Shenandoah County Preschool

Services Guide 2021

Presented by
Early Childhood Coalition of Shenandoah County

What is ECC-SC? The Early Childhood Coalition of Shenandoah

County (ECC-SC) was formed July 1, 2016, after the Smart
Beginning’s Locality team diminished.
ECC-SC Mission is to prepare all children for kindergarten by
collaborating to inform families and providers in our community about
local early childhood resources.
Who can participate? Child care/Day care providers, community
preschool programs, teachers, instructional assistants, social
workers, parents, community agencies and more!
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Dear Parents of Preschoolers,

The purpose of this guide is to provide you with information on the
preschool resources in Shenandoah County. The information in this
booklet is provided by the programs, and we make no recommendations of
programs or validations of the information. We hope you will find this
information to be useful and encourage you to contact the programs listed
with any questions.

Best Wishes,
Early Childhood Coalition of Shenandoah County (ECC-SC)
CENTER Antioch Little Ducklings Preschool
CONTACT Amy Babcock- Director and Lead teacher
PHYSICAL ADDRESS 23502 Senedo Road Woodstock, Virginia 22664
MAILING ADDRESS 23502 Senedo Road Woodstock, Virginia 22664
PHONE NUMBER 1-(540)-459-9486
FAX NUMBER None
EMAIL ADDRESS ababcock.ald@gmail.com
WEBSITE Like the Preschool on Facebook to see the activities.
HOURS & DATES OF OPERATION 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
LICENSED/REGISTERED Registered
MEAL/SNACKS PROVIDED There is a monthly Calendar for snacks. The students
are assigned a day to bring in snacks.
TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED/AVAILABLE None
FUNDING SOURCES Parent Tuition
AGE SERVED  3 years to 5years of age
NUMBER OF CHILDREN  The preschool can enroll 35 students the classes are
divided by age to keep the class sizes small. The
families choose which day their students can come.
Part-time hours are 8-12 and full- time hours are 8-4.
NUMBER OF STAFF 3 staff
EDUCATION/TRAINING REQUIRED FOR The staff are required to continue on professional
STAFF development each month. The staff are all trained in
CPR, Daily Health Observation, and have all passed
background checks. The Director has 18 years of
training as a classroom teacher in a private Christian
setting.
EDUCATIONAL APPROACH  Teaching the whole child through learning based
activities. The preschool's hands-on approach to
learning allows the child to strengthen their cognitive
functions. The curriculum being used in the
preschool is Starfall and Abeka. The students are
being prepared to be successful in a public or private
school environment.
ADDITIONAL SERVICES The students work weekly one-on-one with the staff
to work on reaching their personal goals.
WHAT MAKES YOUR PROGRAM UNIQUE? We are the only preschool in the area that has the
“Dr. Yum Project” curriculum to allow the students
to explore the different food groups making healthy

WHAT MAKES YOUR PROGRAM STRONG?
choices.
The partnership between the families and staff.
Allowing God to be the center of our preschool. We
have weekly bible lessons taught by the Pastor of
Antioch Church of the Brethren.
CENTER Bizee Bees Preschool, Inc.

CONTACT Janey Trent, Director, Teacher, and Owner

Amy Arnold, Teacher
PHYSICAL ADDRESS
24795 Old Valley Pike, Maurertown, VA.  22644
MAILING ADDRESS
Same as above
PHONE NUMBER
540-436-3311
EMAIL ADDRESS
trent3@shentel.net
WEBSITE Bizee Bees Preschool - Home | Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/Bizee-Bees-Preschool-
1414312512169020/
HOURS & DATES OF OPERATION Monday-Friday, 9:00-12:00, part-time or full-time
LICENSED/REGISTERED
Yes
MEAL/SNACKS PROVIDED
Morning snack provided
TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED/AVAILABLE n/a
FUNDING SOURCES
Tuition paid by parents
AGE SERVED 
2.5 - 6 year
NUMBER OF CHILDREN 
20 per day
NUMBER OF STAFF
2
EDUCATION/TRAINING REQUIRED FOR Associates Degree, Child Development Credentials,
STAFF CPR/First Aid certified staff, 16 hours of professional
development training (yearly)
EDUCATIONAL APPROACH  Creative Curriculum, I Can Problem-Solve,
Character Education, Kindergarten Readiness,
PALS Pre-K
WHAT MAKES YOUR PROGRAM UNIQUE? We offer quality preschool services including
opportunities in all areas of development, meeting
the needs of the working-class community.
WHAT MAKES YOUR PROGRAM STRONG? The goal of Bizee Bees Preschool is to allow
children an opportunity to explore in a
developmentally appropriate environment. We are
seasoned and educated professionals committed to
providing quality educational experiences to the
children of our community. Children in our program
learn, grow and blossom.
CENTER BRITE Preschool (Building Relationships & Ideals Through
Education)

