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School Philosophy
The Clifton Park Nursery School (CPNS) is a family-centered program.
We are a cooperative organization in which our parents, children, and
our teacher all work and play together to create a
school environment that is supportive and enriching
for all members.
The age appropriate play-based programs offer
children an opportunity to grow socially,
intellectually, and emotionally. The children learn
to make social contacts in groups -- small and
large, supervised and informal. Children learn to develop initiative and leadership and to respect themselves and others.
They learn to cooperate, to take turns, to share, to
verbalize their feelings. They learn appropriate
behavior, and to respect the rights of other
children.
At CPNS, children have a chance to explore the world around them through hands-on experience. A wide variety of materials and activities are provided for this purpose:
painting, drawing and cutting to improve fine motor
skills and express creativity; playground and climbing structures to define and exercise large muscles; puzzles and small toys to develop small muscles and coordination; blocks and housekeeping areas to provide occasions for replaying life situations; music, arts, and handicraft facilities to provide a base of aesthetic and cultural experience. In addition to all of this, there are special activities -- cooking projects, science projects, field trips, interesting visitors, etc. -- to further broaden each child's range of experience.
Through the Helping Parent aspect of the program,
children develop open, happy relationships with other adults without becoming overly dependent on them.
Our children grow and enjoy their educational
experience at the Little Red School House so that
they are prepared to be lifelong learners.
CPNS offers parents the opportunity to show their
child how important education is by being personally
involved in that education. Many parents come to
know their own child better. Seeing children in a group of peers helps parents to understand and to interpret behavior. Parents can become
aware of their child's growth and development.
Sharing time with other families at CPNS functions can help parents develop new ways of handling situations and solving problems at home. Parents can learn of new and enriching experiences for their children and can contribute ideas of their own for the benefit of other parents. You will observe
new ways in which your child is unique and special!
CPNS is also a growth experience for parents.
Our parents bring a broad spectrum of backgrounds to
the school. Each contributes their own particular skills, talents or enthusiasm to
our committees and events. They develop new
friendships and often have new experiences. Parents give of their time, energy, and talents to make this cooperative program successful. In return, they will find that it is well worth the effort!
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