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All classes are based on the School’s Philosophy of Learning Through Play. The 2.5 year old to the 4 year old classes and TK include a special music instructor once a week (Click here for sample music class summary). The 3 year old to the 4 year old classes and TK also include a yoga instructor once a week. All classes have seasonal, age appropriate field trips and guest speakers. |
Pre-School Classes
Mommy and Me
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For children 18 months to 2 years old with one grown-up/caregiver (ex. parent, grandparent, nanny).
Three sessions are held each year and are an excellent introduction for children to a structured learning environment. 1 day a week: Friday, 10 to 11:15 am 12 students to one teacher, one aide, and all the grown-ups. Spring Registration |
2.5 Year Olds
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For children 2.5 to 3 years old. The class concentrates on the basic social skills needed in a classroom environment and separation from parents, and uses a curriculum based on shapes and colors.
2 days a week: Thu-Fri, 8:45 to 11:15 am 12 students to one teacher, one aide, and one parent |
3 Year Olds
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For children turning 3 by October 1st. This class uses a curriculum concentrating on beginning geometry (empty/full, half/whole), language skills, colors, and shapes.
3 days a week: Mon-Tue-Wed, 8:45 to 11:15 am Optional 4th day (Thursdays) can be added. Lunch is available till 12:30, along with Enrichments. 14 students to one teacher, one aid, and one parent |
4 Year Olds
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For children who will be 4 years old by October 1st. This class is specifically designed to prepare children for the Kindergarten experience with a curriculum that emphasizes letters, numbers, language skills, and pre-reading.
4 days a week: Mon-Thurs, 8:45 to 11:15am Optional 5th day (Fri) can be added. Lunch is available till 12:30, along with Enrichments. 17 students to one teacher, one aide, and one parent |
Transitional Kindergarten
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This class is for the young 5 (child must be 5 years old by December 31) who would benefit from another year to mature socially and academically before entering traditional Kindergarten. The curriculum includes pre-reading skills, enhancing communication, listening, and interpersonal skills, the development of fine motor ability, and introducing basic math concepts.
5 days a week Mornings: Mon-Tue-Wed-Thu-Fri, 8:45 to 11:15 am Lunch is available till 12:30, along with Enrichments. 14 students to one teacher and one aide |
STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math)
STEAM is an afternoon program for children in the TK and 4s classes that recognizes and celebrates each child's natural curiosity about the world and how it works. Children may attend 2, 3 or 4 afternoons
(Monday - Thursday) from 12:30-3 pm.
For more information about the STEAM program, please contact Jane Dalton at janemdalton@optonline.net or Deirdre Tarrant at director@glenrockcoop.org.
(Monday - Thursday) from 12:30-3 pm.
For more information about the STEAM program, please contact Jane Dalton at janemdalton@optonline.net or Deirdre Tarrant at director@glenrockcoop.org.
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Enrichment Spring 2019
We typically run 3 sessions of Enrichment Classes through the school year. Each class is $150 for the full 8 week session. If you’ve already paid for lunch on that particular day and wish to add an enrichment class, the cost is $90 per class. With the exception of the Friday Books & Cooks class, classes run during the lunch hour (11:15-12:30), so be sure to send a parent-packed (nut free) lunch and drink for your child.
Little World Travelers (ages 3 and up)
Monday, 11:15AM to 12:30PM
Come travel the world with us! In this class, each student will receive a passport that will take them to different corners of the world. Each class will explore a different country through stories, songs, and games. Children will learn about the culture of each country and discover the things they do in that country for fun! Based on enrollment, parents are welcome to come in and share information about their country if they’d like. Led by Mrs. Reiman and Mrs. Walsh.
Come travel the world with us! In this class, each student will receive a passport that will take them to different corners of the world. Each class will explore a different country through stories, songs, and games. Children will learn about the culture of each country and discover the things they do in that country for fun! Based on enrollment, parents are welcome to come in and share information about their country if they’d like. Led by Mrs. Reiman and Mrs. Walsh.
