For 18 years, Bright Beginnings has provided infant and child care to Norwalk's parents. Situated in a private home with an ample backyard, this day care can accommodate up to six children, ages 2 months to 5 years. It is located in a residential neighborhood north of Route 1 and convenient to Interstate 95.
One of two locations in South Norwalk, Children's Playhouse Too offers toddlers a safe environment to learn some of their most basic life skills. Parents are encouraged to participate and volunteer in their children's education so they can see their precious tykes learning and interacting with peers.
This company offers in-home care for all ages, from infants to the elderly. It also provides medical staffing and employment services.
Green Moon offers children from 18 months to eight years old classes and programs in art, music and Spanish. The programs and classes are designed to develop children cognitively, socially and physically. Green Moon also plays host to birthday parties on Saturdays and Sundays and provides all types of art supplies while parents supply food and decorations. To view the schedule of classes, visit the website or call the number provided for more information.
Joyce Abate, MSEd, Carousel's Executive Director, has been involved in childcare in Norwalk for over 20 years and has owned Carousel since 1985. Focusing on childcare and education, the staff of Carousel use their previous and on-going education to provide a nurturing environment for the children to learn and grow. All staff members are required to have degrees in Early Childhood Education, or be matriculating toward their degree in Early Childhood Education.
Located in a church's school building, the facility includes 3 outdoor play areas as well as an outdoor classroom. These spaces provide an area for children to socialize while under the supervision of staff as well as allowing teachers to conduct lessons utilizing the natural environment. The school's early childhood curriculum is research-based and includes bi-lingual education classes, American Sign Language lessons and physical education.
Carousel Preschool Day Nursery goes beyond minimum licensing standards and is an NAEYC accredited program, which is an international professional organization for early childhood educators. Carousel is also a selected Norwalk School Readiness program and is licensed through the Connecticut Department of Public Health.
For over 55 years, Community Cooperative has provided Rowayton's parents with a learn-through-play nursery school for children ages 2 through 5. Located off route 136, CCNS strives to provide a democratic, multi-racial environment in which the whole child is educated in a safe, relaxed and fun way. There are programs for 2s, 3s, and 4s, and financial aid is available.
Growing Seeds Child Development Center has a highly-trained, caring and responsive staff ready to nurture your pre-school child, specializing in ages 2 - 5. The Center accommodates children with special needs; a nurse is on site once per week. There's an open admission policy and sliding scale fees are available.
Five Mile River Nursery School is a non-religious nursery school open to children aged two to four years old. Located adjacent to the Rowayton United Methodist Church, Five Mile River Nursery School is a private school that offers a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn in a fun atmosphere.
Congregation Beth El is a conservative Jewish temple, offering very traditional services. With less than 300 families, the congregation is tight-knit and well-rooted in the community. The temple has been at its current location for more than 76 years and finds its Saturday morning service to be the most popular.
An accredited school located in South Norwalk, The Children's Playhouse encourages active parental involvement and believes that children learn best through day-to-day activities. In business since 1985, children of all backgrounds and ethnicities are invited to attend. There is also a second Norwalk location on West Avenue. A sliding fee scale is available.
Located on the lower floor of the United Church of Rowayton, the United Church Nursery School offers a fun and nurturing environment to foster the growth of young children. Parental involvement is encouraged in the learning process. The nursery school offers several enjoyable activities such as an Ice Cream Social, Movie Night, Parent's Night and Children's Art Shows.
The YMCA runs both a full and half-day educational program designed specifically for pre-schoolers. The curriculum includes academic as well as a rich arts program. Socialization is a core principle of what is encouraged at the YMCA. In addition, little ones get to go on field trips, learn gymnastics and take a weekly dip in the pool for their lesson.