Child Development Center CDC Programs Offered

Philosophy

It is our belief that every child is unique and a special gift from God. We believe that they learn at their own pace and development. We believe parents are their first teachers, but our teachers guide and create diversified experiences where children learn through play and develop positive relationships with each other, their teacher, and the community.

Thank you for your interest in our Child Development Center (CDC) and the programs we offer to the Portage community. We believe that our programs are an outreach to local families and a way to minister to all. Below you will see a table of the Programs we offer and the Age group. We welcome children from 6 weeks old to School Age. 

Child Development Center CDC Admissions

If you are interested in enrolling your child into one of our programs please contact us to schedule a tour of our facility to begin the enrollment procedures. We want to have open communication with parents so please email or call us to help with enrollment procedures and to secure a position for your child. 

Parents and Guardians are expected to read, understand, and sign the Family Handbook and return the last page.   

Please email St. John's Child Development Center Office, cdcoffice@stjohnsportage.com, for an enrollment packet stating your child's age group. Read all forms carefully and sign in the appropriate areas for the admission process.

  • St. John's Child Development Center Enrollment Packet (6 weeks to 5 years old)
  • St. John's Child Development Center School Age Program Enrollment Packet (5 through 12 years old)

Child Development Center CDC Tuition

Tuition is due in advance. A registration fee will be charged at initial registration and every September after. Tuition fees are determined annually by the Board of Christian Education. A yearly increase can be expected to help cover the costs of center operations. 
Please contact St. John's Child Development Center office, 608-742-9000 option 2 or email ddrew@stjohnsportage.com, for current tuition rates. 

We offer full-time and part-time care. Full-time care is anything 21 hours or more, and part-time care is anything under 21 hours.

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