LEDGEMERE'S  MISSION
Ledgemere strives to provide our children and families with the best preschool experience available. Ledgemere's minimum standards are in line with the recommendations and developmentally appropriate practices that are endorsed by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. We strive to nurture and educate our children to become life long learners and self-confident individuals.
LEDGEMERE'S CLASSES & TUITION
Toddler class - Nursery School Class designed for two and early three year old children. This first school experience will have an emphasis on social and emotional growth, learning school routines, learning to separate from primary caregivers and to form meaningful attachments with teachers. The children do not have to be potty trained to attend this class. Maximum number of children enrolled is 10; with 2 teachers. This class meets Mondays & Fridays 8:30~11:30.
Three Year Olds - Traditional 3 Year Old Nursery School Class specifically designed for three year old children. The Curriculum includes themes such as “All About Me,” “Dinosaurs,” and “Insects,” just to name a few. Curriculum goals focus on being a nice friend, learning school routines/rules, and becoming more independent. The children will have a variety of activities to choose from in the different activity centers throughout the room. The activity centers include literacy, math, blocks, arts & crafts, dramatic play, games/manipulatives, and puzzles. Maximum number of children enrolled is 12; with 2 teachers. This class meets Tuesdays & Thursdays 8:30~11:30 am.
Four Year Olds - Traditional 4 Year Old Nursery School Class specifically designed to meet the needs of young children during this stage of their development. Curriculum includes themes such as “Our Holiday Traditions,” “Construction,” and “Space,” just to name a few. Curriculum goals include Kindergarten readiness, social and emotional development, and nurturing self-confidence. The children will have a variety of activities to choose from in the different activity centers throughout the room. The activity centers include literacy, math, blocks, arts & crafts, dramatic play, games/manipulatives, and puzzles. Maximum number of children enrolled is 15; with 2 teachers. This class meets Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 8:30~11:30 am.
J. K/Kindergarten class - This mixed age class is specifically designed for children entering kindergarten the following school year. Therefore, children may be four or five years old. Curriculum is specifically designed to include aspects of a typical kindergarten classroom including “signing in everyday,” “math circle,” and “literacy circle.” Children in this Jr. K class are expected to be more independent in their personal care and in their work habits. Curriculum goals include Kindergarten readiness, social and emotional development, and nurturing self-confidence. The children will have a variety of activities to choose from in the different activity centers throughout the room. The activity centers include literacy, math, blocks, arts & crafts, dramatic play, games/manipulatives, and puzzles. Maximum number of children enrolled is 15; with 2 teachers. Schedule options include 3, 4, or 5 days per week. This class meets Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays 12:30~3:30 am.
"Busy Bees" Enrichment Two & Early Three Year Old Class - This class is designed for two and three year old children that are looking for an enrichment opportunity one day per week. This first school experience will have an emphasis on social and emotional growth, learning school routines, learning to separate from primary caregivers, and to form meaningful attachments with teachers. Children do not have to be potty trained to attend this classs. Maximum number of children enrolled is 12; with 2 teachers. This class will meet from 8:30~11:30 on Wednesdays.
Fairy Tale Tuesdays & Alphatots Class - This is an enrichment class designed for three, four and five year old children. This year we will offer Fairy Tale Tuesdays where the curriculum will be constructed to explore one fairy tale per day. The children will be introduced to the fairy tale through circle time activities. Enrichment opportunities will then be offered including (but not limited to) story re-enactment, arts and crafts projects, pretend play, literacy and math development. On Thursdays we will offer our new Alphatots program which will focus on one letter (or number) each day. The curriculum will cover all 26 letters and numbers 1 through 9; children will explore the letters and numbers through hands on activities that will teach literacy and math skills, writing and phonics, and creative arts. Maximum number of children enrolled is 12; with 2 teachers. Schedule options include either 1 or 2 days per week. Fairy Tale Tuesdays & Alphatots on Thursdays will meet from 8:30~11:30.
Afternoon Three & Four Year Old class - This mixed age class is designed for preschool children ages three and four. Curriculum goals include Kindergarten readiness (for four year olds), social and emotional development, and nurturing self-confidence. The children will have a variety of activities to choose from in the different activity centers throughout the room. The activity centers include literacy, math, blocks, arts & crafts, dramatic play, games/manipulatives, and puzzles. Maximum number of children is 12; with 2 teachers. Schedule options include 2, 3 or 5 days per week. This class meets Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays 12:30~3:30.
* Children must be potty trained to be at Ledgemere EXCEPT for the Toddler class.
The REGISTRATION FEE is due upon enrollment. The fee is $100.00 ~ this is a non-refundable fee to cover the registration process, fixed overheads costs (ie. insurance, fire system maintenance) and ensure your child’s enrollment in Ledgemere. It also is our assurance that you are serious about your child attending our school.
The ANNUAL TUITION FEE is divided into 10 payments per year; beginning August 15th and due on the 15th of the month thru and including May 15th. Vacations and holidays have been taken into account when figuring this equal monthly tuition. Monthly payments work best for most families but other arrangements can certainly be made in advance by speaking with the director. Please call for current tuition rates.
DAILY ROUTINE
Following arrival and outdoor play, we begin our day inside:
Circle Time: group time for discussion about weather, date, calendar, season, introductions and instruction concerning daily and weekly activities and themes: andf the children participate in songs, fingerplays and stories.
Snack: group snack encourages the art of conversation, manners and time to wind down from group play.
Choosing Time: children make their own choices from a variety of learning/play stations. They may select from the various play areas...blocks, housekeeping/pretend, language arts, pre-math, library, sensory table, special projects, puzzles and more!
Clean-up: children are active participants in cleaning up the room.
Second circle: we meet once again for a shorter circle time with a story or a movement activity.
Outdoor Play & Dismissal: An important part of each day! A supervised, unstructured time for children to run and play with peers. Don't underestimate the importance of this social play time. |