CONTACT Jonathan Middleton, Director and Early Childhood Education

Instructor at Triplett Tech

PHYSICAL ADDRESS Triplett Tech, 6375 Main St. Mt. Jackson, VA 22842

MAILING ADDRESS Same as above

PHONE NUMBER 540-477-3161

FAX NUMBER 540-477-2402

EMAIL ADDRESS jamiddleton@shenandoah.k12.va.us

WEBSITE n/a

HOURS & DATES OF OPERATION Tuesdays thru Thursdays 8:45-11:00 am from September thru
May

LICENSED/REGISTERED Shenandoah County School System

MEAL/SNACKS PROVIDED Snacks provided

TRANSPORTATION Not available

PROVIDED/AVAILABLE

FUNDING SOURCES Shenandoah County Schools

AGE SERVED 3, 4 and 5 year olds

NUMBER OF CHILDREN 15 daily

NUMBER OF STAFF Number of staff depends on class size

EDUCATION/TRAINING REQUIRED VA Department of Education Collegiate Professional Teaching

FOR STAFF Certificate

EDUCATIONAL APPROACH Learning through theme based curriculum and learning centers;
Preparation for kindergarten

ADDITIONAL SERVICES n/a

WHAT MAKES YOUR PROGRAM Our Early Childhood Education program allows high school
UNIQUE? students the opportunity to work with children to help prepare
them for a career path in education.

WHAT MAKES YOUR PROGRAM Tremendous amount of one-on-one instruction

STRONG?
CENTER Community Care and Learning Center
CONTACT Marsha Duncan, Director for Preschool
Jaclyn Bartholomew, Director for Infant/Toddler
PHYSICAL ADDRESS 189 & 197 East Lee Highway, New Market, VA
22844
MAILING ADDRESS 189 & 197 East Lee Highway, New Market, VA
22844
PHONE NUMBER 540-740-2804, Ext. 11

FAX NUMBER N/A

EMAIL ADDRESS cclc189@yahoo.com

WEBSITE https://www.communitycarelearningcenter.com

HOURS & DATES OF OPERATION 6 AM to 6 PM

LICENSED/REGISTERED Licensed

MEAL/SNACKS PROVIDED Breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack

TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED/AVAILABLE No
FUNDING SOURCES Virginia Department of Social Services, Grants, and
tuition
AGE SERVED  2 months to 5 years of age

NUMBER OF CHILDREN  55

NUMBER OF STAFF 12

EDUCATION/TRAINING REQUIRED FOR All lead teachers must have a CDA or above
STAFF

EDUCATIONAL APPROACH  Creative Curriculum

ADDITIONAL SERVICES VPI

WHAT MAKES YOUR PROGRAM UNIQUE?
WHAT MAKES YOUR PROGRAM STRONG?
We are a non-profit center who not only teaches
children, but we also have partnered with JMU to
give their students learning opportunities by
volunteering at the center.
The board of directors is actively involved, the
director has over 30 years of early childhood
experience, and educationally qualified staff.
CENTER Faith Lutheran Preschool

CONTACT Regina Clements – Director

PHYSICAL ADDRESS 4260 Fort Valley Road, Fort Valley, VA 22652

MAILING ADDRESS P.O. Box 132, Fort Valley, VA 22652

PHONE NUMBER 540-933-6963

FAX NUMBER n/a

EMAIL ADDRESS  clemenrs@shentel.net

WEBSITE n/a

HOURS & DATES OF OPERATION 9 am-12:30 Tuesday/ Wed./ Thursday

LICENSED/REGISTERED Religious exemption

MEAL/SNACKS PROVIDED Mid-morning snack

TRANSPORTATION n/a
PROVIDED/AVAILABLE

FUNDING SOURCES n/a

AGE SERVED 2 ½ -5 years; Must be completely toilet trained

NUMBER OF CHILDREN 20

NUMBER OF STAFF 3 teachers

EDUCATION/TRAINING REQUIRED FOR Teachers must complete 20 hours of workshops yearly.

STAFF Director has BS in Early Childhood Educ. Staff has 40+ years
of experience working with preschool children

EDUCATIONAL APPROACH Emergent curriculum, inspired by Reggio Emilia Approach

ADDITIONAL SERVICES n/a

WHAT MAKES YOUR PROGRAM Our environment, children, staff, families & community.
UNIQUE? Excellent references available.

WHAT MAKES YOUR PROGRAM Our teachers, families and community work together to provide
STRONG? the best experience for our preschool children.
CENTER Grasshopper Green Preschool

CONTACT Ashley Beaune, Director/Teacher; Stephanie Cover,

Administrator/Owner/Teacher

PHYSICAL ADDRESS 100 W. Washington Street, Strasburg, VA 22657

MAILING ADDRESS same as above

PHONE NUMBER 540-465-4226

FAX NUMBER n/a

EMAIL ADDRESS scover@shentel.net ano2380@email.vccs.edu

WEBSITE n/a

HOURS & DATES OF OPERATION 3 yr. olds on Tues. & Thurs. 9:00-11:30
4 yr. olds on Mon., Wed., Fri. 8:30-11:00

LICENSED/REGISTERED Yes

MEAL/SNACKS PROVIDED No

TRANSPORTATION No
PROVIDED/AVAILABLE

FUNDING SOURCES Private Pay

AGE SERVED 3 to 5

NUMBER OF CHILDREN 20 3-year-olds (Morning); 20 4-year-olds (Morning)

NUMBER OF STAFF 2

EDUCATION/TRAINING REQUIRED Attend in-services to attain 16 hours of education per school

FOR STAFF year.

