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EARTHPLACE PRESCHOOL
2's Program 3's and 4's Programs
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Since 1967, the Earthplace Preschool, licensed by the state of Connecticut, has offered a unique nature-oriented program and a wonderful educational experience. Students enjoy walking on the trails of the 62-acre wildlife sanctuary, and have direct access to the many wild and teaching animals that reside at Earthplace. Fun learning experiences are provided in order to encourage children to develop a strong sense of self and an appreciation for the natural world around them.
Childhood curiosity leads to discovery exploration, and the classrooms include a variety of centers to encourage this learning. Some of the centers are the sand and water table, an art area with easel, the dress-up area, plenty of blocks and trucks, puzzles, the kitchen/home center and a book area with a couch. Students in the 3’s and 4’s Programs also enjoy using the writing centers, complete with scissors, markers, crayons and tape. Outdoor activities include sand play, climbing, playing with balls and trucks, using the swings and slides, pretending in the playhouse, and working in our new children's garden. The children also take trail walks, learn about the animals at Earthplace from the naturalists, meet special community visitors such as a fireman or a dentist, construct wooden sculptures, create play dough, "cook" food, sing songs, listen to stories, learn numbers and letters, socialize and make new friends.
The highly experienced staff of preschool teachers has been at Earthplace for many years. The teachers attend workshops and college seminars regularly, to remain current with early childhood education issues and teaching techniques.
Children attend class from September through May for 1½ hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The Tuesday class includes a parenting group in which parents explore the many joys and perils of parenting toddlers. Led by Karen Salzarulo, LCSW, this informal group discussion explores various parenting techniques while increasing an understanding of age-appropriate behaviors through developmental stages. Thursday is a drop-off day. There is a maximum of eight children per class with one lead teacher and two assistants. Children must be two years old by September 30 of the school year in which they attend. There are three class times for the 2’s classes:
Tuesday/Thursday: 8:45 – 10:15 AM
10:30 AM –
12:00 PM
3:00 PM – 4:30
PM
Three and four-year-olds have the choice of two, three or five-day programs. Individual parent/teacher conferences take place twice each year, and parent/teacher group "chats" are scheduled throughout the year. Parent involvement in activities and fund-raising is welcomed through sign-ups at the beginning of the year.
An optional "Lunch Club" program is available every day for an extra fee. Sign-up is done on a weekly basis. Program begins at 10:30 AM for afternoon students, and meets from 11:30 AM - 1:15 PM for morning students.
3’s Program
Three-year-olds meet from September through May for 2½ hours a day. There is a maximum of 16 children and a minimum of three teachers per class. Children must be three years old by December 31 of the school year in which they attend.
Morning Session: 8:45 until 11:30 AM
3-year-olds meet Monday, Wednesday and
Friday
Afternoon Session: 12:15 until 3:00 PM,
Monday, Wednesday and Friday,
12:20 until 2:50 PM, Tuesday and Thursday
Children can attend five days a week at the above times each day.
4’s Program
Four-year-olds meet from September through May for 2½ hours a day. There is a maximum of 18 children and a minimum of three teachers per class. Children must be four years old by December 31 of the school year in which they attend.
Morning Session: 8:45 until 11:30 AM
4-year-olds meet Monday through Friday
Afternoon Session: 12:15 until 3:00 PM
4-year-olds meet Monday, Wednesday and
Friday,
Tuesday and Thursday or Monday through
Friday
Children attend for one hour once a week with their mother, father, grandparent or nanny from September through December and/or January through May. The children and their adults play together and participate in a variety of art, science and nature-oriented activities, including trail hikes and visits to the Animal Hall. Themes and activities change from week to week. There is a maximum of seven children per class, with two teachers. Children must be two years old by December 31 of the school year in which they attend.
Wednesday
9:10 – 10:10 AM
OR
Friday 9:10 – 10:10 AM
Fall 2008
Wednesday classes begin September 24, end December 17
Friday classes begin September 26, end December 19
2009
Wednesday classes begin January 14, end May 13
Friday classes begin January 16, end May 15
2008-2009 Tuition
| 2’s Program | $2,810 (September – May) |
| 3’s Programs |
$3,085 (2 days/week; Sept. – May) $3,820 (3 days/week; Sept. – May) $5,650 (5 days/week; Sept. – May) |
| 4’s Programs |
$3,270 (2 days/week; Sept. – May) $3,820 (3 days/week; Sept. – May) $5,650 (5 days/week; Sept. – May) |
| Mommy & Me |
$312 - Fall, 12 sessions $390 - Spring, 15 sessions |
An additional Earthplace family membership fee of $75 is required at the time of registration for all classes. Membership benefits include free or discounted program fees, bi-monthly newsletters, access to the Earthplace museum and 62-acre open space wildlife sanctuary, and 10% store discounts.
Click here to print out and mail in or fax our Interest Form. Your child's name will be added to the list of potential enrollees. You will be contacted by phone to discuss availability, as well as invited to tour our facilities.