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Children are assigned to classes according to age and developmental levels. Currently our classrooms are filled as follows:
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Classroom |
Age |
Teacher/Child Ratio |
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L'il Angels |
6 weeks - 6 months |
1:4 |
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Munchkins |
10 - 12 months |
1:4 |
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Magical Kingdom |
12 - 24 months |
1:4 |
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Cuddlebugs |
two years |
1:5 |
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Honey Bears |
2 - 3 years |
1:5 |
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Busy Bees |
2 1/2 - 3 years |
1:6 |
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Butterflies |
3 - 4 years |
1:6 |
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Gingerbears |
3 - 4 years |
1:6 |
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Pokey Puppies |
3 - 5 years |
1:6 |
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Unicorns |
4 - 5 1/2 years |
1:7 |
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Mis Amigos |
5 1/2 - 6 1/2 years |
1:9 |
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Wizards |
5 1/2 - 6 1/2 years |
1:9 |
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All Stars |
6 - 12 years |
1:12 |
Infants, six weeks through the toddling years, receive tender care from caregivers. This exceeds the nationally required ratio of one caregiver to four infants at all times. We encourage partnership and encourage parents to visit at any dime of day.
Communication between caregivers and parents is a number one priority. Caregivers record times of feedings, changing, nap times, administration of medication, etc. on a "daily sheet" which keeps parents informed. Caregivers understand that they need to be flexible with each parent's schedule so that the best solution is found for each family. When you're running late for an appointment at the end of the day, a quick call to the Center allows us to support you - we can have the baby changed and dressed to go to help you get oh your way quickly. Personal care - We understand that each baby has different needs and schedules, and do not try to impose a schedule for your child. Mothers are encouraged to come to the Center to nurse their child as well as visit.
Toddlers
Toddlers are a busy group. Children are grouped in classrooms of 8-10 children with two teachers. Toddlers experience a variety of activities that support language development, gross motor skills, personal hygiene, creativity and exploration.
A day in the life of a Busy Bee (one of our Toddler classes).....
| 6:45 am |
Arrive and settle in |
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| 7:00 am |
Breakfast is served at a family style table |
| 7:30 - 9:00 |
So much to explore - go ahead and play! |
| 9:30 |
Health snack is served |
| 10:00 - 11:30 |
Outdoor activities/circle time/story telling/projects involving the weeks' theme (example: Fire Safety Week) |
| 11:30 |
What's Cookin'? Today's menu includes English muffin pizza, green beans, pineapple, and milk |
| 12:00 - 2:30 |
Nap time |
| 2:45 |
Vanilla wafers and apple juice served for snack |
| 3:15 - 4:00 |
Music, dance, dress up |
| 4:00 |
A child is scheduled to leave at 4:00. Mom calls to inform her child's teacher that she has a doctor's appointment at 4:00 and must pick up the child at 3:30. The teacher tells mom that the class is just about to to outside to the playground, which she knows the child loves, and suggests that the parent pick up the child after the doctor's appointment. Doctor's visit was stress free and relaxed. Child enjoyed a little more time with his friends outside. Everyone wins! |
| 4:14 - 6:00 |
Weather permitting we play outside. Inside activities include Lego building, painting, etc. |
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Children between the ages of three and five years old participate in the Children's Center nationally accredited early childhood education program. The developmentally based program offers a secure and loving environment while guiding each child, through play, in the important work of interacting with the world and others in it. |
A day in the life of a "Unicorn"......
6:45 am |
Arrive and settle in |
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7:15 am |
Breakfast (juice, cereal, fruit, and milk today) is served family style |
8:00 – 9:00 |
Free play |
9:00 – 9:15 |
Circle time/sharing |
9:15 – 9:30 |
A healthy snack is served |
9:30 – 10:30 |
Learning Center activities |
10:30 – 11:30 |
Outside play (weather permitting) |
11:30 |
Story time or singing |
11:45 |
Lunch is served |
12:30 – 2:00 |
Rest time |
2:00 – 2:30 |
Quiet table activities |
2:30 |
A healthy snack is served |
3:00 – 4:30 |
Outside play |
4:30 – 6:00 |
Free play |
| The Center based program serves children in the 1st through 6th grades with a before and after school, school vacation, and summer program. The local elementary school is just a five minute walk from the Center. After eating breakfast and having some tome to read or walk on projects, children are walked to school. In the afternoon children are walked back to the Center where they have a multitude of activities to choose from, including |
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Expand, Explore and Summer Programs
Preschool Special Education
| In 1976 the Children's Center became the first NH certified preschool education program to include special needs children in their preschool classrooms. Preschool children with special needs, with an educational plan tailored to their needs, attend the preschool program and receive services from a certified special education teacher, speech pathologist, and an occupational therapist. |
Prevention and Family Services
| Family Service and Prevention Program social workers and a home visitor, working closely with agencies such as the Visiting Nurses Association and the NH Division of Children, Youth and Families, providing family counseling, resource and referral for needed services and community education. The HOPE program provides specialized services to emotionally and socially challenged preschool aged children. |
Family Child Care Sponsor
| The Children's Center assists a network of Family Child Care Homes in the processing of state tuition scholarships and the federal Child and Adult Care Food Program. the Center also offers First Aid, CPR and other professional training to family caregivers. |
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