EDUCATIONAL APPROACH Learning through structured hands-on activities which provide

fun and gratification

ADDITIONAL SERVICES

WHAT MAKES YOUR PROGRAM Strong investment and energy from teachers
UNIQUE?

WHAT MAKES YOUR PROGRAM Provide age appropriate activities; open to change to improve
STRONG? our program; constantly evaluating
CENTER Gwen’s Day Home

CONTACT Gwendolen Phelps

PHYSICAL ADDRESS 96 Mountain View Drive Maurertown, VA 22644

MAILING ADDRESS Same as above

PHONE NUMBER 540-436-8460

FAX NUMBER n/a

EMAIL ADDRESS Gwendolenphelps1969@gmail.com

WEBSITE n/a

HOURS & DATES OF 3:00 am-3:00 am

OPERATION

LICENSED/REGISTERED yes

MEAL/SNACKS PROVIDED Yes, all meals and snacks provided

TRANSPORTATION Shenandoah County Public Schools bus top (central district)

PROVIDED/AVAILABLE

FUNDING SOURCES DSS subsidy; parents pay tuition

AGE SERVED 1 yr.-13 yrs.

NUMBER OF CHILDREN 12

NUMBER OF STAFF 2

EDUCATION/TRAINING 16 training hours per year; CPR/First Aid/AED; Autism training, subsidy
REQUIRED FOR STAFF training

EDUCATIONAL APPROACH Child-directed learning

ADDITIONAL SERVICES We handle a lot of children with special needs

WHAT MAKES YOUR We work with parents in order to accommodate their work schedules.
PROGRAM UNIQUE?

WHAT MAKES YOUR We are very family oriented. We put the needs of children and their
PROGRAM STRONG? parents first. We have training in autism and experience in the care of
children with autism and other special needs.
CENTER KidzRec—W.W. Robinson
CONTACT Melissa Lindamood-Foltz

PHYSICAL ADDRESS 1231 Susan Ave. Woodstock, VA 22664

MAILING ADDRESS 600 N. Main St. Suite 108 Woodstock, VA 22664

PHONE NUMBER (540) 459-6777 main office

FAX NUMBER (540) 459-8080

EMAIL ADDRESS mlfoltz@shenandoahcountyva.us

WEBSITE scpr.info

HOURS & DATES OF M-F, before and after school; summer All Day Rec
OPERATION

LICENSED/REGISTERED DSS subsidy approved vender

MEAL/SNACKS am and pm snack

PROVIDED

TRANSPORTATION n/a
PROVIDED/AVAILABLE

FUNDING SOURCES n/a

AGE SERVED 5 years-12 years

NUMBER OF CHILDREN 45

NUMBER OF STAFF 1/18 ratio

EDUCATION/TRAINING VA Pre-service, Daily Health Observation, 16 hours of

REQUIRED FOR STAFF professional development;  every staff is CPR and First Aid
certified

EDUCATIONAL n/a
APPROACH

ADDITIONAL SERVICES Field trips offered

WHAT MAKES YOUR Able to utilize school building scheduling flexibility

PROGRAM UNIQUE?

WHAT MAKES YOUR Superior communication with parents; support from SCPR;
PROGRAM STRONG? experienced and knowledgeable staff

CENTER MayMay’s Daycare & Preschool

CONTACT Mary Franklin

PHYSICAL ADDRESS 365 Turkey Knob Road Quicksburg, VA 22847

MAILING ADDRESS Same as above

PHONE NUMBER 540-740-4046

FAX NUMBER n/a

EMAIL ADDRESS maymaysdaycare@gmail.com

WEBSITE n/a

HOURS & DATES OF 7:30a-5p M-F

OPERATION

LICENSED/REGISTERED yes

MEAL/SNACKS Yes—breakfast, lunch and 2 snacks. We also provide formula

PROVIDED and baby food and USDA food program

TRANSPORTATION n/a
PROVIDED/AVAILABLE

FUNDING SOURCES Parents pay tuition

AGE SERVED Birth-5 yrs.

NUMBER OF CHILDREN 12

NUMBER OF STAFF 3

EDUCATION/TRAINING 16 hours of training per year

REQUIRED FOR STAFF

EDUCATIONAL Open approach

APPROACH

ADDITIONAL SERVICES USDA Food Program

WHAT MAKES YOUR It’s an in-home setting transformed into a preschool classroom.
PROGRAM UNIQUE?

WHAT MAKES YOUR Together, we have 50 years of experience. We also take field
PROGRAM STRONG? trips to ALES for upcoming kindergarten students.

