Frequently Asked Questions

Do you plan around Elco's school calendar?

Yes. We carefully craft our calendar around Elco's vacation days so that families are generally on the same schedule with few variations.

Do you only accept Elco families?

No; students from all districts are welcome, as well as homeschooling families.

Are staff required to have background clearances?

Yes. All staff have had background checks completed. They are also followers of Jesus serving in their own home churches.

Must we attend Christ Community Church to enroll?

No! Any student is welcome in PALS, whether your family attends another place of worship or no church at all.

What size classes do you offer?

When is the registration deadline?

The Wee 3's class enrolls 12 students, while Pre-k registers 15 children. Both classes have a lead teacher and assistant present.

May 31. Our staff wish to process all applications before their summer vacation begins. Students may still enroll after this deadline if space remains and a service fee is paid in addition to the $40 application fee. 

My 4 year-old already is on a kindergarten level academically. Will they be bored in the pre-k class?

PALS may not be the right fit for parents who focus solely on accelerated progress. Our priority in pre-k is kindergarten-readiness, as well as whole-child development. We therefore can't provide a 1st grade track of instruction for advanced students.