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NAME OF SCHOOL: Arlene S. Powers
ADDRESS: 613 South Benson Road, Fairfield, CT 06824
PHONE: 203-292-3017 WEB ADDRESS:
EMAIL ADDRESS: powersrere@optonline.net
DIRECTOR: Arlene S. Powers
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: Associates Degree
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: yes
1. DAYS AND HOURS: Monday - Thursday 7am - 6pm.
Children from 6 weeks up to 5 years (no 5 year olds)
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET TRAINING, OTHERS?): Parent must meet with director.
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: rolling
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): per month
- PAYMENT SCHEDULE: varies upon needs
5. IS TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED? No
6. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 6 children/2 providers
7. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: no
8. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: parents participate on a daily basis.
9. MAY PARENTS VISIT? yes
- ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? yes
10. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: arts & crafts, costumes, filmstrips, free play, games, gross motor equipment, manipulative toys, music period, nature study, outdoor play, play apparatus, puppets, puzzles, rest period, snack, story hour, video/film.
DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: February, 2007
NAME OF SCHOOL: Bear
Hugs Child Care Center, Inc
ADDRESS: 554 Tunxis Hill Road, Fairfield, CT 06825
PHONE: (203) 367-0729 Fax: (203) 367-0834
WEB ADDRESS:
EMAIL ADDRESS: bear.hugs@sbcglobal.net
DIRECTOR: Moneca Harrison
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: A.S.E.C.E., Housatonic College,
Head Teacher 10 years experience in ECE.
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: yes
1. DAYS AND HOURS: Monday - Friday 7am - 6pm
- 3 MO. TO 1 YEAR: 6 months
-
- TWO YEAR OLDS: yes
- THREE YEARS OLDS: yes
- FOUR YEARS OLDS: yes
- OTHER: up to age 5
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET
TRAINING, OTHERS?): Parent observation
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: none
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): Flexible, full days or part
days. Full or partial weeks
- PAYMENT SCHEDULE: weekly or
monthly
5. IS TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED? No
6. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: (12 months: 1x4) (2's:
1x4) (3's: 1x8) (4's: 1x8)
7. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: 2-3 per year, two are scheduled,
others are requested.
8. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: We strongly encourage/sometimes
require to share their interests, guest readers and accompany class
trips or center events.
9. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes, welcome
- ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? Yes
10. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts
& Crafts, classroom pets, computers, costumes, free play,
games, gross motor equip, manipulative toys, music period, nature
study, outdoor play, play apparatus, puppets, puzzles, rest period,
snack, story hour, tape rec/players, video/film, monthly theme activities,
family events, special visitors, spanish (preschoolers).
DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: October 29, 2007
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NAME OF SCHOOL:
Black Rock Nursery School
ADDRESS: 3685 Black Rock Turnpike, Fairfield, CT 06825
PHONE: (203) 259-4243 WEB ADDRESS:
EMAIL ADDRESS: 1hansen@brcc.org
DIRECTOR: Ingrid Hansen
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: B.A. - CDA
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: yes
1. DAYS AND HOURS: M-F: 9:15-12:15. Four and five year
olds eligible for Lunch Bunch M/W/F 12:15-1:45
- 3 MO. TO 1 YEAR: N/A
- TWO YEAR OLDS: 1-2 days
per week
- THREE YEARS OLDS: 2-3
days per week.
- FOUR YEARS OLDS: 3-4 days per
week
- OTHER: Pre-K 5 YEARS OLD
M-F 9:15-12:15.
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET
TRAINING, OTHERS?): 2 year olds do not need to be toilet trained;
3,4 5 year olds must be toilet trained.
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Pre-registration begins 1 yr
prior to enrollment.
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): Varies by age and number
of days, $100 Registration fee/not refundable.
- PAYMENT SCHEDULE: 10 months
due August 1 - May 1
5. IS TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED? No
6. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 2's - 1:4 / 3's - 1:6 /
4's & 5's - 1:8
7. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: Yes, two formal conferences
8. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: Volunteers to share careers,
talents and interests. Father/Child activity for 4's and 5's once a
month.
9. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes
- ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? Yes
10. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts
& Crafts, computers, costumes, Day trips(4's & 5's only), free
play, games, gross motor equip, manipulative toys, music period,
nature study, outdoor play, play apparatus, puppets, puzzles, rest period,
snack(bring own), story hour, tape rec/players, video/film (rarely).
DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: February, 2007
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NAME OF SCHOOL: Bright Beginnings
ADDRESS: 109 Sycamore Lane, Fairfield, CT 06824
PHONE: 203-259-1908 WEB ADDRESS: n/a
EMAIL ADDRESS: dwrigley@optonline.net
DIRECTOR: Donna Wrigley
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: Masters Degree in Education, CPR Certified
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: yes
1. DAYS AND HOURS:
Monday and Wednesday 9am to 12pm
-
3 MO. TO 1 YEAR:
-
TWO YEAR OLDS: yes
-
THREE YEARS OLDS: yes
-
FOUR YEARS OLDS:
-
OTHER:
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET TRAINING, OTHERS?): interviews
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: ongoing
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): per school year
- PAYMENT SCHEDULE: two installments
5. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 6/1
6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: none
7. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS:
8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? yes
- ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? Yes
9. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: arts & crafts, costumes, free play, games, gross motor equipment, manipulative toys, music period, outdoor play, play apparatus, puppets, puzzles, snack, story hour, tape rec/players
DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: February, 2007
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NAME OF SCHOOL: Bright Futures
Child Care Learning Center
ADDRESS: 919 Stillson Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824
PHONE: 203-254-2952 Fax: WEB ADDRESS: none
EMAIL ADDRESS: jhccm88@optonline.net
DIRECTOR: Jeff and Heather Dean, Owner and Operators since January 2003.
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: Co-Director Heather Dean CO-FOUNDED Kids' Place at Osborn Hill School in 1997. She is past Head Teacher for Child Link at Jennings School 2002-2005. Past PTA President and current PTA board member at Osborn Hill School. She is holds a BGS degree from UCONN with a concentration in Human Development and Family Relations (HDFR) and is presently a graduate student in elementary education, Sacred Heart University, Fairfield, CT
Co-Director, Jeff Dean, experienced dad, is a lifelong Fairfield resident and is a Fairfield University Graduate. He holds a Head Teacher certification from the State of CT, Dept. Of Public Health. One or both directors are on site 100% during operating hours unless otherwise noticed.
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: yes; All staff are CPR, first aid and administration of medication certified. There are three full-time and four part-time.
1. DAYS AND HOURS: M - F 7:30 - 6:00
- 3 MO. TO 1 YEAR: yes, we accept infants as early as six weeks of age.
- TWO YEAR OLDS: yes
- THREE YEARS OLDS: yes
- FOUR YEARS OLDS:
- OTHER:
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET
TRAINING, OTHERS?): Parents supply bottles, sippy cups, diapers, wipes, lunch and snacks.
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: ongoing
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): Fees--$65 per day/$295/Week; two week non-refundable deposit.
