Requirements in Starting a Preschool in the Philippines

Even with the governments K+12 program, there is still a huge demand for private preschools. In fact, for those with the means, there may still be an incentive for parents to enrol their kids in private preschools. There is also an opportunity for a preschool to later on grow to become an elementary school after complying with the legal requirements. The main government institutions that regulate the establishment of preschools is the Department of Education (DepEd). To give the reader information, here are some of the basic requirements that you must comply with: Complete the GPR-4 Form. This is the primary form provided by the DepEd for those interested in applying for a Preschool, Day Care Center, Primary or Secondary schools. Submit the Articles of Incorporation and By-laws. You must first register with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as you need to form a corporation and acquire a corporate name. Present Copy of the Transfer Certificate of Title (TCT) and document of ownership of the school site or copy of Lease Contract (at least 10 years). Find an acceptable location and determine the size of the preschool. The proposed site must not be hazardous to health or morality, and the location must be conducive to the learning process. The area must be a minimum of 500 square meters, although a minimum of 200 square meters is allowed if there is an open space to complete the requirement that is not more than 200 meters away. Note that classrooms used by preschool children must be on the ground floor only. Present a certification of bank deposit. Besides the usual requirement of the SEC to show the paid-up capital, the DepEd requires certification that sufficient funds are available to run the schools operation for at least one year. Present a proposed budget. Create a planned budget and forecast of expenditures for the next year, as approved by the Board of Trustees/ Directors. Plan on campus development and list of facilities. This would include all those necessary in order to properly teach the listed courses along with the support services. Note that pictures of the site, rooms and facilities are also required. List of personnel and qualifications. This should include school administrators and both teaching and nonteaching personnel. Bond Agreement. This is in the amount of 1,000 per course with a maximum of PhP5,000 per school regardless of the number of courses. Be reminded that requirements change; do verify with the DepEd for the most current rules. Remember, too, that preschools must be handled not only as a business but also as a place where young minds are first formally molded. You must also have a passion to impart education besides the profit motive. To know more about this topic, BusinessCoach, Inc., a leading business seminar provider, conducts a seminar

entitled, How to Start and Manage a Preschool or Day Care Center. Contact (02) 727-5628, (02) 727-8860, (0915) 205-0133 or visit www.businesscoachphil.com for details. Click here to view details of the seminar: How to Start and Manage a Preschool or Day Care Center

Starting a Preschool or Day Care Center

Almost every community needs a preschool or day-care center, with both parents usually working now; there is a growing need for these establishments. Besides this, children who enter formal schooling are expected to already have some knowledge and so preschool has now become a necessity. A preschool or day care center is mainly established to help in the values formation and socialization of children aged 3 to 6 years old. The facility is intended for parents to prepare their children for grade school. As the population increases, the preschool education also steadily boomed and has become a profitable venture in the Philippines. The parents awareness for the need to enrol their children in the centers has in fact been a reason for most of them to save money for the purpose. For those who are interested in this venture, here are guidelines on how to start a preschool or day care center: Select a teaching method which you think is best for the children to learn. You may choose from the following philosophies: Montessori, Waldorf, Multiple Intelligence, etc. Look an ideal location. The best suitable site will be a highly populated area, where public transport is accessible. Register your business with the DTI for single proprietorship, or with the SEC if partnership or corporation. Get permit and license to operate at the DepEd and DSWD. Secure Barangay Clearance. This is needed before you can apply for a municipal license. Get a mayors permit and license to operate. Register with the BIR, SSS, Phil Health, Pag-Ibig. Build the structure. Aside from the classrooms, it helps if you provide facilities like library, laboratory, play area, canteen, and clinic. Have separate comfort rooms for boys and girls. Hire a School Administrator / Director. DepEd requires that he / she should have at least a masters degree (preferably MA in Education). The school administrator / directress will be in charge of parent-teacher relations, curriculum supervision, finance and budget, school policy and discipline, and all other school matters. Hire other employees. You have to hire qualified preschool teachers. He / She should not only be a good

teacher, but also must be kind, patient, resourceful, and fun. You also need to employ the services of a teacher aide, and a janitor. Look for suppliers. Know where to buy books, educational toys, school tables and chairs, uniforms, computers, first-aid kits, air-conditioning units and IDs. Also, scout for school service operators, insurance agencies and field trip coordinators. Determine how much tuition fee you will be charging. It helps to know the matriculation of the competitors. Also consider what additional value you may offer versus the others, so you may integrate this with your pricing. Market your service. Give out fliers and brochures to your target clients. You may also join neighbourhood bazaars, or organize open house events so the parents and their children can come to your place to have an actual classroom experience before they enrol in your center. Finally, for a preschool or day care center to be successful, learn to genuinely care for the children, with education as your utmost concern. To find out more about how to start a preschool or day care center you may attend a one-day seminar on the topic. Click here to view details of the training program: How to Start and Manage a Preschool or Day Care Center >>>

How to Start and Manage a Preschool or Day Care Center

About the Seminar Overview
Starting a preschool or daycare center can be both a profitable and fulfilling experience. The seminar aims to guide the beginner on how to start up and operate the business.

Objectives

To know the registration requirements in setting up a Preschool or Daycare. To determine the market potential. To know the capitalization needed and potential returns. To learn a Preschool/Daycares operations. To determine the proper pricing/tuition. To find out the best strategies for success in this business.

Who Should Participate

Those who are planning to put up their own Preschool or Daycare Center.

Key Topics

Introduction to the preschool/daycare business Steps in putting up a preschool/daycare (registration & legal requirements) Ideal location to put up a preschool/daycare Determining potential market Considerations in building, structure, required lot area, etc. Needed equipment and school supplies Hiring the most suitable teachers / staff and salary rates Curriculum development Daily operations and strategies to implement Dealing with your competitors Marketing your establishment Capital needed with cost breakdown Costing tuitions and other sources of income Potential return on investment Mistakes to avoid in putting up a preschool / daycare Sample business plan for a preschool

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9:00 am 4:00 pm

Venue
Unit 201 Richbelt Tower, 17 Annapolis St., Greenhills, San Juan City, Metro Manila