - Afternoon Activities
Daily Devotions and Chapel Every Thursday with the Pastor
Curriculum
Our school curriculum ensures that children are prepared for school, both academically and socially. It provides a consistent learning environment that covers similar themes during the same month, promoting unity throughout the center, reinforcing learning. The curriculum for our children consists of the following areas: Language - Daily Devotional - Movement - Art/Creativity - Science - Health - Pre-Math Skills - Music - Safety - Diversity
Notes
Annual Registration Fee
We are closed all major holidays.
If weather is severe. We follow Greenville County School late openings and closings.
Individual mats are provided for nap time. Please provide blanket, pillow and one stuffed animal for the comfort of your child.
We encourage parental involvement. Please speak with your child’s teacher to arrange visits.
Children should be dressed for the day’s activities when they arrive. We require a complete change of clothes be kept at our facility in case of spills or accidents. All clothing and other items sent to school should be labeled with your child’s name.
Classes are kept to a low student-teacher ratio and often fill up quickly. Your spot will be reserved upon payment of the registration fee.
Contact Information
Director: Shannon Finley
Office Phone: 864-294-7969
Cell Phone: 864-350-2261
E-MAIL: shnnwtk@aol.com
Facebook: Berea Friendship Child Development