- PAYMENT SCHEDULE: weekly/bi-weekly/monthly
5. IS TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED? No
6. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 4:1
7. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: as needed
8. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: Holiday parties for children and parents: Halloween, Spring Egg Hunt, Mid January Pajama Party.
9. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes
- ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? Yes
10. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts
& Crafts, free play, games, gross motor equip, manipulative toys,
music period, outdoor play, play apparatus, puppets, puzzles,
rest period, snack, story hour, tape rec/players. Walks in the 4-person
stroller are frequent and spontaneous and year round weather permitting.
DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: January 2008
NAME OF SCHOOL: Building Blocks of Learning - Preschool & Childcare
ADDRESS: 185 Windsor Road, Fairfield, CT
PHONE: (203) 345-1633 WEB ADDRESS: www.buildingblocksoflearning.com
EMAIL ADDRESS:
DIRECTOR: Megan Meehan
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: Elementary Ed Cert, Master's in Literacy Cert, First Aid & CPR cert, Mother of 2
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: yes
1. DAYS AND HOURS: Monday - Friday 7am - 6pm
- 3 MO. TO 1 YEAR:
- TWO YEAR OLDS: Preschool: 9-11:30 M, W, or T, Th or Friday Session
- THREE YEARS OLDS: Preschool: 9-11:30 M,W or T, Th or Friday Session
- FOUR YEARS OLDS:
- OTHER: Childcare: Ages 2 and up M-F 2:30-4:30PM
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET TRAINING, OTHERS?):
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: August 25th
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): Preschool: $50 & first month tuition non refundable. Childcare: minimum of 4 days a month $20.00 an hour.
- PAYMENT SCHEDULE: The 1st of every month.
5. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: Preschool: 1:4, Childcare: 1:6
6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: if parent requests
7. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: no
8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? Yes
9. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts & Crafts, costumes, free play, games, gross motor equip, manipulative toys, music period, outdoor play, play apparatus, puppets, puzzles, snack, story hour, gardening, cooking activities.
DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: May 7, 2008
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NAME OF SCHOOL: C & C Daycare
ADDRESS: 94 Cummings Ave., Fairfield, Ct 06824
PHONE: 203-256-8697 WEB ADDRESS: none
EMAIL ADDRESS: cheryl4114@sbcglobal.net
DIRECTOR: Carol Chockey
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: 16 years experience, child development course
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: yes
1. DAYS AND HOURS: Monday and Wednesday 7:30 to 5:00
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET TRAINING, OTHERS?): interview & signing contract
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: none
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): $280/week
5. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 4 to 1
6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: yes, daily
7. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: summer picnic
8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? yes
- ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? Yes
9. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: arts & crafts, computers, free play, games, gross motor equipment, manipulative toys, music period, nature study, outdoor play, play apparatus, puzzles, rest period, snack (2 snacks & lunch), story hour, video/film
DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: January, 2008
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NAME OF SCHOOL: A
Child's Garden
ADDRESS: 100 Mona Terrace, Fairfield, CT 06824
PHONE: (203) 259-1327 FAX: 203-259-7908 WEB ADDRESS:achildsgarden.net
EMAIL ADDRESS: acgpreschool@aol.com
DIRECTOR: Michele Linane & Joanne Molnar
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: Linane:Associate's Degree in Early Childhood
Education, 16 yrs experience in ECE, state of CT. Head Teacher Certificate,
First Aid, CPR & Administration of medication trained. Molnar: 20years experience, CDA National Administrator Credential CT, Directors Credential CT, Head Teacher Certificate, First Aid & CPR Medication Administration.
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: Yes and NAEYC accredited.
1. DAYS AND HOURS: M-F: 7 AM - 5:30 PM
- 3 MO. TO 1 YEAR: 1 class
- TWO YEAR OLDS: 1 class
- THREE YEARS OLDS: 2 classes
- FOUR YEARS OLDS: 3 classes
- OTHER: Alternative Kindergarten
- a 5 yr old class. Also a 7 week summer camp for age 5 through 8. Full day program.
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET
TRAINING, OTHERS?): An appointment to visit the school by the parents and child is encouraged.
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Ongoing until classes are full.
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): 08/09 full time - infant thru 2 - $340/wkly. Full Time Preschool - $267/wkly. Also part time available for preschool.
5. IS TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED? No
6. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: Infant/Toddler (all under 3) - Infant 3 children to 1 teacher. Toddler (2 year olds) 4 children to 1 teacher. Preschool - 3 year olds 20 children to 3 teachers. 4 year olds 20 children to 2 teachers.
7. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES:Available
8. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: Parents Association
9. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes
- ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? Yes
10. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts
and crafts, costumes, computers, day trips, filmstrips, free play, games,
gross motor equipment, manipulative toys, music period, nature study,
outdoor play, play apparatus, puppets, puzzles, rest period, snack,
story hour, tape rec/players, video/film. family
DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: March, 2008
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NAME OF SCHOOL: Christ's Church Nursery School
ADDRESS: 59 Church Rd, Easton, CT 06612
PHONE:203-268-0792 FAX:203-445-1697 WEB ADDRESS: n/a
EMAIL ADDRESS: ccnseaston@gmail.com
DIRECTOR: Joanne Mazzeo
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: BA Elementary Ed / MA Special Ed. Certified teacher in Connecticut pre-k to 8. Head teacher and director experience.
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: Yes and NAEYC Accreditation
1. DAYS AND HOURS: - TWO YEAR OLDS: (2 years old by June 30) T/TH 9-11 or 11:30-1:30
- THREE YEARS OLDS: M,W,F: 9-11:45 or 12:15-3:00
- FOUR YEARS OLDS: M,T,W,F 9-11 or M,W,Th, F 11-3
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET TRAINING, OTHERS?): Visit prior. 3 year olds encouraged to be potty trained
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Currenlty enrolled - last Tuesday in November. Open to the public first Monday in December.
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): Varies per class.
- PAYMENT SCHEDULE: 1/3, 1/3, 1/3
5. IS TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED? No
6. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 2's 4 to 1. 3's 5 to 1. 4's 7 to 1.
7. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: yes, 2x a year
8. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: many
9. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes.
- ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? Yes, call for appointment.
10. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts & Crafts, classroom pets (fish), costume/dress-up, day trips, free play, games, gross motor equip, manipulative toys, music period, nature study (in house field trips), outdoor play(beautiful new fenced-in playground), play apparatus, puppets, puzzles, snack(children bring their own), story hour. Spanish for 4's 1/2 hour/week, music instruction for 2s, 3s, 4s once a week, creative movement for 3s and 4s once a week, and science program for 3s and 4s once a month.
DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: February, 2007
NAME OF SCHOOL:
Congregation B'Nai Israel Nursery School
ADDRESS: 2710 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06604
PHONE: (203) 335-5058 FAX: 203-367-7889
WEB ADDRESS: http://www.congregationbnaiisrael.org/ECE.htm
EMAIL ADDRESS: gweinstein@congregationbnaiisrael.org
DIRECTOR: Gail Weinstein
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: MS in early childhood and administration
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: Yes
1. DAYS AND HOURS:
- Newborn to 1
YEAR: once a week with mom
- 1 YEAR - 2 YEAR OLDS
once a week with mom or caregiver
- TWO YEAR OLDS: M-Th 9:00-12:00 Lunch Option 12-12:30
- THREE YEARS OLDS: M-W, F:
9:00 - 12:00, or M - F: 9:00 - 12:00. Lunch option 12-1
- FOUR YEARS OLDS: M - F: 9:00
- 12:00. Lunch option 12-1
- OTHER: We offer enrichment programs from 1-2 for 3's and 4's.
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET
TRAINING, OTHERS?): Visit the school. 2's do not need to be toilet trained.
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE:
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH):
- PAYMENT SCHEDULE: once a month or 3 x a year (Aug., Nov., & March)
5. IS TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED?
No, We can assist with names to set up carpools.
6. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO:(2's - 4/1) (3's - 6/1, 8/1) (4's - 6/1, 8/1)
7. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: Yes
8. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: Yes
9. MAY PARENTS VISIT? yes, just call to set up a time
- ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? Yes, very welcome to visit.
10. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts, classroom pets (fish), computers, costumes/dress-up, day trips(3's & 4's), independent play,
games, gross motor equipment, manipulative toys, music period, nature
study, outdoor play, play apparatus, puppets, puzzles, snack, story
hour, tape rec/players, video/film.
We are a nut-free environment.
DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: February, 2007
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NAME OF SCHOOL:
Covenant Children's Center
ADDRESS: 1 Sport Hill Road, Easton, CT 06612
PHONE: (203) 374-3049 WEB ADDRESS: www.ccoect.org
EMAIL ADDRESS:
DIRECTOR: Andrea Stetson
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: BA, CDA, Head Teacher State Certified
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: Yes
1. DAYS AND HOURS: See below
- 3 MO. TO 1 YEAR:
- TWO YEAR OLDS:
- THREE YEARS OLDS: M,W, F: 9:15 am to 12:15 pm
- FOUR YEARS OLDS: M - Th: 9:15 am to 1:15 pm
- OTHER:
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET
TRAINING, OTHERS? 3 years of age by 12/31; 4 years of age by Dec
31. Children need to care for toilet needs reasonably
well. Current physical record and other necessary forms.
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: on going
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): Please call our school for
details.
- PAYMENT SCHEDULE: 3 or 5 payment
plan
5. IS TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED? No
6. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 3's program 5:1 4's program
8:1
7. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: Yes. Two scheduled conferences
per year, others as requested.
8. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: Parents are encouraged to share
hobbies, interests, be guest readers, and accompany the class
on field trips.
9. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes - welcome
- ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? Yes
10. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts
and crafts, creative dress up, pre-math and pre-reading activities, day trips, free play, games, gross motor equipment,
manipulative toys, music, nature study, outdoor play, play apparatus,
puppets, puzzles, snack, story time, tape rec/players, video/film, Bible
stories.
11. OTHER We are
a Christian preschool for children of all denominations. We commit ourselves
to providing excellence in the preschool education your child receives.
DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: April, 2007
NAME OF SCHOOL: FAIRFIELD
PRESCHOOL
ADDRESS: 554 Tunxis Hill Road, Fairfield, CT 06825
PHONE: (203) 335-1887 WEB ADDRESS: www.trinitystmichaels.com
EMAIL ADDRESS:
DIRECTOR: Michele Komenda
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: CDA, Head Teacher Certification by State
of CT. Trained in CPR, First Aid, EPI-PEN,10 yrs Director & 20 yrs
teacher experience.
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: Yes
1. DAYS AND HOURS: M - F 9:00 - 11:45
- 3 MO. TO 1 YEAR: No
- TWO YEAR OLDS: No
- THREE YEARS OLDS: Yes
- FOUR YEARS OLDS: Yes
- OTHER: Pre-k classes, Summer sessions, Extended day everyday before and after
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET
TRAINING, OTHERS?): Visit to school by parent/caregiver and child,
toilet trained
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Ongoing
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): Upon request based on 9
mo.
- PAYMENT SCHEDULE: We bill
4 times a year or mo. & a registration fee
5. IS TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED? No
6. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 7:1
7. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: yes march or upon request
8. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: Reader volunteers
and socials
9. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes
- ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD?
Yes
10. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts
and crafts, computers, costumes, day trips, free play, games,
gross motor equipment, manipulative toys, music period, nature study,
outdoor play, play apparatus, puppets, puzzles, snack, story hour,
tape rec/players, video/film. Picture day , vision and hearing
screening.
DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: February, 2007
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NAME OF SCHOOL: GREAT
BEGINNINGS Montessori School
ADDRESS: 148 Beach Road, Fairfield, CT 06824
EMAIL ADDRESS: GreatMontessori@aol.com
PHONE: (203) 254-8208 WEB ADDRESS: www.greatmontessori.com
EMAIL ADDRESS: greatmontessori@aol.com
DIRECTOR: Marcia Clark & Cynthia Burnim
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: Marcia: B.A., M.S., AMS(American
Montessori Society). Cindy: B.A., M.A., A.M.I.(Assoc.
Montessori International)
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: Yes, and American Montessori Society Accredited
1. DAYS AND HOURS: 5 day a week program
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET
TRAINING, OTHERS?): Parent observation, application, interview
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE:
Observation, application and interviews are held in the fall before the child will start. Acceptance and Registration occurs in January, 9 months before the child will start.
.
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): $ 4,600 year for half days
- PAYMENT SCHEDULE: quarterly
5. IS TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED? No
6. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 1:8
7. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: 2 x yearly
8. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: parent nights,
observation days, father's and mother's morning
9. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes
10. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts
and crafts, classroom pets, day trips, free play, games, gross
motor equipment, manipulative toys, music period, nature study, outdoor
play, play apparatus, puzzles, rest period, snack, Spanish lessons,
story hour, tape rec/players. We run a full Montessori Program
with trained teachers and specialized materials.
DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: February, 2007
NAME OF SCHOOL: Greenfield
Hill Church Nursery School
ADDRESS: 1045 Old Academy Road, Fairfield, CT 06824 (For the 07-08 school year, location will be 108 Biro Street, Fairfield)
PHONE: 203-259-7597 FAX: 203-255-4641 WEB ADDRESS:
EMAIL ADDRESS: nurseryschool@greenfieldhillchurch.com
DIRECTOR: Lisa Penick
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: Masters’ Degree in Teaching; Ct. certification in pre-K through 8th; 25+ years experience in ECE.
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: yes and NAEYC Accredited
1. DAYS AND HOURS: Monday - Friday 9:15-12,
Extended day offered Mon - Thurs, noon - 2 pm
- 3 MO. TO 1 YEAR:
- TWO YEAR OLDS:
- THREE YEARS OLDS: 3 days
- FOUR YEARS OLDS: 4 days
- OTHER: Pre-K Program, 5 days
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET
TRAINING, OTHERS?): Child must be age of group by Dec 31 of entering year. Visit and interview preferred. Child must be toilet trained
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Registration for 07-08: on-going
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): 2007: 3 day, threes $2,741;
4 day, fours $3,479; 5 day Pre-K, $4,300
- PAYMENT SCHEDULE: $50 registration, $500 at contract signing. 3 installments: May, November, February
5. IS TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED? no
6. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 8-1
7. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: yes, December and April
8. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: yes
9. MAY PARENTS VISIT? yes
10. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Art, dramatic play, guided free play, manipulatives, block play, music and movement specialists, nature study, language and literacy activities, outdoor play, math and science activities.We are a nut-free environment.
We will return to the Greenfield Hill site in September of 08.
DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: April, 2007
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NAME OF SCHOOL: Hillel
Academy
ADDRESS: 1571 Stratfield Road, Fairfield, CT 06825
PHONE: (203) 374-6147 WEB ADDRESS:www.hillelacademy.org
EMAIL ADDRESS: mbeller@hillelacademy.org
DIRECTOR: Terry Kalfus, Preschool Director: Rabbi Mayer Belles, Principal
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: Early Childhood/Psychology
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: School is state approved.
1. DAYS AND HOURS: Mornings 8 am to 12 pm; Full day
option 8-3:45
- 3 MO. TO 1 YEAR: -
- TWO YEAR OLDS: -
- THREE YEARS OLDS: 3 or 5 mornings
8 am - 12:00
- FOUR YEARS OLDS: 5 mornings
with option to extend with 3 or 5 afternoons 12-3:45
- OTHER: Kindergarten full day available
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET
TRAINING, OTHERS?): Children must be toilet trained.
Children bring their own dairy lunch. Must turn 3 or 4 by Dec.31.
Interview/visit with parents and child.
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: rolling
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): upon request
5. IS TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED?
Yes, for an additional fee in New Haven or Wesport/Stamford areas.
6. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO:
7. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: Twice a year officially,
more often if requested
8. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: Holiday celebrations including
birthdays, Shabbot Party, "Read-to-Us" Program
9. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes, by appointment please ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? Yes, by
appointment please
10. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts
and crafts, computers, costumes, day trips, free play, games, gross
motor equipment, manipulative toys, music period, nature study, outdoor
play, play apparatus, puppets, puzzles, rest period (pm only), snack,
story hour, tape rec/players, video/film. Study and celebration
of Jewish holidays, traditions, bible stories. Visits to the Jewish
Home for the Elderly.
DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: April, 2005
NAME OF SCHOOL:
Hunt Ridge Montessori School, Founded 1983
ADDRESS: 834 Brookside Drive, Fairfield, CT 06824
PHONE: (203) 254-1159
WEB ADDRESS:
EMAIL ADDRESS: tzwahlen@optonline.net
DIRECTOR: Kathleen Zwahlen
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: B.A. Elem. Education, M.A. Montessori
Education
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: Yes
1. DAYS AND HOURS: M-F:
- 3 MO. TO 1 YEAR: no
- TWO YEAR OLDS: no
- THREE YEARS OLDS: M-F
9:00 - 12:00 noon
- FOUR YEARS OLDS: M-F 9:00
- 12:00 noon
- OTHER: Kindergarten M-F
9:00 - 2:45 p.m.
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET
TRAINING, OTHERS?): Parent observation, interview, and toilet
trained.
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Rolling admission
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): 2007-2008 (Primary Half Day, 3 &4 year olds, 9am-12 noon, $6800.00) ; (Primary Full Day, 5 year olds, 9am-2:45PM, $7800.00)
- PAYMENT SCHEDULE: Quarterly
5. IS TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED?
No
6. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 1:10
7. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES:
twice per year
8. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS:
Yes. Cooking, singing, crafts, culture.
9. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes.
- ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? At
time of interview
10. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts
and crafts, classroom pets, day trips, free play, games, gross motor
equipment, manipulative toys, music period, nature study, outdoor play,
play apparatus, puzzles, snack, story hour, tape rec/players, Montessori
curriculum, French class, suzuki piano
DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: May, 2007
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NAME OF SCHOOL: Jesse Lee Nursery School
ADDRESS: 25 Flat Rock Road, Easton, CT 06612
PHONE: 203-372-4178 WEB ADDRESS:
EMAIL ADDRESS:
DIRECTOR: Margaret Boyd
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: early childhood education
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: yes
1. DAYS AND HOURS:
Two Year Olds: Mom & Tot
Three Year Olds: T, W, Th 9-11:45 or T & Th 9-11:45
Four Year Olds & PreK program: M-F 9-1 or M, T, Th, F 9-1 or M,W,F 9-1
Other: optional extended day/lunch bunch for 3's until 1:00
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET TRAINING, OTHERS?): toilet training
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: ongoing beginning in January
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH):
- PAYMENT SCHEDULE: Tuition can be paid monthly or quarterly
PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 3's 6:1, 4's 7:1
PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: yes for 4's and pre-K
PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: school socials, parties, field trips, parent open house and Dad's Day
MAY PARENTS VISIT? yes
- ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? yes
ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: arts & crafts, classroom pets, costumes, day trips, free play, games, gross motor equipment, manipulative toys, music period, nature study, outdoor play, play apparatus, puppets, puzzles, snack, story hour, great outdoor fenced-in playground area.
DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: April, 2008
NAME OF SCHOOL:
JCC Early Childhood Program
ADDRESS: 4200 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06604
PHONE: (203) 372-6567 WEB ADDRESS: www.jccs.org
EMAIL ADDRESS: ellenwinston@jccs.org
DIRECTOR: Ellen W. Winston
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: AS-Lasell College, BS-Southern CT State U, Connecticut Directors Credentials
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: Yes
1. DAYS AND HOURS: Monday through Friday 7:30AM - 6PM.
- 2 MO. TO 1 YEAR: 7:30-6
- TWO YEAR OLDS: 7:30-6 or 9-11,
9-12:30
- THREE YEARS OLDS: 7:30-6, or
9-12:00, or 9-1
- FOUR YEARS OLDS: 7:30-6, or
9-1
- OTHER: Kindergarten
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET
TRAINING, OTHERS?
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Starts in January, continues through school
year
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): depends on program, call for Program Guide and Registration Packet.
- PAYMENT SCHEDULE: 8 monthly installments, or semi annually
5. IS TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED?
No
6. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: Depends on program; 1:4 for infants and toddlers, 1:8 for 3 and 4 year-olds
7. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: 2-3 times a year
8. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: PTA, Parent Steering Committee
9. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD?
Yes
10. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts
and crafts, classroom pets, costumes, day trips, free play, games, gross
motor equipment, manipulative toys, music period, nature study, outdoor
play, play apparatus, puppets, puzzles, rest period, snack, story hour,
tape rec/players, weekly swim instruction (3 and 4 year-olds), and phys.ed. instruction for 3 and 4 year-olds and for toddlers. Weekly music program for infants through 4 year old. Mommy/Me for children under 2.
DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: December, 2007
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NAME OF SCHOOL: K'tanim Preschool at Congregation Beth El
ADDRESS: 1200 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield
PHONE: (203) 374-5544 WEB ADDRESS: www.congbethel.net
EMAIL ADDRESS: ktpsinfo@yahoo.com
DIRECTOR: Sheila May
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: BS - Elementary Ed & Early Childhood Ed, MS - Special ED
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: Yes
1. DAYS AND HOURS:
- 2 MO. TO 1 YEAR: Little Explorers (one's class) Friday 9:30 - 11:00
- TWO YEAR OLDS: T & Th 9-11:30, 9-12 (starting in December)
- THREE YEARS OLDS: M,W, F 9-12 or 9-1 (lunch option)
- FOUR YEARS OLDS: M-F 9-12 or 9-1 (lunch option)
- OTHER:
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET TRAINING, OTHERS?) two & three year olds do not have to be toilet trained
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: no deadline
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): vaires depending on program.
- PAYMENT SCHEDULE: three payments over the year
5. IS TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED? No
6. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 2's 1:4, 3's 1:6, 4's 1:7
7. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: twice a year, November & May
8. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: yes, open door policy
9. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? Yes
10. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts and crafts, costumes/dress up, day trips, free play, games, gross motor equipment, manipulative toys, music period, nature study, outdoor play, play apparatus, puppets, puzzles, rest period, snack, story hour, tape rec/players
DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: September, 2007
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NAME OF SCHOOL:
Methodist Nursery School
ADDRESS: 1089 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, Ct 06825
PHONE: (203)374-6548 WEB ADDRESS: none
EMAIL
ADDRESS: none
DIRECTOR: Missy Barnhard
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: MSED
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: 2001, 2003,2005,2007
1. DAYS AND HOURS: M, W, Th (A.M.), T, F (A.M.),
M,T,Th,F (P.M.), M-F Pre-K
- 3 MO. TO 1 YEAR: none
- TWO YEAR OLDS: none
- THREE YEARS OLDS: 9-11:30
- FOUR YEARS OLDS: 9-12, 9:15-1:15,
12:45-3:15
- OTHER: PreK 9:15-1:15
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET
TRAINING, OTHERS? Toilet trained, must be three years old by end
of calendar year, deposit, Spring visit with child, teacher home visit,
parent/teacher visit prior to Fall attendance.
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: on going
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): available upon request
- PAYMENT SCHEDULE: Typically
10-month payment period
5. IS TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED?
No
6. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 3 yr. 1:6. 4yr. 1:10
7. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: yes
8. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: Yes - Parent coffees,
parent evenings
9. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes
10. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts
and crafts, costumes, day trips, free play, games, gross motor equipment,
manipulative toys, music period, nature study, outdoor play, play apparatus,
puppets, puzzles, rest period, snack, story hour, tape rec/players,
movement, dramatic play.
DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: February, 2007
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NAME OF SCHOOL: Old Hill Children's Day School
ADDRESS: 190 Wilton Road, Westport, Ct 06880
PHONE: 203-221-8238 FAX: 203-222-8416
WEB ADDRESS: www.oldhilldayschool.com
EMAIL ADDRESS: ohcdscp@aol.com
DIRECTOR: Cheryl Pancurak
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education CDA, 14 years experience, State of Connecticut Head Teacher Certified, First Aid, CPR and administration of medication certified and early childhood ed. certificate.
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: yes
1. DAYS AND HOURS: Mon-Fri 7:30am - 6:00 pm 12 mo programs
- 3 MO. TO 1 YEAR: yes (infants as early as 2 months)
- TWO YEAR OLDS: yes
- THREE YEARS OLDS:yes
- FOUR YEARS OLDS:yes
- OTHER: 5 year olds accepted
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET TRAINING, OTHERS?): no special requirements
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: none - registration is on-going
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): admin fee/year; monthly tuition
- PAYMENT SCHEDULE: monthly
5. IS TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED? no
6. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: varies with age & classroom
7. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: yes
8. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: yes
9. MAY PARENTS VISIT? yes
- ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? yes
10. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Learn through play program designed to foster healthy development of whole child in areas of language, cognitive skills, social/emotional growth, gross motor skills, creativity, independence and foundations of early academics. Progressive, developmentally appropriate Infant, Tot and Preschool programs include Arts & Crafts, Dramatic Play, Blocks & Manipulatives, Puzzles, Literacy, Story Time/Story Telling, Cooperative Group Play & Projects, Cooking, Gardening, Music, Sign Language, Science, Free Play, Gross Motor Activities, Sensory Activities, Outdoor Programs, Nature Study, Kindergarten Readiness Curriculums and Rest Period.
DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: February, 2007
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NAME OF SCHOOL:
Presbyterian Nursery School
ADDRESS: 2475 Easton Turnpike, Fairfield, Ct 06825
PHONE: (203) 372-0855 WEB ADDRESS:
EMAIL ADDRESS:
DIRECTOR: Kathy Lynch
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: B.S./Education, St. of Ct. Head Teacher
Certificate
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: Yes
1. DAYS AND HOURS: M-F 9am- 3pm
- 3 MO. TO 1 YEAR:
- TWO YEAR OLDS:
- THREE YEARS OLDS: T, Th 9-11:30
(optional extended day on Tues until 1 pm)
- FOUR YEARS OLDS: M, W, F 9-
11:45 ( optional extended days on M & W until 1:15 pm)
- OTHER: Pre-K M-F
12:30 - 3:00. (Optional extended days for pre-k on Th & Fri w/early arrival at 11:30am) Three one week sessions in June/ Summer Program/
3-5 years
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET
TRAINING, OTHERS?): Make appointment to view the program.
Complete registration form and submit $75 non-refundable registration
fee. Toilet training is required.
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: ongoing.
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): for '07-'08 3's/$2125; '07-'08 4's/$2800; '07-'08 Pre K/$3500
- PAYMENT SCHEDULE: 10 installments,
semi-annual or annual.
5. IS TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED?
No
6. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 8/1 in 3's, 9/1 in 4's and Pre-K
7. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: yes
8. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: yes
9. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes
- ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? Yes
10. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts
and crafts, costumes, day trips, free play, games, gross motor equipment,
manipulative toys, music period, nature study, outdoor play, play apparatus,
puppets, puzzles, story hour, tape rec/players, video/film, movement
and music classes.
DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: February, 2007
NAME OF SCHOOL:
Pumpkin Preschool, Inc
ADDRESS: 449 Grasmere Avenue, Fairfield, CT 06824; also
at 15 Burr Rd, Westport; 100 Beard Sawmill Rd, Shelton.
PHONE: (203) 255-7505, 226-1277, 926-1800, 800-DAY-CARE
FAX: 203-254-1653
WEB ADDRESS:www.pumpkinpreschool.com
EMAIL ADDRESS:
DIRECTOR: Kimberly Dorsey
Slimak, Admin. Director. Donnajean A. Pond, Exec.Director.
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS:
Kimberly: BA, CDA, MA. Donnajean: A.A, B.S: M.E.
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: Yes, all locations: caring for over 500 children, staff of over 100 people
1. DAYS AND HOURS: 7AM to 6PM
- 3 MO. TO 1 YEAR: Yes
- TWO YEAR OLDS: Yes
- THREE YEARS OLDS: Yes
- FOUR YEARS OLDS: Yes
- OTHER: After school programs
for school age
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET
TRAINING, OTHERS?): Welcome all children. Interviews with
parents.
