Daily Life

Half Day

7:00 - 12:30

Full Day

7:00 - 3:00

Aftercare

3:00 - 5:30

Sample Schedule

Our Physical Space:

Our center is located on a spacious property a few short blocks from the Westfield train station. Our three classrooms are bright, open and airy. Learning centers in each class are devoted to art, block play, dramatic play, math, science, and reading. We constantly update and improve our classrooms to ensure that our children have the highest quality learning materials and a safe and secure space to learn. Outdoors, in our fully fenced playground, there’s lots of great equipment and plenty of room to run and play.

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Mixed-age classrooms:

We intentionally structure our classrooms to have an age range which offers several compelling benefits for child development and learning:

  • Social and Emotional Development
  • Enhanced Learning Through Peer Teaching
  • Reduced Competition and Comparison while increasing confidence
  • Extended Relationship Building
  • Natural Scaffolding of Learning
  • Real-World Social Preparation
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Nutrition:

All snacks throughout the day are included in tuition and we accommodate all allergy needs. Children bring their lunch and a microwave and refrigerator are available in each room. You are also welcome to send your child in with breakfast between 7-8:30am.

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Child Wellbeing

Child wellbeing is foundational because these early years are a critical period of rapid brain development and learning. In essence, a child who feels happy, secure, and cared for is building the confidence and emotional foundation they'll carry into every future learning experience.

Our Holistic Approach:

True learning happens when children feel safe, valued, and emotionally supported. Our comprehensive approach to child wellbeing encompasses every aspect of your child's development and daily experience.

Emotional Security and Mental Health:

Our teachers are trained to recognize and respond to each child's emotional needs, helping them develop healthy coping strategies and emotional regulation skills.

Social Development:

Children learn essential social skills through guided interactions, conflict resolution support, and opportunities to build meaningful friendships. We teach empathy, kindness, and respect for others.

Physical Wellness:

Daily outdoor play, movement activities, and attention to proper nutrition support children's physical development. We ensure adequate rest time and create calming spaces where children can recharge when needed.

Individual Growth and Self-Esteem:

Every child progresses at their own pace, and we honor their individual journey. We focus on effort and improvement and each child's interests and strengths are recognized and celebrated..

Family Partnership:

We work closely with families to ensure consistency between home and school, sharing observations and collaborating on strategies that support each child's unique needs. Open communication is essential.

Inclusive Community:

Our classroom community welcomes and values diversity, helping children develop appreciation for differences and building a foundation for lifelong respect and inclusion.

Ongoing Support:

We monitor each child's overall wellbeing and work with families to address any concerns promptly and compassionately, connecting with additional resources when beneficial.

Enrichment Activities and Special Programs

We offer a variety of engaging activities that complement our core curriculum and allow children to explore their interests and develop new skills.

Creative Arts:

Music and movement classes along with art exploration that develop fine motor skills and confidence.

Life Skills:

Cooking and nutrition activities teach healthy eating habits while developing measuring, following directions, and fine motor skills.

Physical Development:

Children develop body awareness, balance, and mindfulness techniques.

Community Connections:

Regular visits from community helpers like firefighters, police officers, or veterinarians expand children's understanding of their world.

STEM Exploration:

Science discovery sessions spark curiosity through hands-on experiments and nature exploration.

Seasonal Celebrations:

Special events and celebrations throughout the year build community and create lasting memories while honoring diverse traditions and cultures.

Language and Literacy:

Storytelling and drama activities build language skills and confidence in public speaking

Many activities are integrated into our daily schedule, while others may be offered as optional additional programs.