CENTER Mimiland Daycare

CONTACT Tammy Andes

PHYSICAL ADDRESS 308 N. Church St. Woodstock, VA 22664

MAILING ADDRESS Same as above

PHONE NUMBER (540) 975-3317

FAX NUMBER n/a

EMAIL ADDRESS mimitwoalll@yahoo.com

WEBSITE n/a

HOURS & DATES OF 7:00 am-5:15 pm, year round

OPERATION

LICENSED/REGISTERED Childcare in home

MEAL/SNACKS Breakfast, lunch and snacks provided

PROVIDED

TRANSPORTATION Transportation to Antioch Little Duckling Preschool

PROVIDED/AVAILABLE

FUNDING SOURCES Paid by parent

AGE SERVED All

NUMBER OF CHILDREN 5

NUMBER OF STAFF 1

EDUCATION/TRAINING 32 years of childcare experience

REQUIRED FOR STAFF

WHAT MAKES YOUR Children are prepared for kindergarten and are loved
PROGRAM UNIQUE? unconditionally

WHAT MAKES YOUR We are a Christian-based childcare. We say prayers and learn
PROGRAM STRONG? about the bible.
CENTER Ms. Chris’s Early Learning & Day Care 

CONTACT Christine Richards

PHYSICAL ADDRESS 273 Jackson Avenue, New Market, VA 22844

MAILING ADDRESS Same as above

PHONE NUMBER 540-740-8055

FAX NUMBER n/a

EMAIL ADDRESS richards@shentel.net

WEBSITE n/a

HOURS & DATES OF OPERATION 7:30 am – 5:15 pm, year round

LICENSED/REGISTERED VA State Licensed  

MEAL/SNACKS PROVIDED USDA Food Program

TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED/AVAILABLE n/a

FUNDING SOURCES n/a

AGE SERVED 2-5 years

NUMBER OF CHILDREN 12 (usually 8 each day)

NUMBER OF STAFF 1

EDUCATION/TRAINING REQUIRED FOR CDA

STAFF

EDUCATIONAL APPROACH Developmental

ADDITIONAL SERVICES none

WHAT MAKES YOUR PROGRAM UNIQUE? Children are prepared for kindergarten

WHAT MAKES YOUR PROGRAM Developmental skills and concepts are worked on the entire
STRONG? time of the child’s enrollment.

CENTER Mt. Calvary Early Learning Center

CONTACT Anabel Jimenez, Director and Jessica Rinker, Co- Director

PHYSICAL ADDRESS 5983 South Main Street, Mt. Jackson, VA 22842

MAILING ADDRESS P. O. Box 484, Mt. Jackson, VA 22842

PHONE NUMBER 540-477-9645

FAX NUMBER n/a

EMAIL ADDRESS mcdc@shentel.net

WEBSITE n/a

HOURS & DATES OF OPERATION 6:30-6:00 pm, M-F

LICENSED/REGISTERED Religious Exempt

MEAL/SNACKS PROVIDED Morning and afternoon snack

TRANSPORTATION No
PROVIDED/AVAILABLE

FUNDING SOURCES

AGE SERVED 6 weeks to age 11

NUMBER OF CHILDREN 54

NUMBER OF STAFF 15

EDUCATION/TRAINING REQUIRED 16 hours of continuing education for all staff

FOR STAFF

EDUCATIONAL APPROACH Daycare/Preschool

ADDITIONAL SERVICES n/a

WHAT MAKES YOUR PROGRAM We offer bilingual services

UNIQUE?

WHAT MAKES YOUR PROGRAM Our team is family oriented and has a strong bond that allows us
STRONG? to work together for the best interest of the children.
CENTER Plaugher’s Daycare

CONTACT Deborah Plaugher

PHYSICAL ADDRESS 267 N. Massanutten Street Strasburg, VA 66657

MAILING ADDRESS Same as above

PHONE NUMBER 540-465-8339

FAX NUMBER 540-465-8339

EMAIL ADDRESS deb.plaugher@gmail.com

WEBSITE n/a

HOURS & DATES OF 3:30 am-6:00 pm M-F

OPERATION

LICENSED/REGISTERED yes

MEAL/SNACKS yes
PROVIDED

TRANSPORTATION n/a
PROVIDED/AVAILABLE

FUNDING SOURCES Parents pay tuition; DSS subsidy

AGE SERVED 2 years & up

NUMBER OF CHILDREN 12

NUMBER OF STAFF 1

EDUCATION/TRAINING 16 training hours per year; Subsidy Better Kid Care Program
REQUIRED FOR STAFF

EDUCATIONAL Hand-on, child-lead activities; pre-k academics and readiness

APPROACH

ADDITIONAL SERVICES n/a

WHAT MAKES YOUR I accept the DSS subsidy.

PROGRAM UNIQUE?

WHAT MAKES YOUR I have 48 years of experience.

PROGRAM STRONG?
CENTER Pollywog Place, Strasburg

CONTACT Brenda Dively-Director

brendadively@pollywogplace.com.