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Open registration.
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): Fees differ per school
- PAYMENT SCHEDULE: weekly or
monthly
5. IS TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED?
No
6. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 8 to 2 toddlers: 10 to 2
teachers maximum pre schoolers
7. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: yes
8. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: yes, many conferences, festivals,
seminars, fathers/mothers day participation, music and science program
participation and field trips
9. MAY PARENTS VISIT? anytime
Must have app. before registration.
- ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? Yes
10. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts
and crafts, classroom pets, computers, costumes, day trips, free play,
games, gross motor equipment, manipulative toys, music period, nature
study, outdoor play, play apparatus, puppets, puzzles, rest period,
snack, story hour, tape rec/players, video/film, second lang. of Spanish or French,
kindergarten readiness, dance class, monthly special events, Shelton, Westport and Fairfield nationally accredited.
DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: February, 2007
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NAME OF SCHOOL:
Saint Paul's Nursery School
ADDRESS: 661 Old Post Road
PHONE: (203) 255-1902 WEB ADDRESS:
EMAIL ADDRESS: stpaulsns@sbcglobal.net
DIRECTOR: Margaret Ready and Tove Vanderblue
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: Early Childhood Degree
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT : Yes, also nationally accredited
by National Academy of Early Childhood Programs in DC.
1. DAYS AND HOURS: See below
- 3 MO. TO 1 YEAR: -
- TWO YEAR OLDS: -
- THREE YEARS OLDS: 2 or 3 days
9:00-11:30 OR 12:15-2:45
- FOUR YEARS OLDS: 3 or 4 days
9:15 - 12:00 or 12:30 - 3:15
- OTHER: Pre K class 4 days 12:30-3:15
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET
TRAINING, OTHERS? Interviews with parents.
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: ongoing: 3's begin in Nov.
4's in Jan for following year.
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): For 2006-2007:
2 day (3 year olds) = $1810.00, 3 day(3 year olds)=$2520.00, 3 day (4 year
olds)=$2600.00, 4 day (4 year olds and PreK) = $3060.00
PAYMENT SCHEDULE: 1, 2, 10 payments
5. IS TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED?
No
6. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: (Three year olds: 1 to 7) (Four year
olds: 1 to 9)
7. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES:
Yes, twice a year, or as needed.
8. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: Parents are welcome and encouraged
at anytime in classroom. Also on field trips for 4s + preK.
9. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes, anytime.
- ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? for interviews
preferably not
10. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts
and crafts, dress up, day trips, free play, games, gross motor equipment,
manipulative toys, music period, nature study, outdoor play, play apparatus,
puzzles, puppets, snack, story, tape rec/players.
DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: March, 2007
NAME OF SCHOOL:
St.Thomas Aquinas Pre-K
ADDRESS: 1719 Post Road, Fairfield, CT
PHONE: (203) 255-0556 WEB ADDRESS:http://www.stthomasschool.homestead.com
EMAIL ADDRESS:
DIRECTOR: Patricia Rugarber
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: B.S.
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT : Yes
1. DAYS AND HOURS: See below
- 3 MO. TO 1 YEAR: -
- TWO YEAR OLDS: -
- THREE YEARS OLDS: Tues. and
Thurs. 8:30 am - 11:30 am
- FOUR YEARS OLDS: Mon., Wed.,
Fri., 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
- OTHER:
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET
TRAINING, OTHERS? Toilet training
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: January
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): Threes - $3,125
Fours - $3,600
PAYMENT SCHEDULE: May be arranged
through the office
5. IS TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED?
No
6. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: (Three year olds: 3:22 ) (Four year olds:
3:24)
7. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES:
Yes
8. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: Field trips
9. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes
- ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? Yes
10. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts
and crafts, costumes, day trips, free play, games, gross motor equipment,
manipulative toys, music period, outdoor play, puppets, puzzles, snack,
story hour, tape rec/players., video/film.
DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: April, 2007
NAME OF SCHOOL: Saugatuck
Nursery School
ADDRESS: 245 Post Rd E, Westport, CT 06880
PHONE: (203) 226-9192 Fax: (203)227-2591
WEB
ADDRESS: saugatucknurseryschool.org
EMAIL ADDRESS: ellen.dehuff@saugatucknurseryschool.org
DIRECTOR: Ellen DeHuff
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: BA Psychology, CDA
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT : yes
1. DAYS AND HOURS: We are a 12 month program including summer camp. 2-5 day
program both morning & afternoon. Full time 8-6 if needed.
After kindergarten program.
- 3 MO. TO 1 YEAR: -
- TWO YEAR OLDS: -
- THREE YEARS OLDS: yes
- FOUR YEARS OLDS: yes
- OTHER: up to 7 year olds
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET
TRAINING, OTHERS? acceptance of SNS philosophy, interview.
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE:
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): 2007-2008 fees per month are as follows: 9-12:00 2 days $244; 3 days $357; 5 days $564. Full time 8-6 $1355 per month. Lunch bunch and after school program available.
PAYMENT SCHEDULE: $150 registration fee plus 2 month tuition. Billed monthly after that
5. IS TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED?
No
6. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 7-1 and 8-1
7. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES:
2/year scheduled more as needed.
8. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: Parents help with social events,
field trips, and fund raising as well as being encouraged to spend time
in the class room.
9. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes
- ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? as they
see fit - with or without their child
10. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts
and crafts, weekly enrichment programs include music with Mary Ann Hall, science and creative movement; monthly field trips, gross
motor equipment, manipulative toys, sensory tables and water play, puppets, puzzles, listening center, cooking, story time, dramatic play all implemented in a developmentally appropriate way
ENTERED/UPDATED: April, 2007
NAME OF SCHOOL:
Southport Congregational Preschool and Toddler Program
ADDRESS: 524 Pequot Avenue, Southport, CT
PHONE: (203) 255-1312 WEB ADDRESS: sccpreschool.org
EMAIL
ADDRESS: scpreschool04@sbcglobal.net
DIRECTOR: Barbara Kick Terrell
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: B.S.ED. +(six courses towards Masters)
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT : Yes.
1. DAYS AND HOURS: Mon. -
Fri., 9 - 12:30
- 18 to 24 MONTHS:
2 mornings
- TWO YEAR OLDS: 9-12:30,
1, 2, or 3 mornings
- THREE YEARS OLDS: 9-12:30,
2 or 3 mornings
- FOUR YEARS OLDS: 9-12:30,
3 or 5 mornings
- OTHER: Extended day until
1:55 for 4 year olds on Wed.
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET
TRAINING, OTHERS? Interviews, 3 & 4 yr olds must be toilet trained.
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE:
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): Varies depending on age of
child & number of days
Tuition due dates: May 1st, October 15th and February 15th
PAYMENT SCHEDULE: trimester/
May 15, Nov.15, Feb.15
5. IS TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED?
No
6. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: Toddler Program 4:1, Preschool 9:1
7. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES:
For 3 and 4 year olds
8. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: Several parent volunteer
programs and activities
9. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes, by appointment if a spot in the program is available for that child.
- ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD?
yes
10. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts
and crafts, computers,day trips, free play, games, gross motor equipment,
manipulative toys, music period, nature study, outdoor play, play apparatus,
puppets, puzzles, snack, story hour, tape rec/players.
DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: April, 2007
NAME OF SCHOOL: Stephy's Daycare
ADDRESS: 1510 Stillson Road, Fairfield, CT 06824
PHONE: (203) 256-2366 WEB ADDRESS: www.stephysdaycare.vpweb.com
EMAIL ADDRESS: stephysdaycare@yahoo.com
DIRECTOR: Stephanie Morgan
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: 7 years of experience/Pediatric First Aid and Safety Certified
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT : Yes.
1. DAYS AND HOURS: Mon. - Fri., 7am - 6pm
- Children from 6 weeks up to 5 years
- Before and after school care
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET TRAINING, OTHERS? Parent must meet with the director and a deposit is required.
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Rolling
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): Per month
5. PAYMENT SCHEDULE:
6. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 6 children/1 provider
7. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: No
8. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: Parents participate on a daily basis
9. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes
- ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? yes
10. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts and crafts, free play, games, gross motor equipment, manipulative toys, music period, nature study, outdoor play, play apparatus, puppets, puzzles, rest period, snack, story hour, video/film.
DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: January, 2007
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NAME OF SCHOOL:
Teddy Bear Corner, Inc.
ADDRESS: 273 Villa Avenue and 414 Greenfield ST, Fairfield, CT
PHONE: (203) 330 -0302 WEB ADDRESS:http://www.teddybearcorner.com
EMAIL ADDRESS: Dawn@teddybearcorner.com
DIRECTOR: Dawn M. Tagliavia
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: Fourteen years experience as Director, state
approved Head Teacher certification, degree in ECE, first aid/safety/CPR
certified, trained in medication administration.
Professional Accreditations: Member of the NAEYC, MidffldAEYC
and the CCAN. Teachers trained in pediatric first aid and safety and medication administration.
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: Yes, license # 14135 and
#15528
1. DAYS AND HOURS : M-F: 7 AM to 5:30 PM Year Round
- 3 MO. TO 1 YEAR: 7am to 5:30pm
M-F year round
- TWO YEAR OLDS: 7am to 5:30pm
M-F year round
- THREE YEARS OLDS:7am to 5:30pm
M-F year round
- FOUR YEARS OLDS: 7am to 5:30pm
M-F year round
- OTHER:
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET
TRAINING, OTHERS? Parents must come in and meet with the Director
prior to enrolling their child(ren) in the program.
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: No deadline at this time.
4. FEES (PER MONTH): For Infants/Toddlers: 5
days - $1235: 4 days - $1074.66: 3 days - $871:
2 days - $619.66
For Pre-K: 5 days - $953.33: 4days - 836.33:
3 days $650: 2 days - $433.33
- PAYMENT SCHEDULE: Monthly or
Bi-weekly
5. IS TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED?
No
6. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: Infant/Toddler 4:1
Pre-K 9:1
7. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: upon request
8. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS:Parents are involved in the
curriculum and classroom activities, monthly newsletters, workshops
and picnics, and parents participate in the Parent Council.
9. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes, we have an open-door policy. Parents
are welcome at anytime.
- ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? Yes. Parents
are encouraged to bring their child(ren) with them during a visit.
Parents can call the school and speak with the Director to schedule
a visit.
10. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts
and crafts, classroom pets, computers, costumes, day trips, free play,
filmstrips, games, gross motor equipment, manipulative toys, music period,
nature study, outdoor play, play apparatus, puzzles, puppets, rest period,
snack, story hour, tape rec/players, video/film, in school field trips,
language activities, diapers and linens provided. We also
have secured entrances, a closed circuit video monitoring system, a VCR and TV.
The philosophy of Teddy Bear Corner is
based upon the notion that children learn best through play and exploration.
The program is based upon an academic hands-on curriculum.
DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: February, 2007
NAME OF SCHOOL: Thursday's Child Day Care
ADDRESS: 123 Stevenson Road, Fairfield, CT
PHONE: 371-4463 WEB ADDRESS:
EMAIL ADDRESS: jtmurphy123@aol.com
DIRECTOR: Jessie Murphy
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: Degree in Early Childhood Ed/Special Ed. CDA. 12 Yrs Experience - First Aide-CPR-Med Certified.
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: yes & NAEYC Accreditation
1. DAYS AND HOURS: Monday - Friday 6am/6pm
3 MO. 6 wks TO 1 YEAR: - TWO YEAR OLDS:
- THREE YEARS OLDS:
- FOUR YEARS OLDS:
- OTHER: Openings at all ages - Before-After School. North Stratfield on Bus Line.
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET TRAINING, OTHERS?): A visit by parents is welcome any time
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: none
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): $250 pr wk. $50 day part time.
- PAYMENT SCHEDULE: Weekly - Biweekly. Payment on Monday before first day.
5. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 1 teacher to 6 children
6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: no
7.. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: always welcome
8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? yes
- ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? yes
9. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts & Crafts, computers, costumes, free play, games, gross motor equip, manipulative toys, music period, nature study, outdoor play, play apparatus, puppets, puzzles, rest period, snack, story hour, tape rec/players, trip to the park in the neighborhood daily.
DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: February, 2007
NAME OF SCHOOL:
Tiny Tot Nursery School at Fairfield YMCA
ADDRESS: 841 Old Post Road, Fairfield, CT 06824
PHONE: (203)255-2834 WEB ADDRESS: none
EMAIL ADDRESS:
DIRECTOR: Nancy Beam
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: College
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT : Yes
1. DAYS AND HOURS: See below.
- 3 MO. TO 1 YEAR:
- TWO YEAR OLDS: Licensed 2 yr old program called playdays. M,W,F 9-11:30, T,Th 9-11:30 without parents
- THREE YEARS OLDS: T, Th: 9AM - 11:30AM; M-W-F (3 day) 9-11:30 AM
- FOUR YEARS OLDS: M -W -F: 9AM
- noon; Pre-K M - F, 9- 1 PM (bring lunch)
- OTHER: Lunch Bunch $14 a day extension of Nursery School Day until 1:30. Children bring lunch M-W on a sign up basis.
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET
TRAINING, OTHERS?): Must be toilet trained. Tours on request. Nursery
school orientation before school begins.
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Begins in October, ongoing registration
until full.
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH):Monthly Fees: Licensed 2 yr old program called playdays. M-W-F $340.00/member, $375.00/non member; T, Th $245.00/member, 260.00/non member; 3 year olds
(3 days) $295.00/member, $330.00/non member, (2 days) $210.00/member, $230.00/non member;
4 year olds (3 days) $290.00/member, $325.00/non member. Pre-K M-F, $455.00/member, $485.00/non member.
- PAYMENT SCHEDULE: 10 installments.
August through May; on the first of the month.
