Is your school affiliated with the church?

• The Peoples Church and the Peoples Church Preschool are not directly affiliated. In sharing a building, the Peoples Church Preschool and the Peoples Church collaborate in many different ways including enhancement of the grounds, building maintenance, community events and staffing support. There is no religious ideology taught at our school, and you do not have to practice a particular faith to enroll with us. We stand by and reinforce the Church’s ideology in being open and affirming to ALL people regardless of race, religion, class, sexuality, and other aspects of identity. We sincerely thank the Peoples Church community and staff for helping us foster such a special space for our children, and deeply cherish our connection. 

• For those who are interested in getting more information regarding the church itself, please contact the church office at (517) 332-5073.

What steps have you taken as an institution to correct previous issues your program has faced?

We are currently under new management, and taking a step back from previous traditions. We are reassessing what our parents, students, and staff truly need.

With guidance from staff members both new and established, we have been focusing upon several key projects including:

• Renovating and reorganizing classroom spaces to better stimulate children.

• Revisions of our Enrollment Packets and Family Handbook for better clarity.

• New organization and auditing of our Waitlists to be more accessible and understood by parents.

• Revising employee training and hiring practices.

• Creating a new professional development cycle with pay upon completion to incentivize employee growth and many more!

Are staff members trained in CPR and first Aid?

Yes. All Lead Teachers are required to be certified upon hire. For staff members who have not completed Pediatric First Aid, we aim to hold PCP First Aid Training in both the spring and fall. Additionally, all staff members are required to take MiRegistry’s 3 part course called Health and Safety for Child Care Providers as well as MiRegistry’s Infant Safe Sleep for Michigan Child Care Providers course before entering a classroom.

Are there planned opportunities for families to get to know one another?

Yes. Families with children enrolled at Peoples Church Preschool can be involved as much or as little as they desire. Socially, our families enjoy dinner out together at local restaurants at various times throughout the year. In addition, the school hosts the Celebrating Families International Picnic each September, a fall open house for enrolled families, an Art Show & Ice Cream Social, a Spring Children’s Concert, Parents Night Out, and more.

Individual classrooms also host parent-child lunches and encourage parents to participate in field trips, celebrations, and regular days. Administratively, parents are welcome to join the Parent Group to share insight on decision-making and personal support for the program.

Why Choose Peoples Church Preschool?

"In transitioning our child from another daycare facility, we hoped to find a place where our daughter was challenged and respected, and where the staff and curriculum were not only current, but forward-thinking. Our experience at Peoples Church Preschool has exceeded our expectations in every category. We are consistently impressed with the Preschool's child-centered learning approach, the integration of environmental sustainability into daily routines, field trips and family events, and parent-teacher communication."

~ Amanda, Toddler Room

"We are so happy with the amazing staff. They are kind, understanding and always willing to help with any situation that may arise. Enrolling my son has been the best decision I’ve ever made! Thank you Peoples Church Preschool."

~ Susie, A.M. and P.M. Preschool

"We are incredibly grateful and thankful for all of the hard work, thoughtfulness and commitment that goes into caring for the children in the Two's Class.  Our daughter continues to develop and thrive at PCP and I realize that much of that growth is a result of her teacher/caregivers and the authentic relationships they have worked so hard to develop with her.  PCP is a tremendous blessing to our family.  Thank you for living life with our family."                  

~ Shalonda, Two's Class

"The Peoples church has been an amazing and fantastic school since day one. Being a single parent and sharing custody with a child that is in your program has been easy and handled extremely well on their end. Both me and my child’s mother get equal information, share all schooling experience, and are made to feel like we matter every day when it comes to his schooling. The staff has been amazing and my son looks forward to every day at school with them. They’re always smiling and grateful to see him and to be honest ... it’s a great way for us to start our day. Thank you for all that you do and we look forward to the upcoming years."

~ McKinley, Two's Room

"As a single parent who went from full-time mom to full-time job, it was important to me to find a preschool where my daughter would feel safe, secure, and loved while she was away from home. Peoples Church Preschool became the home away from home that I wanted for her. She has been nurtured, loved, and her individuality celebrated by her caring teachers. My daughter has thrived in PCP’s dynamic, child-centered, rhythmic, play-based community. She especially loves the nature-based activities and has become quite the little environmental advocate! I love that she has been exposed to such a diverse array of activities that she can explore to her heart’s content, and that she feels like a cherished part of her school community.

~ Laura, Preschool 2