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About St. Philip Preschool
St. Philip Preschool in Hurst
St. Philip Preschool is a well-established, licensed center in Hurst that has been serving families since 1986. Located on the campus of St. Philip Presbyterian Church, the program offers a developmentally appropriate curriculum that balances school readiness with spiritual nurturing. Children engage in enriched learning opportunities through dedicated music and movement classes, library visits, chapel, and outdoor gardening in the community garden space. The facility is equipped with a secure access system and internal camera monitoring to ensure a safe environment for all students. Led by Director Kimberly Johnson, who brings over two decades of experience, the school is known for its exceptional staff stability and family-like atmosphere. Parents frequently highlight the cleanliness of the classrooms and the responsiveness of the leadership team.
What Parents Say
5 reviews from parents
The best place for my baby! I was skeptical of daycare, but he started here when he was one and has learned so much!! I appreciate the constant communication (pictures & videos) friendly staff, safe environment, and so many family events! Couldn’t be more happier! I’ve recommended several of my friends to bring their babies here! Shout out to everyone that has worked with my baby! We love you all!
I can’t say enough great things about this school. It’s affordable, clean, the curriculum is great (my daughter has excelled and has had a ton of growth) and the staff are all kind and actually care. The director and leadership staff are involved and listen! If you are on the fence, this is your sign to have your little one join this amazing school/family!
I can't say enough great things about this school! My daughter just recently started the preschool class with Ms. Shatha and I feel so thankful and relieved to have found a school that truly cares for my daughter like I do. I could tell immediately when I toured the school that the direcror and staff here have a passion for child care and love what they do. I was amazed that staff here seemed to know each child individually and had developed a bond with them. It was so special and gives me such peace of mind when I'm at work. The school is incredibly clean, full of fun educational activities and I am blown away by the responsiveness of staff and the director personally. I also LOVE the individualized pictures of my daughter so I can see what kind of activities she does every day, it is something I look forward to every day when I'm at work- being able to see her playing makes my heart so full. Most importantly my daughter loves this school and her teachers. She tells me every day how much fun she has and how much she loves her teachers and that is simply something you cannot put a price on. We are so incredibly grateful for everyone here and I highly recommend this school!!!
We just moved to the area last year and put our kids here. We love it!! One of my kids sometimes struggles with letting me leave while he stays, but his teachers are so positive, patient, and helpful. And within minutes of me leaving, he is so happy to be there! I love the app they use for communication with parents as well! The teachers as well as the directors are all kind and welcoming! Definitely recommend!
I absolutely love St Philips preschool! Everyone is absolutely wonderful. My child has learned so much in his time here and truly loves coming every morning! Staff is so great with my child and always so helpful with any questions or concerns. Love getting updates throughout the day! If you are thinking of putting your child in daycare, this is your sign to choose St.Philip’s!
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Safety Record
No safety concerns, major violations, or legal issues were found for St. Philip Preschool in public records or news reports. The facility is a licensed child care center (Operation #210532) that has been in continuous operation since February 1986 and requires all staff to undergo criminal background checks. Internal safety measures include a secure access system, a camera system, and a parent portal for monitoring.
Parent Reputation
St. Philip Preschool maintains a highly positive reputation, holding a 5.0-star rating across review platforms such as Care.com and Google/Yelp aggregators with over 20 reviews. Parents frequently praise the 'loving, nurturing atmosphere,' 'exceptional' teaching staff, and the long-term consistency of the program. Common themes in reviews include children feeling like they are 'with family' and high satisfaction with both academic and spiritual growth.
Staff Insights
Employee reviews and parent testimonials highlight 'very low turnover' and 'great staff longevity,' with some teachers reported to have been at the school for over 20 years. Job postings indicate that staff are required to be CPR and First Aid certified, and the school offers benefits such as professional development assistance, tuition reimbursement, and health insurance. Employees describe the work environment as a 'fun, loving' atmosphere with a strong team culture.
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