We offer parents an opportunity for a better understanding of their preschool child through their participation at the school. Children learn through interactions with people, both other children and adults, and through the active exploration of materials. Our educational philosophy and program are designed to build self-esteem, confidence, curiosity, responsibility and respect for one another. In our program:
 

• The child's physical development and well-being and creative expressions are nurtured.
• The abilities to problem-solve, to think independently, to make choices and to develop a positive attitude toward learning are strongly encouraged.
• Outdoor play and exploration are highly encouraged through the use of the adjoining playground, neighboring fields and nearby woods.
• Children have an opportunity to interact across generations, not only through the families who participate but also through the school's ongoing involvement with the neighboring life care facility for senior citizens.
• Children are encouraged to recognize similarities in one another and appreciate differences.
• Children are encouraged to enhance oral language skills through interaction with others.
• Children build the foundation for learning to read and write through the daily exploration of the school's environment.
• Children are exposed to math concepts throughout each day as they engage in a variety of activities.
• Children explore science with resources available indoors and outdoors.

Parental Advantages

Parents have the ability to experience hands-on involvement in their preschooler's social, physical, emotional and intellectual development in their first formal program outside the home.  Our school also provides extensive informal support for the parents. Our monthly evening co-op meetings allow for the business discussions of the school and open discussions on child development issues such as:

• Playground etiquette
• Reacting to misbehavior in social situations
• Encouraging safety zones for socialization

Often outside professionals attend evening meetings as guest lecturers.  Some topics of discussion include the stages of reading and writing at the preschool level, positive parenting and discipline, and artistic expression of children.  These lectures and related resource materials provide parents with perspective in their child rearing.

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Family Cooperative Preschool 565 Osgood Street North Andover, Ma 01845 978-682-4012 FamilyCo-op@comcast.net

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