Academic School Year: September - May
School begins the day after Labor Day and ends the Friday before Memorial Day. A school calendar is determined each year and provided in enrollment packets before the start of the current school year. (Refer to calendar)
In addition to the descriptions below, the curriculum at TNPC revolves around the "whole" child. Teachers facilitate learning by building on the child's natural curiosity and motivation to explore his/her world. Language, math, science, small and large motor skills, art and music are naturally integrated in all areas of our learning environment and curriculum.
AM Parent / Child Playgroup
Toddler Time
Fridays
9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Age: 0 - 3 yrs with an Adult
A teacher-directed class for parents (or adult) and child(ren) to explore age appropriate materials, create art projects, sing songs and exercise in our multipurpose room.
AM Toddler Classes
Yellow Class
Monday and Wednesday
Green Class
Tuesday and Thursday
8:45 AM – 11:45 AM
Age: 2 - 3 yrs
Children do not need to be toilet trained
Group size – 12 children / 2 teachers
A comfortable, nurturing classroom environment for toddlers. Each day, teachers begin class with a special meeting time for children & parents. This allows children to ease into their daily classroom routines and become comfortable in a school setting. Children learn through play while exploring monthly themes.
AM Pre-School Class
Purple Class
Tuesday and Thursday
8:45 AM – 11:45 AM
Age: 3 1/2 - 4 yrs
Children must be toilet trained
Group size – 16 children / 2 teachers
A pre-school class designed for children to experience developmentally age appropriate activities. Each day, teachers begin class with a meeting time and introduce learning opportunities, giving children a choice of activities to begin their day. The curriculum follows monthly themes, expanding with the interests of children as they learn through play.
Red Class
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
8:45 AM – 11:45 AM
Age: 4 - 5 yrs
Children must be toilet trained
Group size – 18 children / 2 teachers
A pre-school class with a focus on kindergarten readiness. Each day, teachers begin class with a meeting time and a class discussion. This class offers children freedom of choice with an emphasis on independence, self-help skills and problem solving. The curriculum follows monthly themes designed to provide a variety of scheduled activities for children to learn through play and exploration.
PM Pre-School Class
Blue Class
Monday through Thursday
12:45 PM – 3:45 PM
Age: 3 – 5 yrs
Children must be toilet trained
Group size – 10 children / 1 teacher
A pre-school class designed for a mixed age group of children to experience stimulating age appropriate activities. A great class for older and younger siblings to share learning experiences. Each day, teachers begin class with a special meeting time. The curriculum follows monthly themes expanding with the interests of children as they learn through play.
Full Day Pre-School
Rainbow Class
Monday-Friday
Monday, Wednesday, & Friday
Tuesday & Thursday
7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Age: 3 – 5 yrs
Children must be toilet trained
Group size:
18 – 20 children / 2 lead teachers, 1 assistants
A pre-school class designed to provide a daily schedule of developmentally appropriate activities. This class offers children freedom of choice with an emphasis on independence, self-help skills and problem solving. The classroom environment is spacious and oversized, with direct access to the playground. The curriculum follows monthly themes expanding with the interests of the children as they learn through play.
Extended Care
Lunch Bunch
Monday – Friday
Choose one to five days
11:45 AM – 12:45 PM
Age: 2 – 5 yrs
Must be toilet trained
Group size – 10 children / 1 teacher
Extend your child’s part day pre-school experience with lunch bunch. Pack a lunch for your child and have him/her join friends in the multi-purpose room. The teacher will read stories to children while they eat lunch. After lunch, children have the opportunity to interact with friends inside or on the playground.
For more information call
(608) 255-3250
Varied Schedules may be considered depending on enrollment with Director approval.
Full Tuition is due the 1st of each month. Monthly payment plans need Director approval.
City and County assistance is accepted.
A number of financial scholarships are available each year. Please see the Director for confidential information.
Summer: June - August
Our summer program is an extension of our academic school year, June, July and part of August. The summer program operates with the same parental involvement as the academic school year; parents are required to provide a snack and drink for the class on selected parent snack days. Parents are also welcome to stay and parent help in the classroom on their snack day.
AM Parent / Child Playgroup
Toddler Time
Fridays
9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Age: 0 - 3 yrs with an Adult
A teacher directed class for parents and children to explore age appropriate materials, create an art project, sing songs, exercise in our multi-purpose room, and enjoy the playground.
AM Summer Toddler Classes
Yellow Class
Monday and Wednesday
Green Class
Tuesday and Thursday
8:45 AM – 11:45 AM
Age: 2 - 3 yrs
Children do not need to be toilet trained
Group size – 8 children / 1 teacher
Summer invites children to explore monthly themes through age appropriate activities. Children freely explore dramatic play, creative art, sensory, music& movement. The summer program is sure to keep children active. They will venture outdoors on warm days and enjoy water play on the playground. Children will also participate in large motor activities in the multipurpose room. The learning through play that occurs during the school year continues throughout the summer.
AM Summer Pre-School Class
Purple Class
Tuesday and Thursday
8:45 AM – 11:45 AM
Age: 3 1/2 - 4 yrs
Children must be toilet trained
Group size – 10 children / 1 teacher
Red Class
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
8:45 AM – 11:45 AM
Age: 4 - 5 yrs
Children must be toilet trained
Group size – 10 children / 1 teacher
CChildren will enjoy summer as they explore monthly themes through age appropriate activities. Daily activities will allow for freedom of choice in an environment filled with sensory, dramatic play, creative art, science, music & movement. With direct access to the playground, the summer program is sure to keep children active. Children will experience snack time on the deck, outdoor art, gardening, water play and much more. The learning through play that occurs during the school year continues throughout the summer.
Full Day Summer Pre-School
Rainbow Class
M, T, W, Th, or F
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Age: 3 - 6 yrs
Children must be toilet trained
Group size - 18-22 children / 2 lead teachers, 1 assistant
A relaxed summer school class designed for children to explore and expand through monthly themes. The classroom environment is spacious, with direct access to the playground. Daily activities will allow for freedom of choice in an environment filled with sensory, dramatic play, science, music, movement, and creative art. Children will have the opportunity to enjoy our wonderful playground, engaging in a variety of outdoor activities: gardening, picnics on the deck, outdoor art, water play and much more.
Children in Rainbow class will need to pack a daily lunch and drink. A child-sized sleeping bag is required for nap period. Please have all items clearly labeled with your child’s name.
Summer Extended Care
Lunch Bunch
M, T, W, Th, or F
Chooses one to five days
11:45 AM – 12:45 PM
Age: 2 - 5 yrs
Children must be toilet trained
Group size - 10 children / 1 Teacher
Extend your child’s part day summer pre-school experience with lunch bunch. Pack a lunch for your child and have him/her join friends in the multi-purpose room or picnic outside. A teacher will read stories to the children while they eat lunch. After lunch, children have the opportunity to interact with friends inside or on the playground.
For more information call
(608) 255-3250
Varied Schedules may be considered depending on enrollment with Director approval.
Full Tuition is due the 1st of each month. Monthly payment plans need Director approval.
In the event of extremely low enrollment, a class may be canceled. City and County assistance is accepted.