Admissions Policy
Each child admitted must be determined by the Director to be able to benefit from the program offered and that his/her needs can be met. Classroom assignments are determined according to the child’s age in August
Children enrolling must be 2.5 years old by August 1st, to enroll in the Little Tots program. Children turning 2.5 after August 1st, 2021 must wait until the next school year to enroll.
All children 3 years and older should be able without assistance:
To care for his/her toilet needs, and wash his/her hands.
To use tissue to blow his/her nose.
To put on and take off necessary clothing.
Pull-ups are not allowed for children unless they are enrolled in the Little Tots program.
Diapers are not permitted.
In case the child should not be able to meet these requirements or should, for some reason, continually revert to an earlier stage of development, it may be necessary to withdraw the child from school.
Children With Special Needs
Children who have special needs shall be accepted only if it is determined by the Director that:
There will be no adverse effect upon the other children either through direct behavior of the child or through requiring staff time needed by the other children.
The school is able to meet the needs of the child.
The parents of children who do not speak and/or understand the English language must meet with the Director prior to the child enrolling into the preschool program to establish a written plan for communicating with the child.
If it is suspected that a child may have special needs after they begin our program the parents must cooperate with the school in obtaining the necessary assessments to determine if the preschool is able to meet the needs of the child.
Admission Procedures
Rancho Christian Preschool operates on a nondiscriminatory basis, according equal treatment and access to services without regard to race, color, national origin or ancestry.
Registration is based on available space within the child’s developmental level; please call the preschool office to verify if there is availability in your child’s developmental level. Developmental level is determined by the child’s chronological age as well as how the child fits into the academic and social framework of the school. Rancho Christian Preschool accepts the obligation to work with each child and family to determine the proper placement of each child.
The preschool shall maintain a waiting list in general chronological order to inquiries received, giving preference to siblings of enrolled children in the Rancho Christian Preschool and Rancho Christian School system.
Each child must present proof of proper immunization as stated in the California Health and Safety Code, Section 1596.81, prior to enrollment. Only children who are fully immunized are enrolled. Please see the immunizations required by clicking the link below. A Physician’s Report Form is required prior to enrollment documenting the child’s physical ability to attend a child care center, that a Tuberculosis (TB) test has been completed and any special needs or medical conditions that the child may have.
To enroll in the Preschool requires 3 simple steps:
First, call the preschool office to verify availability at 951-303-1304, then apply online and submit the application. A $50 non refundable fee will be charged at time of submission.
Download and complete the 6 required licensing forms. Return the 6 forms and proof of immunization to the Preschool office.
Complete and submit the online enrollment packet.
6 Required Licensing Forms:
Identification and Emergency Information
Pre-Admission Health History
Signed, Notice of Parents Rights
Signed, Notice of Personal Rights
Consent for Medical Treatment
Physician’s Report Form (signed & stamped by the Pediatrician) and a copy of the child’s immunization record.