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Toddler Day - Barn Coop Nursery School
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9:00 am Drop-off and Classroom Play. The children begin their morning in the classroom where they discover and explore books, buildables, art and crafts, a sensory table, and props for imaginary playlots of social learning, small motor work and fun! 10:00 am Train and Circle Time. The Toddlers set up a train of chairs and sing a favorite song before making their way down the hall for handwashing. Stories and songs are enjoyed at this time while the parent helper prepares snack.
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Staff - Barn Coop Nursery School
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The Director serves as the primary steward of the educational mission and philosophy of The Barn. Our director, Susan Boyle, is an experienced preschool educator that has been with The Barn for over 25 years. She is on site daily to oversee activities, talk with parents, teach the Toddler Program and assist with extended day activities. The Barn community celebrates the longstanding relationships with our teachers and greatly values their expertise and guidance.
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Special Events - Barn Coop Nursery School
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The Barn is rich in tradition. Throughout the year, we host several special events which children and families look forward to attending. As part of our child-centered philosophy, the planning and preparation for many of these traditions is integrated with our curriculum, allowing the children to feel a sense of pride and personal connection to the events. Annual events typically include:. Apple Picking Field Trip. Discovery Museum Family Event. Post Office Unit and Field Trip.
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Curriculum - Barn Coop Nursery School
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The Barn offers a variety of vibrant materials and exciting play areas:. Tactile materials for sensory play and fine motor development. Building materials (block play and small manipulatives). Dramatic play areas with various themes to foster social interactions. Arts projects that encourage creativity and self-expression. Cozy reading areas and a print-rich environment to promote literacy skills. Music experiences that introduce musical concepts through songs, rhythm, and games.
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Community - Barn Coop Nursery School
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The Barn depends on the support and participation of all its members. By choosing a cooperative school, parents agree to take on a significant responsibility for its operation and overall success. Parent helping at the school – once a month for the Toddler Program, six to seven times per year for the Preschool Program. Performing your requested job assignment. Attending three membership meetings per year – held in the evening in October, February and May.
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Barn Yarn Newsletter - Barn Coop Nursery School
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The staff writes a weekly newsletter describing the children’s activities of the week along with pertinent information for parents. The newsletter is distributed via email and includes upcoming calendar events, photos, curriculum information, parent helping schedules, and community news.
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Student Journals - Barn Coop Nursery School
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The teachers present the children with a journal documenting their school-year journey at our year-end celebration. These journals feature photos of the child at The Barn, artwork created by the child, and favorite songs and memories from the school year.
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Philosophy - Barn Coop Nursery School
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We practice a child-centered philosophy at The Barn, emphasizing the development of the whole child: his or her social, emotional, intellectual, and physical growth. The overall environment and intentional curriculum at our school create an inviting atmosphere conducive to the child’s natural curiosity and desire to explore and discover. Our programs foster the growth and reinforcement of the child’s positive self-image, risk-taking in a safe environment, independence, and self-help skills.
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Gallery - Barn Coop Nursery School
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SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT