Merry Moppet Preschool is a private program offering a safe and engaging educational environment for children from two through four years old. The school's staff is dedicated to promoting students' physical, social, intellectual and emotional development. Visit the Merry Moppet Preschool Web site for curriculum and admissions information.
Universe of Colors is part of Playgroups Unlimited. It specializes in teaching children foreign languages using immersion techniques. This location focuses on French, Spanish and Mandarin. Parking is located off of Emmett Ave.
The Community Learning Center occupies rooms 5, 8 and 9 of the Barrett Community Center. It provides hourly and part-time child care, as well as a full-time pre-school program to children ages 2 - 6. It offers a balance between outdoor and indoor, structured and free play daily through age-appropriate activities. The curriculum helps children develop and express their emotional, social, physical, cognitive and creative skills.
The Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church is a multi-ethnic parish, though the majority of families are of Greek descent. With more than 700 families participating, the church also offers three schools, a pre-school, a Greek school on weekday afternoons and a Sunday school.
There are about 70 students enrolled in the pre-school, 150 in the Greek School and about 200 who attend Sunday school. All three schools offer classes during both the school year and summer.
A number of social activities are also offered at the church, including the annual Greek Festival.
The NDNU Early Learning Center is located on the Notre Dame de Namur University campus, across from the elementary school. It uses Montessori methods, and its curriculum promotes learning while having fun. The back of the center opens up to a secure area with lots of room to play in the grass or the jungle gym. Hours vary depending on time of year so it's best to call for an appointment. This area of NDNU is closed to visitors before 4pm, to protect the children.
Carlmont Parents Nursery School in Belmont is a pre-school that is full of a variety of activities for children. The school involves the parents in many of the activities, encouraging a rich learning environment. Carlmont is for children ranging from 2 to 5 years in age. The area is lush with green trees surrounding much of the area and a large playground. The staff is friendly, fun and creative.