PHYSICAL ADDRESS 105 Stony Pointe Way Suite 101 Strasburg, VA 22657

MAILING ADDRESS Same as above

PHONE NUMBER 540-465-8443

FAX NUMBER 540-465-5623

EMAIL ADDRESS info@pollywogplace.com

WEBSITE pollywogplace.com

HOURS & DATES OF 7:00 am-6:00 pm, M-F

OPERATION

LICENSED/REGISTERED Licensed

MEAL/SNACKS Lunch and two snacks provided

PROVIDED

TRANSPORTATION n/a
PROVIDED/AVAILABLE

FUNDING SOURCES Parent tuition

AGE SERVED 6 weeks to 5 years

EDUCATION/TRAINING Lead teachers have a degree in education; continuous staff

REQUIRED FOR STAFF training opportunities offered throughout the year

EDUCATIONAL Educational-based and Play-based

APPROACH

ADDITIONAL SERVICES n/a

WHAT MAKES YOUR A FULL DAY STATE LICENSED preschool program

PROGRAM UNIQUE?

WHAT MAKES YOUR Staff and curriculum; offer technology opportunities for children
PROGRAM STRONG?

CENTER The Pond, Strasburg

PHYSICAL ADDRESS 105 Stony Pointe Way Suite 101 Strasburg, VA 22657

PHONE NUMBER 540-465-8443

AGE SERVED 5y-10y

CENTER Pollywog Place, Woodstock

CONTACT Brenda Dively - Director 

brendadively@pollywogplace.com.

PHYSICAL ADDRESS 1080 Hisey Ave. Woodstock VA 22664

MAILING ADDRESS Same as above

PHONE NUMBER 540-459-6582

FAX NUMBER 540-459-7973

EMAIL ADDRESS info@pollywogplace.com

WEBSITE pollywogplace.com

HOURS & DATES OF 7:00 am-6:00 pm, M-F

OPERATION

LICENSED/REGISTERED Licensed

MEAL/SNACKS Lunch and two snacks provided

PROVIDED

TRANSPORTATION n/a
PROVIDED/AVAILABLE

FUNDING SOURCES Parent tuition

AGE SERVED 6 weeks to 5 years

EDUCATION/TRAINING Lead teachers have a degree in education; continuous staff

REQUIRED FOR STAFF training opportunities offered throughout the year

EDUCATIONAL Educational-based and Play-based

APPROACH

ADDITIONAL SERVICES n/a

WHAT MAKES YOUR A FULL DAY STATE LICENSED preschool program

PROGRAM UNIQUE?

WHAT MAKES YOUR Staff and curriculum; offer technology opportunities for children
PROGRAM STRONG?

CENTER The Pond, Woodstock

PHYSICAL ADDRESS 1066 Hisey Ave. Woodstock VA 22664

PHONE NUMBER 540-459-7755

AGE SERVED 5y-10y

CENTER
CONTACT
MAILING ADDRESS
PHONE NUMBER
WEBSITE
HOURS & DATES OF OPERATION
LICENSED/REGISTERED
MEAL/SNACKS
FUNDING SOURCES
AGE SERVED
NUMBER OF CHILDREN
NUMBER OF STAFF
EDUCATION/TRAINING REQUIRED
FOR STAFF
EDUCATIONAL APPROACH
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
WHAT MAKES YOUR PROGRAM
UNIQUE & STRONG?
Reading, Rhyming and Readiness (RRR)
Cathy Gilbert, cathygilbert5@gmail.com
Literacy Volunteers – Shenandoah County,
P.O. Box 303, Woodstock, VA 22664
540-335-6620 (Cathy Gilbert)
www.lv-sc.org
Now online! We meet once per week for about 40 minutes
online. Schedule will be announced in Sept.
n/a (sponsored through Literacy Volunteers-Shenandoah
County which is a non-profit agency)
Not applicable for online class.
Funds from companies and community partners; individual
donations and also receive in-kind services from
Shenandoah County Public Schools
Ages 2 – 5 years old; younger siblings may attend but are
not enrolled
8 to 10 preschool children plus younger siblings
1 lead teacher, one aide, community volunteers, college
interns
Lead instructor is bilingual (English/Spanish); experienced
in preschool and English literacy
Family Literacy Program: preparing the entire family to be
kindergarten ready cognitively and socially
Age appropriate assessments with children. Parent online
workshops and educational opportunities. Book
distributions & lending library opportunities for our families.
Parent/caregiver attends the online classes with the
child(ren). RRR also addresses the growth of the
parent/caregiver through workshops and parent/child
activities. RRR has a 13-year commitment to educating &
preparing the entire family, & collaborating with county
agencies & preschool programs to ensure the children are
placed in programs that best meet their needs.
Participation in Reading, Rhyming & Readiness is free.
CENTER Shenandoah Co. Public Schools
Early Childhood Special Education Preschool
Center/Child Find

CONTACT Selena D. Rhoades, Preschool Coordinator

PHYSICAL ADDRESS Preschool Center, Peter Muhlenberg Middle School,

1251 Susan Avenue, Woodstock, VA 22664

MAILING ADDRESS Same as above

PHONE NUMBER 540-459-4121 (*8 am – 4 pm)

EMAIL ADDRESS sdritter@shenandoah.k12.va.us

WEBSITE www.shenandoah.k12.va.us
Applications available here

TRANSPORTATION Yes
PROVIDED/AVAILABLE

Early Childhood Special Education

HOURS & DATES OF OPERATION Varies according to Individualized Education Program (IEP)

AGE SERVED 2-4 years old with identification

ADDITIONAL SERVICES -Speech, physical, occupational, vision and hearing

resources
-Screening and evaluation of preschoolers with suspected
disabilities

TRANSPORTATION Yes

COST None

FUNDING SOURCES Local funds and state grants

Virginia Preschool Initiative (SCPS)

HOURS & DATES Full School Day/School Year

AGES SERVED 4 years old by September 30 for children whose families

qualify

ADDITIONAL SERVICES Children are screened & families receive progress reports.
Family Support Worker is available to families. PALS Pre-K
administered.

