Regular school hours are 8:00 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. The hours for before school care are from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. on days when school is in session. Parents of pre-school children are asked to sign your child in on the sheet posted by the classroom door before bringing your child to the activity center. The hours for after school care are from 3:15 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on days when school is in session. 

Corporal punishment is not used at St. Philip Neri. Rather, we try to instill self-discipline. Our students, from the youngest to the oldest, are held accountable for their actions, decisions, and choices. Guidance is focused on individual and group problem-solving, self-care skills, personal safety, and respect for others. Our teachers encourage the students’ social and emotional development while fostering an attitude of fairness and justice. One technique used frequently in our pre-school classes is “time-out” in which a child is sent away from the large group to think about his/her behavior. Before the child can enter into a group setting, there is a dialogue between the teacher and the child. Discipline is kind but firm.

Since our pre-school program is a full day, our students need time to rest. Sleep mats are purchased from the school office. Many children rest better if they have a small crib-size blanket or quilt with them to use as a cover. Beach towels also work well.

Pre-schoolers have a morning snack period each day. Parents are asked to provide snacks as requested by the teacher. Parents should bring healthy snacks on their assigned days. A suggested list of ideas will be provided to the parents. Please make sure your child arrives each day having eaten a healthy breakfast. Students may eat in Before School Care.

The lunch menu can be found on the website here.

Information on how to apply can be found on our Admissions Page.

Tuition and fees can be found here.