About
Philosophy
Open Arms Christian Development Center is a not-for-profit ministry of Grace Lutheran Church, providing a child development program of the highest quality designed to meet the needs of concerned, working parents. At Open Arms, each child is guided to develop his/her potential in every aspect of life within the shelter and nurturing relationship of Christian love. We operate our Center valuing each child as an individual who must be allowed to grow and learn at his/her own rate and to develop a healthy self-image. Open Arms will assist each child to grow socially, spiritually, emotionally, and intellectually.
Childcare and preschool frequently represent the child’s first separation from home. Part of this experience is learning that other adults can be helpful and loving. This is accomplished best in an atmosphere of love and concern for the needs of each child. Programs are planned to encourage and develop individual strengths and abilities, while helping your child to understand the value of cooperation and interaction with others. This is achieved through working, learning, playing and sharing with other children as well as adults.
Mission Statement
Open Arms Christian Child Development Center is dedicated to sharing with each child and their parents God’s unconditional love so that children and their families may grow, mature, and become part of a community of fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ.
Hours of Operation and Holidays
The Center will operate from 6:30 A.M. until 6:00 P.M., Monday through Friday, year round. The center will be closed and care will not be provided on the following holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and the next day, and two days in conjunction with Christmas. (Your tuition will remain the same for these holidays.)
Tuition and Fees
The registration fee is due upon enrollment for each child or family. This is an annual, non-refundable fee that helps pay for supplies, snacks and student accident insurance. You may withdraw from Open Arms whenever you wish, after giving the Center two (2) weeks written notice. If you decide to apply for re-enrollment, admission is contingent upon available space in your child’s classroom at that time. Tuition is due on Monday of each week for that week of care. Preschool Only tuition is due the first of each month. Tuition may be given to the person at the reception desk. Full weekly payment will be due each week regardless of days absent for illness, vacation, or holidays.
Checks should be made payable to Grace Lutheran Church.
