The Seaside Nursery School puts children, and their families, first. The nursery's stated purpose is to provide activities that help children develop and learn at their own growth rates in an informal and flexible program aimed at the needs of the individual child.
Seaside's curriculum includes language, arts, science, math, art, music, movement and social studies. Teachers see themselves as facilitators, to provide support and information to both children and parents. Parents are always welcome, whether for a special event, or just to stop in and see how the day is going.
Seaside Nursery School has 4 programs: toddler, transitional pre-school, pre-school and transitional kindergarten. A brochure with explanations can be requested.
The Tower Day School is located behind the Centre Congregational Church, on Summer Street in the center of town. Although the school is owned by the church, the preschool and kindergarten are not religiously affiliated. The school runs a preschool morning session from 8:30am to 11:30am, an afternoon session from noon to 3pm and a full-day preschool from 8:30am to 2 :30pm. There is also a full-day transitional kindergarten for four year olds and a kindergarten program for five year olds from 8:30am to 2:30pm. The school year runs from Labor Day through June, and registration begins in January for the following year. Sally McDonald, the school's director, has run the Tower Day School for the past 25 years.
Sacred Hearts Nursery School is a Catholic early childhood education center offers a safe and engaging environment for children from 2 1/2 to 5 years old. The school teaches academics, life skills, Italian language lessons and computer skills.
St. Mary's School is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School that delivers inquiry-based academic excellence and develop well-rounded, confident children. The school creates a creative environment founded on Christian values for students to succeed.
St. Mary's is the only primary school in Orange County to offer the IB program and enhances critical thinking. It focuses on developing skills to meet the challenges of a global, technological economy. The school incorporates strong athletic programs, enrichment classes, extended care and summer programs for students in preschool through grade eight. Students are given a chance to develop the life-long practice of learning, leading and serving.
The Andover Rompers Nursery School was founded in 1982 by a group of mothers as a day care. After six months, the group of mothers decided to hire a staff and turn the operation into a full preschool. Now the organization is strong and continues to foster the growth of 3- and 4-year-old children from around the area.
Joy Kids Learning Center is a childcare facility offering Christian educational programs to preschool-age children. The owners of the center are Melissa Fullerton and Kenneth Graham. All the instructors here are certified. The center accepts children who are not potty trained.
Kidango is a non-profit organization that specializes in early education and family support services in the Bay Area, specifically in Alameda and Santa Clara counties. This part-day preschool is located at Guy Emanuele, Jr. Elementary School. Visit Web-site for enrollment information.
This Montessori school has a beautiful front garden, backyard playground, and is located on a quiet street. The school offers a diverse assortment of extracurricular activities for your pre-school toddler, including gymnastics, music, and gardening.
All teachers here have obtained an AMI (Association Montessori International) degree and advance the school's mission of helping children "develop within themselves the fundamental habits, attitudes, skills, and ideas which are essential for a lifetime of creative thinking and learning."
Founded in 1951, the Menlo Atherton Cooperative Nursery School is a parent-owned and administered school that depends on parent participation for committee and fund-raising work. Focusing on child-based education, Menlo Atherton believes that "if a child has the opportunity to develop confidence in himself, he will be able to think for himself, make his own decisions, and work out solutions to his own problems." Children must be 21 months to 6 years old to attend. Strong emphasis is placed on creating a sense of self confidence and respect for others in each student at this nursery.
Rockland Jewish Academy is a Jewish day school that provides children in pre-school through fifth grade with a secular and Judaic curriculum. Rather than splitting up secular and religious studies, the school interweaves religious and Hebrew elements throughout the day. The school is located on the Rockland Jewish Community Campus, and has access to the center's facilities. Before- and after-school programs are also available.
The Wetherill School offers programs for kids age 3 - 5 years of age. The program incorporates the methods of Montessori, Piaget, Dewey and the Reggio Emilia Schools. It incorporates music, creative movement, French as well as various hands-on learning activities.
Since its founding in 1963 by First Parish in Framingham, Framingham Centre Nursery School has provided dedicated programming for young children in the community. The preschool meets the needs of the diverse population in Framingham and the surrounding areas by encouraging each child to grow through socialization and hands-on experiences. The school offers a flexible schedule on weekdays, starting at 7:30am, and enrolls students from age 2 to 6; toilet training is not required. The school offers weekly music and gym classes, and provides weekly Spanish classes for its 4-hour program.