TRANS., COST, FUNDING Trans. Available; No cost; State grant funding

CENTER Shenandoah Valley Adventist Elementary School

CONTACT Davin Hammond, principal

PHYSICAL ADDRESS 115 Bindery Road New Market, VA 22844

MAILING ADDRESS Same as above

PHONE NUMBER 540-740-8237

EMAIL ADDRESS svae@svae.org

WEBSITE https://svaelementary.org

HOURS & DATES OF OPERATION M-Th 8:00 am-3:15 pm

Friday 8:00-12:00 pm

LICENSED/REGISTERED yes

MEAL/SNACKS PROVIDED yes

FUNDING SOURCES tuition

AGE SERVED Pre-K-8

WHAT MAKES YOUR PROGRAM Our Philosophy

UNIQUE?
For more than one hundred years the Seventh-day Adventist
Church has operated a unique system of education. The
Church founded its program on the premise that true
education “is the harmonious development of the physical,
the mental, and the spiritual powers. It prepares the student
for the joy of service in this world and for the higher joy of
wider service in the world to come.” (White, E.G., Education,
p.13)
“To restore in man the image of his Maker, to bring him back
to the perfection in which he was created, to promote the
development of body, mind, and soul that the divine purpose
in his creation might be realized… this is the object of true
education.” (Ibid., pp.16-17)
Shenandoah Valley Adventist Elementary School endeavors
to provide the setting and the opportunities for this
philosophy to be implemented. All activities and instruction
focus toward this end.
 
CENTER Skyline CAP Head Start

CONTACT Monica Etter, Family Advocate

PHYSICAL ADDRESS 127 East High Street, Woodstock, VA  22664

MAILING ADDRESS Admin. Office- P. O. Box 588, Madison, VA  22727

Fay Butcher, FA Mgr. FamilyManager@skylinecap.org

PHONE NUMBER Woodstock: 540 948-3916 ext. 272; Admin. Office: 540 948-3916 ext.
210

FAX NUMBER Woodstock:  540-459-5869; Admin. Office:  540-948-2264

EMAIL ADDRESS fashenhs@skylinecap.org

WEBSITE www.skylinecap.org

HOURS & DATES OF OPERATION Monday-Friday 8:25-2:30 during the school year

LICENSED/REGISTERED VA DOE Licensed Childcare Center

MEAL/SNACKS PROVIDED Breakfast and lunch provided at no cost

TRANSPORTATION Transportation not provided

PROVIDED/AVAILABLE

FUNDING SOURCES Head Start Federal Grant, additional community support

AGE SERVED 3-5 years old

NUMBER OF CHILDREN 32 children in Shenandoah County

NUMBER OF STAFF 2 Teachers, 2 Teaching Assistants, 2 classroom aides, 1 counselor, 1

Nutrition Aide, and 1 Family Advocate

EDUCATION/TRAINING REQUIRED FOR
STAFF
Teachers are required to have a minimum of an associate degree in
preschool education, though a bachelor’s degree is preferred.  Other
staff must have high school education and additional education and
experience in Early Childhood is preferred.  All staff must maintain First
Aid/CPR Certification and classroom staff are trained in Medication
Administration.  All staff receive in-service training and professional
development throughout the school year.

EDUCATIONAL APPROACH Our philosophy is that parents are a child’s first and most important
teacher.  We provide comprehensive education, family and health
 services to income eligible families.  We use the Frog Street Conscious
Discipline curriculum in the classroom which prepare children for
kindergarten.  We have a focus on collaboration and a commitment to
servicing the children in the community that would not otherwise receive
preschool services.

ADDITIONAL SERVICES Comprehensive Family Services tailored to family’s specific needs

WHAT MAKES YOUR PROGRAM Provide services to the family unit, utilize Frog Street curriculum,
UNIQUE? focused on Kindergarten Readiness.

WHAT MAKES YOUR PROGRAM Dedicated, nurturing staff and a safe, healthy environment for
STRONG?
children to grow.

CENTER Sons + Daughters Academy 

CONTACT Sharla Boatright

PHYSICAL ADDRESS 240 Shenandoah St.

