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The Fairfield Public Library is providing information as a public service on state licensed, group nursery schools and day care centers serving the town of Fairfield. Every effort is made to record the information accurately. Because we must rely on the participating organizations to update their information, no guarantees can be made that all information is correct. The posting of information is not an endorsement by the Library.  Please contact the school or center directly with any questions about the information presented below.

For more information about this database please contact, Mary Sorhus, Children's Librarian, 255-7369.

Nursery schools and day care centers are listed alphabetically. Please click on a letter to move directly to that section of the alphabet or you may scroll through the listings.

Arlene S. Powers
Bright Beginnings
Bright Futures Child Care Learning Center
Building Blocks of Learning - Preschool & Childcare
C&C Daycare
Child Development Center of the Jewish Home
Child's Garden
Christ's Church Nursery School
Clockwork Learning Black Rock 
Congregation B'nai Israel Nursery School
Fairfield University Early Learning Center
Great Beginnings Montessori School
Greenfield Hill Church Nursery School
Hill Farm Preschool
Hunt Ridge Montessori School
Jewish Home Child Development Center, see: Child Development Center of the Jewish Home
K'tanim Preschool at Congregation Beth El
Love and Learn Child Care, LLC
Methodist Nursery School
New Academy Preschool
Nonna's Day Care Center
Old Hill Children's Day School
Presbyterian Nursery School
Pumpkin Preschool, Inc
Saint Paul's Nursery School  
St.Thomas Aquinas Pre-K 
Saugatuck Nursery School
Southport Congregational Preschool and Toddler Program
Stephy's Daycare
A Sunny Day
Susan's Child Daycare
Sweetpea Home Daycare 
Tiny Tot Nursery School at Fairfield YMCA
Trinity Learning Center Preschool
Trinity Parish Nursery School
Unquowa School

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 holds a Head Teacher Certification from the State of CT. Dept. of Public Health. She Co-founded Kids' Place at Osborn Hill School, 1997. She was Head Teacher for Child Link at Jennings School 2002-2005. Heather was past President of Osborn Hill School PTA, and is a current member of the Fairfield Woods M.S.PTA. She holds a BGS degree from UCONN with a concentration in Human Development and Family Relations (HDFR) and an MAT in Elementary Education, Sacred Heart University, Fairfield, CT. Heather has her CT Teaching License Certification in Elementary Education, K-6.
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 noted
. 
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: Yes, January 21, 2003

1. DAYS AND HOURS: M - F 7:30am - 5:30pm

• 3 MO. TO 1 YEAR:  6
• TWO YEAR OLDS:  6
• THREE YEARS OLDS: 0
• FOUR YEARS OLDS: 0
• OTHER: 

2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET TRAINING, OTHERS?):  Tours scheduled at 4:00pm and at the discretion of the director..
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  ongoing
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): Fees--$75 per day, $355 per week; two week non-refundable deposit which is applied to the last two weeks of enrollment.

• PAYMENT SCHEDULE: weekly/bi-weekly/monthly

5. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO:  4:1 or better
6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: as needed
7. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: Holiday parties for children and parents: Halloween, Christmas-Hanukkah, Easter Egg Hunt, Mid January Pajama Party
8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes

• ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? Yes

UPDATED: August, 2012

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:  9-11:30 Mon and Wed, or Tues and Thurs; optional lunch bunch until 12:00
• THREE YEARS OLDS: 
• FOUR YEARS OLDS:
• OTHER: 

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.

• PAYMENT SCHEDULE: The 1st of every month.

5. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO:  1:4
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

UPDATED: June, 2009

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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 through Friday 7:30 to 5:00

• 3 MO. TO 1 YEAR:
  TWO YEAR OLDS: 
  THREE YEARS OLDS: 
  FOUR YEARS OLDS:
• OTHER:  6 weeks to 4 years

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

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

UPDATED: September, 2011

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NAME OF SCHOOL: Child Development Center of the Jewish Home
ADDRESS: 175 Jefferson Street, Fairfield, CT 06825
PHONE: 203-396-1005 FAX: 203-396-1131
WEB ADDRESS: http://www.jhe.org
EMAIL ADDRESS: mzarrilli@jhe.org
DIRECTOR: Mary Zarrilli
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: St of CT Directors Credential, Assoc. ECE, Phi Beta Kappa Honor Soc. Early Childhood Major, Director's Network, Head Teacher First Aid & CPR Certified
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: yes

1. DAYS AND HOURS:

Monday through Friday: 6:30am - 6pm

3 MO. to 1 YEAR: 1 class
TWO YEAR OLDS: 2 classes
THREE YEAR OLDS: 1 class
FOUR YEAR OLDS: 1 class
OTHER: Mornings/part-time preschool

2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET TRAINING, OTHERS?): An appointment with the director to visit
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Ongoing until classes are full
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): 6 wks - 3 - $320 wk/ Full time preschool - $275 wk. Part-time preschool $260-$390 mo.

