Program Overview

Locations:

• Barnes Early Childhood Center Address: 20090 Morningside Dr
• Ferry Elementary School Address: 748 Roslyn (PREK ONLY)
• Richard Elementary School Address 176 McKinley (PREK ONLY) 

Program Hours:

• School Day: 8:30 AM – 3:45 PM
• School Day with Extended AM: 7:15 AM- 3:45 PM
• School Day with Extended AM: 7:15 AM- 3:45 PM (BARNES ONLY)

Program Overview:

• Age Groups:

  • Preschool Prep: 30 months to 3 years old (BARNES ONLY)
  • Preschool: 3 years old (BARNES ONLY)
  • Pre-K: 4 years old

  • Must turn 4 by September 1, 2025. Students who are considering placement in Young 5’s the following year may also be considered for Pre-K and must have a birthdate prior to December 1, 2020. There are no exceptions for children who turn 5 after December 1. Children must be fully potty-trained for all Pre-K programs. 

  • **Students who turn 2.5 on or before September 30th may also apply but may not attend until they turn 2.5 years old. Families are responsible for the full September tuition payment. No exceptions will be made for birth dates after September 30th. 

Curriculum:

• -Incorporates HighScope principles: Children construct their own learning by engaging with materials, people, and ideas.
• -Play-based learning model: Emphasizes that play is the critical work of early childhood.
• -Active, hands-on learning: Children learn best by doing, exploring, and interacting with their environment.
• -Outdoor play: Ample time spent outdoors to foster physical development, social interaction, and a connection to nature.
• -Well-rounded development: Focus on cognitive, physical, and social-emotional growth through varied activities (free play, structured group work, creative expression, etc.).