## Celebrate Each Child As a Gift From God CDLC is a nationally accredited, four-star Parent Aware rated, faith-based nonprofit preschool at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Burnsville, MN. We welcome all families and are dedicated to developing strong self-esteem through spiritual, social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth. > "It is the process, not the product, of play that is essential in developing the foundational skills of life." ### What We Do Every Day Our children engage in literacy, math, fine and large motor skills, themed snacks, music, creative arts, science, sensory activities, and dramatic play. Each month students enjoy music lessons with Ms. Robin, social-emotional learning with Ms. Essie, Soccer Shots, Movement with Max, guest readers, visiting specialists, and community partners including firefighters, dentists, and nurses. ### Class Schedules | Days | Morning | All Day | |------|---------|---------| | Tuesday / Thursday | 9:00–11:30 AM | 9:00 AM–3:15 PM | | Mon / Wed / Fri | 9:00–11:30 AM | 9:00 AM–3:15 PM | | Monday–Friday | 9:00–11:30 AM | 9:00 AM–3:15 PM | Teacher-to-student ratio: **1 to 10** ### Five Areas of Growth **Spiritual Growth** — The curriculum integrates Christian values through teachable moments, Bible stories, and songs. **Social Growth** — Children develop independence and a positive self-image through collaborative play and respectful interaction. **Emotional Growth** — We provide tools for children to understand and express their feelings within group settings. **Physical Growth** — Fine and large motor skills are developed through play-based activities tailored to individual abilities. **Cognitive Growth** — Teachers design curriculum based on emerging classroom needs and interests, building foundational problem-solving and academic readiness. ### What Families Are Saying > "My daughter used to cry at drop-off at her other program. Now she eagerly looks forward to each day." — Craig Heiman > "Both my introverted and extroverted children received exactly what they needed." — Jess Amling > "My child with health challenges was loved and embraced for who he was." — Brandon Bragg > "CDLC is a gift to the community." — Katie B.