PAYMENT SCHEDULE: Monthly by check, Mastercard, Visa, American Express and Discover credit cards accepted

5. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO:  Infants 3:1, Toddlers 4:1, 3's and 4's 8:1
6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: 2 times per year and as requested
7. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: yes, volunteer
8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes

• ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? Yes

9. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Intergenerational program, costumes/dress up, manipulative toys, rest period, arts and crafts, free play, puppets, story hour, In house entertainers, field trips, learning center environment including art, blocks, music, science, math, writing, literature, language, computers, indoor/outdoor games, 2 modern playgrounds, nature study, puzzles, books, song and dance, Pizza Fridays (Center serves pizza, no charge).

UPDATED: September, 2011

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 & Terri Levesque
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: Linane: Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education, 17 yrs experience in ECE, State of CT Director's Credential, , State of Ct Head Teacher Certificate, First Aid, CPR & Administration of medication trained.
Levesque: 13 years experience in Early Childhood, CDA in Early Childhood, Bachelor's degree in mathematics, First aid and CPR medication administration.
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: Yes  
1. DAYS AND HOURS: M-F: 7:00 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 and 1/2 day programs.

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): 11/12 full time - infant thru 2 - $360/wkly. Full Time Preschool - $283/wkly. Also part time available for preschool.

• PAYMENT SCHEDULE: Weekly or monthly

5. 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.
6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES:Available
7. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: Parents Association
8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes

• ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? Yes

9. 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

UPDATED: September, 2011

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NAME OF SCHOOL: Christ's Church Nursery School
ADDRESS: 59 Church Rd, Easton, CT 06612
PHONE:203-268-0792 FAX: 203-268-0637 WEB ADDRESS: www.ccnseaston.com
EMAIL ADDRESS:
DIRECTOR: Lisa Farnen
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: Masters Degree in Teaching
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: Yes

1. DAYS AND HOURS:

• TWO YEAR OLDS: (2 years old by June 30) T/TH 9:15 - 11:45
• THREE YEARS OLDS: M,W,F: 9 - 12
• FOUR and FIVE YEAR OLDS: M - Th, F: 9- 1

2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET TRAINING, OTHERS?):  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. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 2's - 4 to 1/ 3's - 5 to 1/ 4's & 5's - 7 to 1.
6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: yes, 2x a year
7. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: many
8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes.

• ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? Yes, call for appointment.

9. 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, music instruction, creative movement,, and science program.

UPDATED: September, 2011

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: acohen@congregationbnaiisrael.org
DIRECTOR: Alexa Cohen
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: BS in Psychology/Early childhood Education
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
• Full Day Programs available to 3's and 4's Monday - Friday 9:00 - 3:00
• 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 and 3's do not need to be toilet trained. 
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Ongoing
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH):

• PAYMENT SCHEDULE:   once a month or 3 x a year (Aug., Nov., & March)

5. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO:(2's - 4/1) (3's - 6/1, 8/1) (4's - 6/1, 8/1)
6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: Yes
7. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: Yes 
8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? yes, just call to set up a time

• ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? Yes, very welcome to visit.

9. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts, 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.

UPDATED: September, 2011

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NAME OF SCHOOL: Clockwork Learning Black Rock
ADDRESS: 233 Bennett Street, Bridgeport, CT 06605
PHONE: (203) 335-4200  FAX: (203) 335-4200
WEB ADDRESS:  http://www.clockworklearning.com 
EMAIL ADDRESS: blackrock@clockworklearning.com
DIRECTOR: Lynn Martin
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: Masters Elementary Education, CPR & First Aid Certified
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: Yes
1. DAYS AND HOURS: M-F 7am - 6pm

• 3 MO to 1 YEAR: yes
• TWO YEAR OLDS: yes
• THREE YEARS OLDS: yes
• FOUR YEARS OLDS: yes
• OTHER: pre-K age 5

2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET TRAINING, OTHERS?): 3 yr olds must be potty trained to be in preschool 
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 1 week prior to start
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): Weekly, bi-monthly or monthly tuition, registration fee to hold spot open and security deposit

• PAYMENT SCHEDULE:   Weekly, bi-monthly, monthly.

5. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 1:4 (3m - 3 yrs) 1:10 (3yrs & up)
6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: Yes, once and twice a year and as requested
7. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: Yes
8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes

• ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? Yes

9. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts and crafts, classroom pets, computers, 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, snacks (we provide), story hour, tape rec/players, video/film.
We are a nut-free environment.

