Class Structure
2 1/2-year-olds meet on Monday and Friday mornings, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Two classes of about ten students each is led by a teacher, assistant teacher and one assisting parent. Adult/child ratio: 1 to 4.
3- and 4-year-olds may enroll on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday mornings from 8:45 to 11:15 or Monday-Thursday afternoons from 12:30 to 3:00. These classes contain about 30 students, four teachers and two assisting parents. Adult/Child ratio: 1 to 5.
A Typical Day
The Co-op is fortunate to have a dedicated and highly-qualified staff of seven teachers and one full-time director who meet weekly to plan and evaluate the programs.
Thus, what appears to be simply play is actually the result of careful planning and thoughtful application of educational theories by the teaching staff. A balance of self-initiated and planned activities is offered to stretch the children’s minds as well as their muscles.
Individual Choices
Each class begins with a free play period during which the children move as they please among the many different interest centers. For example, one may choose art, blocks or sand play, then move on to the climber or book corner.
Group Time
Free play is followed by a cooperative clean up, snack and structured group time. In groups, the children may sing, share news, listen to stories or participate in movement activities.
Weather permitting, the 3- and 4-year-olds play outside everyday.