Woodstock, VA 22664

MAILING ADDRESS Same as above

PHONE NUMBER Phone: 540-459-4100

Fax: 540-459-4101
Cell: 540-848-6845

FAX NUMBER n/a

EMAIL ADDRESS enddivorce@gmail.com

WEBSITE  www.sonsanddaughtersacademy.org

HOURS & DATES OF M-F 6:30am-6:00pm

OPERATION

LICENSED/REGISTERED Yes, religious exempt

MEAL/SNACKS PROVIDED yes

TRANSPORTATION n/a
PROVIDED/AVAILABLE

FUNDING SOURCES DSS subsidy/private pay

AGE SERVED birth-5yrs

NUMBER OF CHILDREN 100+

NUMBER OF STAFF 20+

EDUCATION/TRAINING CPR & First Aid Certified/16 hrs of training per year
REQUIRED FOR STAFF

EDUCATIONAL APPROACH Faith based curriculum 

CENTER St. Paul Lutheran Child Care Center

CONTACT Katie Harley, Director

PHYSICAL ADDRESS 257 E. King Street, Suite 2, Strasburg, VA 22657

MAILING ADDRESS same as above

PHONE NUMBER 540-465-2393

FAX NUMBER 540-465-2734

EMAIL ADDRESS splick@shentel.net

WEBSITE www.stpaulluthernchurch.org

HOURS & DATES OF OPERATION Monday-Friday, 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

LICENSED/REGISTERED Religious exemption

MEAL/SNACKS PROVIDED Two snacks daily; Milk for lunch; Children bring packed lunches

TRANSPORTATION n/a
PROVIDED/AVAILABLE

FUNDING SOURCES Tuition, fundraisers

AGE SERVED Infants to 5 years

NUMBER OF CHILDREN 92

NUMBER OF STAFF 24

EDUCATION/TRAINING REQUIRED High School Diploma, GED, continued on-going education

FOR STAFF

EDUCATIONAL APPROACH Creative Curriculum for Early Childhood

ADDITIONAL SERVICES Some special needs in coordination with Shenandoah County

Public Schools, and Parents, Infants, & Children.

WHAT MAKES YOUR PROGRAM Faith-based with good partnership with Pastor and Associate
UNIQUE?

WHAT MAKES YOUR PROGRAM Nurturing caregivers who are compassionate and loving. Caring
STRONG? and supportive church child care committee working with us.
CENTER
CONTACT
PHYSICAL ADDRESS
MAILING ADDRESS
PHONE NUMBER
EMAIL ADDRESS
WEBSITE
HOURS & DATES OF OPERATION
LICENSED/REGISTERED
FUNDING SOURCES
AGE SERVED
EDUCATION/TRAINING REQUIRED
FOR STAFF
EDUCATIONAL APPROACH
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
WHAT MAKES YOUR PROGRAM
STRONG & UNIQUE?
The Growing Tree
For more details please contact Nancy at 540-933-6645.
197 Patmos Road, Woodstock, VA 22664
Same as above
540-436-3448
thegrowingtreeschool.k.5@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/TheGrowingTree.k.5
Jr. Kindergarten 4-5 years (Full Day) Kindergarten through 6th
grade Programs -Before and After School Enrichment Programs-
ages 4-9.
yes
Parents pay tuition
Pre-K-9 yrs.
Director/Teacher Nancy U Ritenour has a Bachelors of Science
in Education with a specialty in PreK thru 3rd Grade. Her
graduate work includes Early Childhood Education and
Psychology with nearly 40 years of Teaching, Childcare and
Administrative Experience. CPR, MAT and First Aid Certified
An interdenominational Christian day school.
This program has a focus on creative activities such as “The
Chef’s Academy, Outdoor Classroom, Robotics, small group
guitar and drum lessons, Video Making and more!!”
We at The Growing Tree believe not that learning CAN be fun, but that
learning IS inherently fun. We believe in fostering creative and critical
thinking by inspiring a child's own curiosity. We believe a strong
connection to art, music, literature, sciences, and nature encourage
both mental and physical health. Located in Woodstock, Virginia. Small
classrooms allow for individual attention, a chance for children to learn
at their own pace, and the ability to take regular educational field trips.
CENTER The Nest Daycare

CONTACT
Katelynn Adolphson
PHYSICAL ADDRESS
35 Brandy Court, Strasburg VA 22657
MAILING ADDRESS
Same as above
PHONE NUMBER
540-454-5778
EMAIL ADDRESS
Thenestdaycare2.0@gmail.com
WEBSITE
Thenestdaycare.com
HOURS & DATES OF OPERATION Monday-Friday, 6:00a-6:00p
LICENSED/REGISTERED
Unlicensed/Religiously Exempt/Regulated
MEAL/SNACKS PROVIDED
am/pm snack
TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED/AVAILABLE n/a
FUNDING SOURCES
n/a
AGE SERVED 
6 weeks -12 years old
NUMBER OF CHILDREN 
58 enrolled
NUMBER OF STAFF
16
EDUCATION/TRAINING REQUIRED FOR
STAFF Monthly staff training

EDUCATIONAL APPROACH 
Play-based learning
WHAT MAKES YOUR PROGRAM UNIQUE? n/a
WHAT MAKES YOUR PROGRAM STRONG? n/a
CENTER The Presbyterian Preschool