UPDATED: February 2012

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NAME OF SCHOOL: Fairfield University Early Learning Center
ADDRESS: 1073 North Benson Road, Fairfield, CT 06824
PHONE: 203-254-4028 FAX: 203-254-5577
EMAIL ADDRESS:   Carouseled@aol.com 
WEB ADDRESS:  http://www.fairfield.edu/gseap/elc_index.html                
DIRECTOR: Colleen Curtin
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS:  Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Bachelor’s Degree in Human Development, 10 years of experience, State of CT Director’s Credential, State of CT Head Teacher Certificate, First Aid, CPR, & Administration of Medication Certified.
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: Yes
1. DAYS AND HOURS:   Monday through Friday: 7:30am – 5:30pm

• 3 MO. to 1 YEAR: 1 class
• TWO YEAR OLDS: 1 class
• THREE- FOUR YEAR OLDS: 1 class
• OTHER: Mornings/Afternoons part-time for preschool

2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET TRAINING, OTHERS?): An appointment with the Director to visit.
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  Ongoing until classes are full
. 
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): 2012 full time - Infant thru 2 - $365/wkly. Full Time Preschool - $285/wkly. Part-time preschool pricing available upon request.

• PAYMENT SCHEDULE:  Weekly, Bi-Weekly or Monthly by check, money order or cash.

5. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO:  Infants 4:1, Toddlers 4:1, 3's and 4's 10:1
6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES:  Bi-Annually and as requested
7. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS:   yes, volunteer
8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes

• ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD?  Yes

9. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: We provide activities on a daily basis that encourage and enhance gross motor development, fine motor development, cognitive development and social/emotional development. Classrooms may contain areas such as, but are not limited to: Block area, Dramatic play area, Reading/Writing Area, Art Area, Technology Area, Science Area and Manipulative Area.

OTHER: We also provide instruction to our children in American Sign Language and Bi-Lingual Education. We also provide on-going, enriched educational activities between Fairfield University Students and children of the Early Learning Center.

UPDATED: January 2013

NAME OF SCHOOL: GREAT BEGINNINGS Montessori School
ADDRESS: 148 Beach Road, Fairfield, CT 06824
PHONE: (203) 254-8208, FAX: 203-254-8290
EMAIL ADDRESS:   greatmontessori@aol.com   
WEB ADDRESS:  www.greatmontessori.com                
DIRECTOR: Marnee Harke
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS:  BS in Early Childhood Education and Child Development from Vanderbilt University, and Montessori trained at CMTE of NY
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: Yes, and American Montessori Society Accredited
1. DAYS AND HOURS:   5 day a week program

• 18 months - 3 Years Old: 8:45-11:45, 12:30-3:00
• 3 - 6 Years of Age - Mixed age Classes: Offer the Following Hours:
  8:45-11:45 Morning
  8:45-1:00 Lunch Bunch
  8:45-3:00 for 5 year olds (kindergarten age)
• Other: Elementary grades 1-3

2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET TRAINING, OTHERS?): Parent observation, interviews, toilet trained for three and older.
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  Rolling Admisssion, but strongly urge parents to apply in the fall the year before admission.
. 
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): $6,000 half day, $7,000 lunch bunch, $8,000 full day

• PAYMENT SCHEDULE:  quarterly

5. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO:  10:1
6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES:  Twice a year
7. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS:   Parent nights, observation days, father's and mother's morning, classroom presentations and helpers
8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes

• ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD?   At the interview

9. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts and crafts, classroom pets, day trips,  free play, games, gross motor equipment, outdoor play, play apparatus, manipulative toys, music period, nature study, puzzles, snack, Spanish lessons, story hour, tape/CD/players.  We run a full Montessori Program with trained teachers and materials.

UPDATED: September, 2011

NAME OF SCHOOL: Greenfield Hill Church Nursery School
ADDRESS: 1045 Old Academy Road, Fairfield, CT 06824
PHONE:  203-259-7597  FAX: 203-255-4641 WEB ADDRESS:                             
EMAIL ADDRESS:  nurseryschool@greenfieldhillchurch.com
WEB ADDRESS:www.greenfieldhillchurch.com
DIRECTOR: Susan Rippey
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS:  B.S.degree in education, CT Director's Credential, 20+ years experience in ECE
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: yes

1. DAYS AND HOURS: Monday - Friday 9:15-12,
Extended day offered Mon - Fri, noon - 2 pm

• 3 MO. TO 1 YEAR:
• TWO YEAR OLDS:
• THREE YEARS OLDS: 3 days
• FOUR YEARS OLDS: 4 days and 5 days
• OTHER: Pre-K Program, 5 days, 9:15am - 1:00pm

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 11-12 on-going; 2012-2013 Enrollment Event on Nov 4, 2011 (Call school for information)
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): available upon request

• PAYMENT SCHEDULE: $50 registration, $500 at contract signing. 3 installments: May, November, February

5. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO:  8-1
6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES:  yes, December and April
7. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS:  yes
8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? yes

• ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? For interviews perferably not

9. 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 peanut aware environment.