Books & Cooks (ages 4 and up)
Monday, 11:15AM to 12:30PM
Books & Cooks will encourage your child’s love for reading along with introducing
measurements, kitchen safety and simple recipe directions. Each week your child will
be introduced to a different story book and then create recipes based on the theme of
the week. Led by Mrs. Reichert and Mrs. Moscarello.
Books & Cooks will encourage your child’s love for reading along with introducing
measurements, kitchen safety and simple recipe directions. Each week your child will
be introduced to a different story book and then create recipes based on the theme of
the week. Led by Mrs. Reichert and Mrs. Moscarello.
Science (ages 3 and up)
Tuesday, 11:15AM to 12:30PM
We’ll explore the wonders of science, develop science skills, and learn about earth, life, and physical science topics through fun individual, small group, and whole-class activities. Led by Mrs. Reichert and Mrs. Moscarello.
We’ll explore the wonders of science, develop science skills, and learn about earth, life, and physical science topics through fun individual, small group, and whole-class activities. Led by Mrs. Reichert and Mrs. Moscarello.
Books & Cooks (ages 3 and up)
Wednesday, 11:15AM to 12:30PM
Books & Cooks will encourage your child’s love for reading along with introducing measurements, kitchen safety and simple recipe directions. Each week your child will be introduced to a different story book and then create recipes based on the theme of the week. Led by Mrs. Reichert and Mrs. Moscarello.
Books & Cooks will encourage your child’s love for reading along with introducing measurements, kitchen safety and simple recipe directions. Each week your child will be introduced to a different story book and then create recipes based on the theme of the week. Led by Mrs. Reichert and Mrs. Moscarello.
Build & Create (ages 4 and up)
Thursday, 11:15AM to 12:30PM
In this fun-filled literature-based building class, students will have an opportunity to explore and create with various materials such as wooden unit blocks, cuisenaire rods, and Lincoln Logs while developing mathematical, spatial, and social skills. For example, students will listen to the story The Three Little Pigs and will use their inspiration and imagination to work on constructing a sturdy structure. Led by Mrs. Reiman and Mrs. Walsh.
In this fun-filled literature-based building class, students will have an opportunity to explore and create with various materials such as wooden unit blocks, cuisenaire rods, and Lincoln Logs while developing mathematical, spatial, and social skills. For example, students will listen to the story The Three Little Pigs and will use their inspiration and imagination to work on constructing a sturdy structure. Led by Mrs. Reiman and Mrs. Walsh.
Yoga with Ms. Roughgarden! (ages 4 and up)
Thursday, 11:15AM to 12:30PM
Yoga benefits us all, big and small! Why not start young? Yoga physically enhances coordination, gross motor skills, flexibility, strength, and body awareness. Yoga also improves mindfulness, concentration, and an overall sense of calm. A certified Children’s Yoga Instructor, Ms. Roughgarden will guide the children through stories using various yoga poses.
Yoga benefits us all, big and small! Why not start young? Yoga physically enhances coordination, gross motor skills, flexibility, strength, and body awareness. Yoga also improves mindfulness, concentration, and an overall sense of calm. A certified Children’s Yoga Instructor, Ms. Roughgarden will guide the children through stories using various yoga poses.
Little Ninjas! (ages 4 and up)
Friday, 11:15-12:30
Our little ninjas will run, creep, and sneak their way through obstacles, tackling a new mission each week. Each class begins with a story. Then, each Ninja will have a chance to guide the class through a combination of stretches, kicks, and punches. The group is then given a mission to complete using problem solving skills and teamwork. Finally, we end with a challenge like an obstacle course, vertical leap, long jump, etc. An active class that works on children’s gross motor skills, balance, and reasoning skills, Little Ninjas is high-kicking fun! Led by Mrs. Tarrant and Mrs. Dalton
Our little ninjas will run, creep, and sneak their way through obstacles, tackling a new mission each week. Each class begins with a story. Then, each Ninja will have a chance to guide the class through a combination of stretches, kicks, and punches. The group is then given a mission to complete using problem solving skills and teamwork. Finally, we end with a challenge like an obstacle course, vertical leap, long jump, etc. An active class that works on children’s gross motor skills, balance, and reasoning skills, Little Ninjas is high-kicking fun! Led by Mrs. Tarrant and Mrs. Dalton