CONTACT Stephanie Dysart, Director & Head Teacher

PHYSICAL ADDRESS 142 East Court Street, Woodstock, VA  22664

MAILING ADDRESS same as above

PHONE NUMBER 540-459-8510

FAX NUMBER 540-459-7563

EMAIL ADDRESS abcdefg@shentel.net

WEBSITE www.woodstockpresbyterianchurch.com

HOURS & DATES OF OPERATION 9:00-11:45 a.m.  Sept. – May

(*Lunch-Bunch option available from 11:45-1:00 p.m.)
LICENSED/REGISTERED Religious Exemption Child Day Center

MEAL/SNACKS PROVIDED Snacks

TRANSPORTATION n/a
PROVIDED/AVAILABLE

FUNDING SOURCES Tuition fees

AGE SERVED 3-5

NUMBER OF CHILDREN 18 per day

NUMBER OF STAFF 2-3

EDUCATION/TRAINING REQUIRED Director with a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education;

FOR STAFF
CPR/First Aid certified staff

EDUCATIONAL APPROACH Developmentally appropriate practice with Creative Curriculum-

theme based approach; VA Foundation Blocks for Early Learning
(Standards for 4-year-olds); Handwriting Without Tears; PALS Pre-
K

ADDITIONAL SERVICES Inclusion program with Shenandoah County Public Schools

WHAT MAKES YOUR PROGRAM Collaborative program with Shenandoah County, able to serve
UNIQUE? children with special needs/Part-time Special Education Teacher

WHAT MAKES YOUR PROGRAM A longstanding preschool with high standards for providing quality
STRONG? curriculum and experiences for young children.
CENTER Valley Baptist Daycare

CONTACT Dr. Jeff Fauver, School Principal; Paget Stevens and Vicki
Showman, Daycare Directors
PHYSICAL ADDRESS 408 Stoney Creek Road, Edinburg, VA 22824

MAILING ADDRESS Same as above

PHONE NUMBER 540-984-3833

FAX NUMBER 540-984-8675

EMAIL ADDRESS valleybaptistdaycare@gmail.com

WEBSITE http://valleybaptistchurch.net/

HOURS & DATES OF 6:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

OPERATION

LICENSED/REGISTERED Religious exempt

MEAL/SNACKS PROVIDED Morning and afternoon snack, and hot lunch daily included in cost

TRANSPORTATION NO
PROVIDED/AVAILABLE

FUNDING SOURCES Fees

AGE SERVED Infants 6 weeks through 4yrs

NUMBER OF CHILDREN 80

NUMBER OF STAFF 29

EDUCATION/TRAINING Most lead teachers have college degrees and yearly trainings are
REQUIRED FOR STAFF offered to staff

EDUCATIONAL APPROACH Traditional

ADDITIONAL SERVICES Summer programs for school age

WHAT MAKES YOUR PROGRAM Christian environment, strong academics, security cameras, large
UNIQUE? fenced play area, access to school gym and properties

WHAT MAKES YOUR PROGRAM Teachers demonstrate that their job is a ministry, by the amount
STRONG? of love and care given.
CENTER Woodstock United Methodist Child Care Center

CONTACT Caroline Juliano, Director

PHYSICAL ADDRESS 156 S. Muhlenberg St., Woodstock, VA 22664

MAILING ADDRESS Same as above

PHONE NUMBER 540-459-4657

FAX NUMBER 540-459-5144

EMAIL ADDRESS wumccc@shentel.net

WEBSITE n/a

HOURS & DATES OF 6:00 am-5:30 pm, Monday-Friday

OPERATION

LICENSED/REGISTERED Department of Social Services/ Religious Exempt

MEAL/SNACKS PROVIDED Morning and afternoon snacks provided; Packed lunches (can be
heated)
TRANSPORTATION n/a
PROVIDED/AVAILABLE

FUNDING SOURCES Parent pays tuition

AGE SERVED 6 Weeks-5 years old; School age children before & after school, &
summers.
NUMBER OF CHILDREN 80 children (Capacity:135)

NUMBER OF STAFF 16

EDUCATION/TRAINING High School Graduate; 20+ hours per year of Early Childhood Education; CPR
REQUIRED FOR STAFF & First Aid certified; College education encouraged; MAT training; AED
training, EMAT Training

EDUCATIONAL APPROACH Implemented the Reggio Emilia style of teaching; Classrooms set-up using
Creative Curriculum; use VA Foundation Blocks for Early Learning as a guide
for teaching K skills; PALS Pre-K assessment

ADDITIONAL SERVICES Refer children needing additional help to SCPS; Participate in Reading,
Rhyming and Readiness; Enroll children through DSS in Shenandoah County
and surrounding counties

WHAT MAKES YOUR Christian based; extra-curricular activities such as dance/music and
PROGRAM UNIQUE? movement, library and Bible Study

WHAT MAKES YOUR Academic programs begin as an Infant through 5. Each class curriculum builds
PROGRAM STRONG? on the previous one. Our goal is to help each child reach his/her potential and
prepare him/her for the kindergarten experience.
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