UPDATED: September, 2011

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NAME OF SCHOOL: Hill Farm Preschool
ADDRESS:  160 Hill Farm Road, Fairfield, CT 06824
PHONE: (203) 292-9533
WEB ADDRESS: www.hillfarmpreschool.com
EMAIL ADDRESS: hillfarmpreschool@yahoo.com
DIRECTOR: Kathy Barnes
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: Degree in Early Childhood. CDA from NAEYC, over 15 years' experience in various childcare programs.
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: Yes
1. DAYS AND HOURS: 

• 3 MO. TO 1 YEAR: n/a
• TWO YEAR OLDS: Mon/Wed/Fri or Tues/Thurs 9:15-12:15
• THREE YEARS OLDS: Mon/Wed/Fri: 9:15am - 12:15pm
• FOUR YEARS OLDS: 4 or 5 days: 9:00am - 12:00pm
• OTHER: Pre-K: 5 days: 12:15 - 3:45pm and theme-based extended day offered until 2pm

2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET TRAINING, OTHERS?): 
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  ongoing
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): Please call for tuition.

• PAYMENT SCHEDULE:   Flexible payment options. We acept cash, checks, or credit cards.

5. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO:  4:1 - 2's. 5:1 - 3's. 5:1 4's. 5:1 Pre-K.
6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: Yes, October and April
7. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: Yes

8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes     ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? Yes

9. 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, snack, story hour.

OTHER: Spanish Sign Language and Music

UPDATED: September, 2011

NAME OF SCHOOL: Hunt Ridge Montessori School,   Founded 1983
ADDRESS: 834 Brookside Drive, Fairfield, CT 06824
PHONE: (203) 254-1159 
WEB ADDRESS:  www.huntridgemontessori.com
EMAIL ADDRESS: huntridge834@sbcglobal.net
DIRECTOR: Kathleen R. Zwahlen
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: B.A. Elementary. Education, M.A. AMI Montessori Education , 29 years Administration: The Hunt Montessori School
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: Yes
1. DAYS AND HOURS: Monday through Friday for all children

• 3 MO. TO 1 YEAR: no
• TWO YEAR OLDS: 2.9 years old, Monday through Friday 9:00am - 12:00 noon
• THREE YEARS OLDS:  Monday through Friday 9:00am -12 :00 noon
• FOUR YEARS OLDS:  Monday through Friday 9:00am - 12:00 noon
• OTHER: Kindergarten  Monday through Friday 9:00 - 2:45 p.m.
• Enrichment programs for 3 & 4 year olds, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 9am - 2 pm

2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET TRAINING, OTHERS?): Parent observation,  interview, child interview, and toilet trained.
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: September and October for the following year. Rolling admission throughout the year.
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): 2011-2012, $7800.00

• PAYMENT SCHEDULE: Quarterly

5. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 10:1
6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: twice per year, November and April
7. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: Yes. Cooking, singing, crafts, field trips, culture exchange
8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes.

• ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD?  At time of interview

9. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts and crafts, free play, games, gross motor equipment, manipulative toys, music period, nature study, outdoor play, play apparatus, puzzles, snack, story hour, tape/CDplayers, Montessori curriculum, French class, suzuki piano
 
UPDATED: September, 2011

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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 9:15 - 10:45
• TWO YEAR OLDS: M and W, or T and Th 9:15 - 11:45, Changes to 9:15 - 12:15 beginning in January
• THREE YEARS OLDS: 3, 4 or 5 day option 9:15 - 12:15, optional lunch 12:15 - 1:15
• FOUR YEARS OLDS: M-F 9:15 - 1:15 includes lunch
• OTHER: Science, Cooking and Art enrichment classes for threes and fours, 1:15 - 2:15

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. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 2's 1:4, 3's 1:6, 4's 1:7
6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: twice a year, November & May
7. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: yes, open door policy

8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes    ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? Yes

9. 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

UPDATED: September, 2011

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NAME OF SCHOOL: Love and Learn Child Care, LLC
ADDRESS: 66 Burroughs Road, Fairfield
PHONE: (203) 331-1861   WEB ADDRESS: 
EMAIL ADDRESS: karendrena@hotmail.com
DIRECTOR: Karen Drena
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: Bachelors Art Education
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: yes
1. DAYS AND HOURS: Monday - Friday 8:30-5:30

• 3 MO. TO 1 YEAR: yes
• TWO YEAR OLDS: yes
• THREE YEARS OLDS: yes
• FOUR YEARS OLDS: yes
• OTHER: after school program available

2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET TRAINING, OTHERS?) interview
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: none
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): depends on full time or part time

• PAYMENT SCHEDULE: monthly or weekly

5. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 6:1
6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: yes
7. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: yes
8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes     ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? yes

9. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: arts & crafts, computers, costumes/dress up, 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

DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: September, 2011

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NAME OF SCHOOL: Methodist Nursery School
ADDRESS: 1089 Fairfield Woods Road, Fairfield, Ct 06825
PHONE: (203)374-6548  WEB ADDRESS: www.methodist-ns.com
EMAIL ADDRESS:  methodistmns@sbcglobal.net
DIRECTOR:  Missy Barnhard
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: MS Early Childhood Ed, Ct Director's Credential, State of CT Head Teacher Certified, Certified Teacher, State of CT (pre-school to grade 8), 20 years experience
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: Yes
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: T/F 9:15 - 11:45
• THREE YEARS OLDS:  T/F 9-12 OR M/W/Th 9:00 - 12:00
• FOUR YEARS OLDS: M/W/Th 9:00-12:15 OR T/F 9:30-2:00 and W 1:00 - 4:15
• OTHER: PreK Monday through Friday 9:15-1:30
• Optional after school programs available for three year olds and four year olds
• Summer program offered in June/July

2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET TRAINING, OTHERS? For 2's program, must be two years old by August 31, parent/teacher interview prior to fall attendance, teacher home visit
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: on going
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): available upon request

• PAYMENT SCHEDULE:  1, 2 or 10 payments

5. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: Two year olds 4:1, Three year olds: 6:1, Four year olds/Pre-K 10:1
6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: yes
7. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS:  Parent coffees, parent evenings, field trips, classroom volunteer
8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes, anytime

• ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? not for interviews

9. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts, dramataic play, tactile experiences, story/literacy experiences, songs and finger plays, outdoor play, music and movement, science and exploration, cooking field trips, pro-active approach to conflict resolution, snack.

UPDATED: September, 2011

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NAME OF SCHOOL: New Academy Preschool
ADDRESS: 336 Westport Rd., P.O. Box 37, Easton, CT 06612
PHONE: 203-261-6700 FAX: 203-261-4300
WEB ADDRESS: www.Newacademypreschool.com
EMAIL ADDRESS:joannemazzeo@hotmail.com
DIRECTOR: Joanne Mazzeo
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: B.A elementary education, M.A. special education, Connecticut Teaching Certification Pre-Grade 6, Head Teacher Status, Early Childhood Endorsement, Director's experience
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: Yes

1. DAYS AND HOURS:

• 3 MO. TO 1 YEAR:
• TWO YEAR OLDS:  T/Th 9-11:30, 11:30-2:00
• THREE YEARS OLDS: M/W/F 9-11:45, 12:15 - 3:00
• FOUR YEARS OLDS: M/T/W/F 9-1, M/W/Th/F 11-3, optional 5th day
• OTHER:  optional lunch bunch until 1 for the am 3's and early bird 11:15 for the pm 3's. Optional lunch bunch until 12:30 for the am 2's and early bird 10:45 for the pm 2's. Fourth day 3's and 5th day 4's pre K programs available

2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET TRAINING, OTHERS?): Please call for information
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Ongoing
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): Varies according to class and hours. Please call for information

5. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO:  2's class 8:2; 3's class 11:2; 4's class 15:2
6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: October and March and upon request
7. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: Dad's night, Friday helper, Fall carnival, birthday parties to name a few; very parent oriented
8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes

9. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Handwriting Without Tears Program for 4's, arts and crafts, costumes/dress up, day trips, free play, games, gross motor equipment, manipulative toys, music, nature study, outdoor play, play apparatus, puppets, puzzles, snack, story hour, weekly music program for 3's and 4's, weekly creative movement for 3's and 4's, weekly foreign language for 4's, monthly science for 3's and 4's

DATE ENTERED/UPDATED: Septermber, 2011

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NAME OF SCHOOL: Nonna's Day Care Center
ADDRESS: 3173 Black Rock Turnpike, Fairfield, CT
PHONE: (203) 987-9062, (203) 650-9303 
EMAIL ADDRESS:  afrizzetta@sbcglobal.net Visit Facebook: Nonna's Day Care
DIRECTOR:  Anna Rizzetta
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: AA Degree from Sacred Heart University. 30+ years in health care. First Aid & CPR certified
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT: Yes
1. DAYS AND HOURS:   7:30am - 5:30pm Monday - Friday

• 6 WEEKS TO 1 YEAR: yes
• TWO-YEAR OLDS: yes
• THREE-YEAR OLDS: yes - must be potty-trained
• FOUR-YEAR OLDS: yes - must be potty-trained
• OTHER: five-year olds

4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): $300.00 per week 5 days a week

5. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 6:1

9. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts and crafts, free play, games, music period, outdoor play, puzzles, rest period, snack, story hour, tape rec/players, video/film. Food & drink to be supplied by parent/caregiver.

UPDATED: March 2013

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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: Cheryl.Taylor@ohcds.com
DIRECTOR: Cheryl Taylor
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: Connecticut Director's Credential, 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): one time-registration fee, activities/administration fee per year and tuition monthly.

• PAYMENT SCHEDULE: monthly

5. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: varies with age & classroom
6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: yes
7. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: yes

8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? yes

• ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? yes

9. 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.

