A dedicated and loving staff works together to provide a secure, stimulating environment where your child can learn spiritual truths through a variety of programs. In connection with the broader mission of OSBC, all preschool learning experiences are God-centered and Bible Based. Sunday School curriculum is developmentally and Biblically appropriate in design to provide challenging opportunities through a variety of activities as children learn about God, Jesus, Church, family, nature, self and others. We hope to meet the needs of preschoolers and parents as we attempt to "touch the future" for Christ.

FOR YOUR PEACE OF MIND

• All teachers and workers have completed a volunteer screening form which includes references.
• Security System is in place for your child's safety.
  
• Toys and classroom equipment are disinfected periodically.

MINISTRIES PROVIDED FOR YOUR CHILDREN

SUNDAY SCHOOL, 9 AM SUNDAY MORNING
Nursery - children birth through 24 months
Preschool I - children 2 and 3 years old
Preschool II - children 4 and 5 years old

DURING SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE 10 AM SUNDAY MORNING
Nursery - children birth through 24 months
Preschool I - children 2 and 3 years old
Children's Church - children 4 years old through 1st grade

WEDNESDAY EVENING 7 PM
Nursery - Children birth through 36 months
Preschool Discipleship - children 3 years old through kindergarden

SECURITY PROCEDURES

Security is of the utmost importance to the nursery/preschool ministry team of the Olney Southern Baptist Church. This information allows us to provide the best possible care according to your wishes.

• Parents will be asked to complete an information card for their child.A parent will be required to sign their child in and the same parent will be required to sign their child out.
• A parent will receive a pager and will be required to bring the pager back upon picking the child up.
• Only scheduled teachers or substitutes are permitted in the nursery/preschool classrooms.

GENERAL POLICIES

• Children are expected to attend the age-appropriate department.
• Children are promoted from the nursery to Preschool 1 on their 2nd birthday. Children are promoted from Preschool I to Preschool II on their 4th birthday.
  
• A light snack may be provided during services.
• Parents of children must remain on church grounds directed by church programming.

ILLNESS

We ask that children who display the following symptoms within the last 24 hours not be left in the nursery/preschool department:

• Fever of 100 degrees or higher
  
• Diarrhea or vomiting
• Conjuctiveitis ( Pink Eye)
• Inflamed throat or mouth
• Green or cloudy runny nose
• Croup, coughing, sneezing
• Skin infections/rashes
• Symptoms of childhood diseases, such as chicken pox, mumps, scarlet fever, or measles.
• Head Lice

Workers are not permitted to dispense any medications. This must be done by parents only. Please inform teachers of any special medical or security needs.

SUGGESTIONS FOR YOUR CHILD

• Please clearly label all personal items - especially diaper bag, bottles, and other food containers
• If for some reason you need to check on your child or pick him/her up during the service, please knock on the door.
• Please notify the teacher if your child has allergies, especially food allergies.
• Please bring disposable diapers (if necessary) and a change of clothing for your child.
• Please avoid bringing toys from home.
• Seperation anxiety is a normal part of child development. Do not "slip" away. Honestly remind him/her in a kind, firm voice that you will be back soon. Leave immediately. If your child cannot be comforted, we will page you. We will follow your wishes as to how long your child is allowed to cry before contacting you.