5. IS TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED?
No
6. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 1:8
7. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: Written progress reports given
out in November and June, and conferences held in January.
8. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: Parents Nights, Father's Dessert
Nights, Parent Coffees, Grandparents Day, Mother's Day Celebration,
Parent Advisory Board, Room Mothers, graduation.
9. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes
- ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? Yes
10. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts
and crafts, computers, costumes, day trips, filmstrips, free play, games,
gross motor equipment, manipulative toys, music period, nature study,
outdoor play, play apparatus, puzzles, puppets, rest period, snack,
story hour, tape rec/players, video/film.
OTHER: Our program includes a swim instruction once a week and
a gym class once a week taught by certified instructors, also music other than with teachers twice a month with Miss Phoebe.
DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: March, 2007
NAME OF SCHOOL: Totsacademy
ADDRESS: 320 Andrassy Avenue, Fairfield, CT 06824
PHONE: 203-522-4654 WEB ADDRESS: http://www.totsacademy.com
EMAIL ADDRESS: neerajact@gmail.com
DIRECTOR: Neeraja Kannan
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: associate degree, Montessori teacher trained, First Aid, CPR and administration of medication certified
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: yes
1. DAYS AND HOURS: Monday - Friday 8am - 5:30pm
- age range: 2 years old to 5 years old
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET TRAINING, OTHERS?): Parents must meet with director.
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: rolling
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): per month
- PAYMENT SCHEDULE: bimonthly, monthly
5. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 6 children/1provider
6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: as per parents requirements
7.. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: daily
8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? yes
- ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? yes
9. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: The emphasis of the program is to allow children to celebrate their childhood and to grow the right way. To value possibilities. To encourage their curiosity. To support experimentation. To develop their maturity to accept results. To let the childhood blossom at its own pace, but under trained guidance. Program includes arts & crafts, costumes, filmstrips, free paly, games, gross motor equipment, manipulative toys, music period, nature study, outdoor play, play apparatus, puppets, puzzles, rest period, snack, story hour, video/film, computers
DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: April, 2007
NAME OF SCHOOL: Trinity Learning Center Preschool
ADDRESS: 300 North Benson Road, Fairfield, CT
PHONE: (203) 254-9256 WEB ADDRESS:
EMAIL ADDRESS: trinitylearningcenter@yahoo.com
DIRECTOR: Cindy Barker
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: Degree in early childhood education, CDA credential, 25 years experience
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: yes
1. DAYS AND HOURS :
- 3 MO. TO 1 YEAR:
- TWO YEAR OLDS:
- THREE YEARS OLDS: Tuesday, Thursday 9 to 12
- FOUR YEARS OLDS: M,W,F 9 to 12, extended day on Wednesday until 1:30
- OTHER: Summer camp in June
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET TRAINING, OTHERS? Must be toilet trained
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: None - but we tend to fill up quickly.
4. FEES (PER MONTH):
- PAYMENT SCHEDULE:
- 3's $1935/yr or $215/mo
- 4's $2600/yr or $288/mo
5. IS TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED? no
6. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 5:1
7. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: Fall/Spring
8. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: Volunteer as needed.
9. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Anytime ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? yes
10. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: arts & crafts, costumes/dress up, free play, games, gross motor equipment, manipulative toys, music period, nature study, outdoor play, play apparatus, puppets, puzzles, snack, story hour. Large indoor playground.
DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: February, 2008.
NAME OF SCHOOL:
The Unquowa School (Pre K 3 - Grade 8)
ADDRESS: 981 Stratfield Road, Fairfield, CT 06825
PHONE: (203)336-3801 admissions: 367-3151 WEB ADDRESS:www.unquowa.org
EMAIL ADDRESS: shansen@unquowa.org
(admissions)
DIRECTOR: Sharon Lauer, Head of School (slauer@unquowa.org)
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: B.A. & M.A.
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT : Accredited by Connecticut
Assoc of Independent Schools (CAIS), National Ass. of Independent Schools (NAIS)
1. DAYS AND HOURS: See below.
- 3 MO. TO 1 YEAR: None
- TWO YEAR OLDS: None
- THREE YEARS OLDS:
Session 1: M,W, F 8:30-11:30 or Session 2: M 12:30-3:30,
T, TH 8:30 - 11:30
- FOUR YEARS OLDS: 5 days
M, W, F 8:30 - 12:00, T,Th 8:30 - 3:30
- OTHER:
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET
TRAINING, OTHERS?): 3 year old program - turn 3 by 9/1 and
toilet trained.
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: rolling admissions
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): Pre K 3 - $6,300.
Pre K 4 - $12,5000 (2007-2008)
- PAYMENT SCHEDULE: (3 payment
schedules) 1. Full Payment 2. Two Payments 3. Ten
Payments
5. IS TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED?
No
6. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 3's - 8 to1
4's - 10 to 1
7. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: Yes
8. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: Unquowa Parents Association
9. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes
- ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD?
Yes
10. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts
and crafts, classroom pets, computers, costumes, day trips, free play,
games, gross motor equipment, manipulative toys, music period, nature
study, outdoor play, play apparatus, puzzles, puppets, rest period,
snack, story hour, tape rec/players, video/film, artist study,
science program.....
DATE UPDATED: March, 2007
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NAME OF SCHOOL: Zeff Early Childhood Center at Congregation Rodeph Sholom
ADDRESS: 2385 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06604
PHONE: (203) 334-0159 WEB ADDRESS:
EMAIL ADDRESS: cong.rodephsholom@snet.net
DIRECTOR: Mrs. Liz Englander
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: B.S. Early Childhood Education and Graduate Courses
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: Yes
1. DAYS AND HOURS: M-F: 9AM to 3PM
- 3 MO. TO 1 YEAR:
- TWO YEAR OLDS: M, W, or T, Th 9 - 11:30
- THREE YEARS OLDS: 3, 4, or 5 days 9-12, 9-1:00, or 9-3:00
- FOUR YEARS OLDS: 4 or 5 days 9-12, 9-1:00, or 9-3:00
- OTHER: One's program with moms Fridays 9:00-10:30. Baby's Morning Out - Wednesdays 9:15-10:15 Mom's & babies up to 9 mos. Social Worker will discuss parenting issues. Enrichment programs 3's and 4's 1:00-1:45
2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET TRAINING, OTHERS? ) No interviews. 2,3, or 4 by Dec 31st of that year. 2's do not need to be toilet trained, 3's do not need to be toilet trained.
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: None, starts in December
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): Varies with age and number of days.
- PAYMENT SCHEDULE: Monthly or twice a year.
5. IS TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED? No
6. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: ( 2 year olds: 4:1) ( 3 year olds: 7:1) (4 year olds: 7:1)
7. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: Yes, Dec and May
8. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: Open door policy. Parents can participate in cooking, reading stories, class trips, or anything they desire.
9. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes
- ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? Yes.
10. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts and crafts, computers, day trips, costumes, free play, games, gross motor equipment, manipulative toys, music period, nature study, outdoor play, play apparatus, puppets, puzzles, snack, story hour, tape rec/players.
DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: March, 2007
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