UPDATED: September, 2011

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NAME OF SCHOOL: Presbyterian Nursery School
ADDRESS: 2475 Easton Turnpike, Fairfield, Ct 06825
PHONE: (203) 372-0855  WEB ADDRESS: Presbynurseryschool.org
EMAIL ADDRESS: presbykids@gmail.com
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- 3:15pm

• 3 MO. TO 1 YEAR:
• TWO YEAR OLDS:
• THREE YEARS OLDS: 2-day 3's T &Th 9 - 11:30 and 3 day 3's T & Th, 9:00 - 11:30 am ; F 9:00 - 12 Noon. (Optional extended days on T & Th until 1 pm)
• FOUR YEARS OLDS: 3-day 4's M, W, F 9 am - 12 Noon and 4-day 4's M, W, F 9 am - 12 Noon ; Th 9:00 - 11:30 am. (Optional extended days on M, W & F until 1:30 pm)
• OTHER:  Pre-K M-F 12:30 - 3:15 pm. (Optional extended days for Pre-K on W, Th ; F w/early arrival at 11:30am)
• Summer Program for enrolled students - 3 one- week sessions in June

2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET TRAINING, OTHERS?): Make appointment to view the program. Complete registration form and submit $200 non-refundable fee of which $100 will be applied to the last tuition payment of the upcoming school year. Toilet training is required.

3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: ongoing.
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): For 2011-2012 Three Year Olds: 2-day $2,385 & 3-day $3,375. Four Year Olds: 3-day $3,375 & 4-day $4,185. Pre-K: $4,275.

• PAYMENT SCHEDULE: 9 installments, semi-annual or annual.

5. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 8/1 in 3's, 9/1 in 4's and Pre-K
6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: yes
7. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: yes

8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes

• ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? Yes

9. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Language rich curriculum, arts and crafts, play loft in each classroom, costumes, free play, games, gross motor and fine motor activities, manipulatives, music, graphing, sorting, simple science, science experiments, nature study, outdoor play, remodeled play ground, indoor gym and play apparatus, puppets, puzzles, story time, CD, tape & record players, video/dvd, movement and music classes and day trips and parental involvement.
 
UPDATED: September 2011

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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: Pumpkin134@optonline.net
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

• 6 WEEKS 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. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 8 to 2 toddlers:   10 to 2 teachers maximum pre schoolers
6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: yes
7. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: yes, many conferences, festivals, seminars, fathers/mothers day participation, music and science program participation and field trips

8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? anytime  Must have app. before registration.

• ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? Yes

9. 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, snack, story hour, tape rec/players, video/film, second lang. of Spanish or French, kindergarten readiness, dance class, monthly special events, and computer class

UPDATED: September, 2011

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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;: Assistant Director: Jeanne Bartko
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 and National Association for Child Care Professionals

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 2011- 2012:  2 day (3 year olds) $2160; 3 day (3 year olds) $2980; 3 day (4 year olds) $3060; 4 day (4 year olds and PreK) $3620

PAYMENT SCHEDULE: 1, 2, 10 payments

5. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: (Three year olds: 1 to 7) (Four year olds: 1 to 9)
6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: Yes, twice a year, or as needed.
7. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: Parents are welcome and encouraged at anytime in classroom. Also on field trips for 4s + preK.
8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes, anytime.

• ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? for interviews preferably not

9. 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.

UPDATED: September, 2011

NAME OF SCHOOL: St.Thomas Aquinas Pre-K
ADDRESS: 1719 Post Road, Fairfield, CT
PHONE: (203) 255-0556 
WEB ADDRESS: www.stasonline.net
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; Extended Day 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm

2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET TRAINING, OTHERS? Toilet training
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: January
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH):  Call office for yearly fees
PAYMENT SCHEDULE: May be arranged through the office

5. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: Varies slightly by year
6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: Yes
7. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: Field trips
8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes

• ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? Yes

9. 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, gym period, library period

UPDATED:  June, 2009

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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 morning programs (no afternoons unless attending full day) Full time 8-6 if needed.  After kindergarten program.

• 3 MO. TO 1 YEAR: -
• TWO YEAR OLDS: - yes
• THREE YEARS OLDS: yes
• FOUR YEARS OLDS: yes
• OTHER: up to 7 year olds, lunch bunch, full day, and after school program available

2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET TRAINING, OTHERS? acceptance of SNS philosophy, interview.
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): 2011-2012 fees per month are as follows: 3's 9-12:00 2 days $285; 3's and 4's 3 days $417; 3's and 4's 8am - 6pm $660; 2 day 2's $346; full days 3's and 4's 8am -6pm $1568 per month. Lunch bunch, full day, and after school program available. Vacation programs offered on school holidays.

PAYMENT SCHEDULE: $150 registration fee plus 2 month tuition.  Billed monthly after that

5. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO:  5 day 4's 8:1; 3 day 4's 7:1; 3's program 8:1; 2's program 2:1

6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: 2/year scheduled more as needed.
7. 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.
8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes

• ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? as parent sees fit - with or without their child

9. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts and crafts, weekly enrichment programs include music with Miss Kim, yoga with Miss Missy, Zumba with Miss Carrie. Science, 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.

UPDATED: September, 2011

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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. + (four courses towards Masters)
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT : Yes.

1. DAYS AND HOURS: Mon. - Fri., 9 - 12:30

• 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. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: Toddler Program 4:1, Preschool 9:1
6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: For 3 and  4 year olds
7. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS:  Several parent volunteer programs and activities
8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes, by appointment if a spot in the program is available for that child.

• ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD?  yes

9. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts and crafts, free play, games, gross motor equipment, manipulative toys, music period, nature study, outdoor play, play apparatus, puppets, puzzles,  snack, story hour, weekly creative movements classes, monthly music classes and science classes for four year olds, field trips for three and four year olds.

UPDATED: September, 2011

NAME OF SCHOOL: Stephy's Daycare
ADDRESS: 857 Bronson Road, Fairfield, CT 06824
PHONE: (203) 292-5900
WEB ADDRESS:  www.stephysdaycare.com
EMAIL ADDRESS: stephysdaycare@yahoo.com
DIRECTOR: Stephanie Morgan
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS:  Pediatric first aide and safety certified/ 10 years of experience
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT : Yes.

1. DAYS AND HOURS: Mon. - Fri., 7am - 5:30pm

• 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.
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Rolling
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): Per month

PAYMENT SCHEDULE: 

5. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 6 children/1 provider

6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: Yes, if requested
7. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS:  Parents participate on a daily basis
8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes

• ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD?  yes

9. 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, computer, costumes/dress up, free play,

UPDATED: September, 2011

NAME OF SCHOOL: A Sunny Day
ADDRESS: 120 Beardsley Park Terrace, Bridgeport, CT 06610 (near Beardsley Zoo)
PHONE: (203) 345-7177
EMAIL ADDRESS: falconejoann@yahoo.com
DIRECTOR: Jo-Ann Grammatico
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT : Yes.

1. DAYS AND HOURS: Flexible for parents' needs

• THREE YEARS OLDS: Monday through Friday 7:30 - 5:30 or part-time hours
• FOUR YEARS OLDS: Monday through Friday 7:30 - 5:30 or part-time hours
• OTHER: before and after school care A.M. and afterschool hours as needed for school age children 

2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET TRAINING, OTHERS? toilet trained.
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Vacancies now
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH):
PAYMENT SCHEDULE: weekly or monthly

5. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 6/1

6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES:
7. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS:  
8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes

• ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD?  yes

9. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts and crafts, classroom pets, costumes/dress up, day trips, fish tank, free play, games, manipulative toys, music period, nature study, outdoor play, play apparatus, puppets, puzzles, rest period, snack, story hour, tape rec/players, video/film/movies. May go to Beardsley Zoo or library. Child brings own supply Fridays.

UPDATED: August 2011

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NAME OF SCHOOL: Susan's Child Daycare
ADDRESS: 134 Warsaw Street, Fairfield, CT 06825
PHONE:(203) 296-2308
EMAIL ADDRESS: gazang@aol.com
DIRECTOR:  Susan Abdulla
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT :   yes

1. DAYS AND HOURS:  Monday to Friday

• 3 MO. TO 1 YEAR: 7am - 5:30pm
• TWO YEAR OLDS: 7am - 5:30pm

2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET TRAINING, OTHERS? interviews.
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): 

PAYMENT SCHEDULE: $225 a week/pay every Monday

5. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 

6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES:
7. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS:
8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes

• ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? yes

9. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts and crafts, day trips, free play, games, outdoor play, puzzles, rest period, snack, story hour, video/film.

UPDATED:  September 2011

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NAME OF SCHOOL: Sweetpea Home Daycare
ADDRESS: 86 Union Avenue, Bridgeport CT 06824
PHONE: (203) 522-5434
FAX: (203) 612-4945
EMAIL ADDRESS: sweetpeahhomedaycare@gmail.com
DIRECTOR: Natasha Auguste-Williams
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS:  Certified Baby Nurse, Child Care, CPR, Nanny for 12 years
LICENSED BY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT : Yes.

1. DAYS AND HOURS: Mon. - Fri., 6am - 6pm, Saturday 8am - 4pm

• 3 MO TO ONE YEAR: yes
• TWO YEAR OLDS: yes
• THREE YEARS OLDS: yes
• FOUR YEARS OLDS: yes
• OTHER: 6 weeks 

2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET TRAINING, OTHERS? Interviews, kids do not have to be toilet trained.
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Ongoing
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH): Under 1 year: $215 weekly; Over 1 year: $200 weekly

PAYMENT SCHEDULE: weekly or monthly

5. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 6/1

6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: Can come and talk about any questions or concerns about their child
7. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS:  Yes, guest readers, accompany to field trip
8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes

• ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD?  yes

9. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: Arts and crafts, costumes/dress up, day trips, filmstrips, free play, games, manipulative toys, music period, nature study, outdoor play, play apparatus, puppets, puzzles, rest period, snack, story hour, math, science, spanish.

UPDATED: September 2010

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NAME OF SCHOOL: Tiny Tot Nursery School at Fairfield YMCA
ADDRESS: 841 Old Post Road, Fairfield, CT 06824
PHONE: (203)255-2834 
WEB ADDRESS: www.cccymca.org
EMAIL ADDRESS: tmclaren@cccymca.org
DIRECTOR: Terry McLaren
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: Masters in Education
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 - 12:00 noon; M-W-F (3 day) 9-12:00 noon
• FOUR YEARS OLDS: M -W -F: 9AM - noon;  Pre-K  M - F,  9- 1 PM (bring lunch)
• OTHER: P.L.A.Y. (Play and Learn at the YMCA) extended care till 3pm

2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET TRAINING, OTHERS?): Must be toilet trained for 3 year old and older programs. 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: 5 days $530.00/member, $560.00/non member; 4 days $450 member, 480/non member. 3 days $350.00/member, $380.00/non member; (2 days) $255.00/member, $270.00/non member.  Nursery School: 3 year olds (3 days) $305.00/member, $340.00/non member; 3 year olds (2 days) $215.00/member, $235.00 non-member, 4 year olds (3 days) $305.00/member, $340.00 non-member.   Pre-K M-F, $465.00/member, $495.00/non member. PLAY 12-2pm $14member $16 non-member. Pre K Play $14 member, $16 non-member

• PAYMENT SCHEDULE: On the 20th of the month. 9 installments for Playdays, August - April;
  10 installments for Nursery School, Aug- May.

5. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO: 8:1
6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: Written progress reports given out in November and June,  and conferences held in January.
7. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: Parents Nights, Father's Dessert Nights, Parent Coffees, Grandparents Day, Mother's Day Celebration, Parent Advisory Board, Room Mothers, graduation.
8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes

• ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? Yes

9. 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, 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.
 
UPDATED: September, 2011

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NAME OF SCHOOL: Trinity Learning Center Preschool
ADDRESS: 300 North Benson Road, Fairfield, CT
PHONE: (203) 254-9256  
WEB ADDRESS: www.trinityfairfield.org
EMAIL ADDRESS: trinitylearningcenter@yahoo.com
DIRECTOR: Cindy Barker
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: Degree in early childhood education, CDA credential, 27 years experience, "Certificate, Yale University Gesell Institute, Kindergarten Readiness"
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, 3 day 3's and 4 day 4's classes

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 $2250.00/yr or $250.00/month
• 4's $2900.00/yr or $322.00/month

5. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO:   5:1
6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: Fall/Spring
7. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS: Volunteer as needed.
8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Anytime       ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD? yes

9. 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.

UPDATED: September 2011

• 3 MO. TO 1 YEAR: N/A
• TWO YEAR OLDS: (2 1/2) Tuesday/Thursday 9 - 12:00
• THREE YEARS OLDS: Monday - Friday 9 - 12:00
• FOUR YEARS OLDS: Monday - Friday 9 - 12:00
• OTHER: Five year olds: Monday - Friday 9 - 1

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NAME OF SCHOOL: The Unquowa School (Pre K 3 - Grade 8)
ADDRESS: 981 Stratfield Road, Fairfield, CT 06825
PHONE: (203)336-3801 admissions:  203 367-3151 WEB ADDRESS:www.unquowa.org
EMAIL ADDRESS: shansen@unquowa.org (admissions)
DIRECTOR: Sharon Lauer, Head of School  (slauer@unquowa.org)
DIRECTOR'S CREDENTIALS: BS in English, Graduate Certification in Gifted Education, E.E. Ford Fellow
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:  W 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: Lunch Bunch M,W 12:00 -3:30 After School Owls 3:30-6:00

2. REQUIREMENTS (INTERVIEWS, TOILET TRAINING, OTHERS?):  3 year old program - turn 3 by September and toilet trained.
3. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: rolling admissions
4. FEES (PER SCHOOL YEAR OR MONTH):  Pre K 3 - $6,600.  Pre K 4 - $13,600 (2011-2012)

• PAYMENT SCHEDULE:  (3 payment schedules) 1. Full Payment   2. Two Payments  3. Ten Payments

5. PUPIL/TEACHER RATIO:   3's - 8 to1     4's - 10 to 1
6. PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES: Yes
7. PARENT PARTICIPATION PROGRAMS:  Unquowa Parents' Association
8. MAY PARENTS VISIT? Yes

• ACCOMPANIED BY CHILD?  Yes

9. ACTIVITIES/EQUIPMENT: The Early Childhood Program focuses on development of the whole child, with emphasis on learning through play and exploration of academic readiness in the areas of language arts, mathematics, social studies and science. Because our Early Childhood Program is an integral part of a PreK -3 through eighth grade school, Mandarin Chinese, Spanish, library, computers, visual and performing arts and physical education are integrated throughout the day, and taught by faculty of those disciplines.

UPDATED:   September, 2011

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