St. James' Nursery School

Locations:

 

 

 Telephone (school office):

  

1307 North Main Street, Mt. Airy, Maryland  21771 

2927 Gillis Falls Road, Mt. Airy, Maryland  21771

 

(301) 829-0014
St. James' Nursery School was established in 1974. We are licensed by the Maryland State Department of Education and are accredited by the National Association for the Education for Young Children (NAEYC) and the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE). We are very proud to hold dual accreditation and work hard to offer one of the best preschool program's in the state of Maryland. St. James Nursery School is a mission of St. James' Episcopal Church and encourages the wonder of God.

 

 

Our program is proud to have earned NAEYC Accreditation - the mark of quality for early childhood education programs. For more information, CLICK HERE

 

NOTICES

 

St. James' Nursery School’s Summer Program

Registration for St. James' Nursery School's Summer Program has started at the nursery school office at 1307 North Main Street. It is a flexible six-week program which is offered everyday from 9:00-11:30. Themes include: Beach Bonanza, Little Critters, Bible Stories, Amazing Authors, Up, Up, and Away, and Down on the Farm. Your child can attend for only one week or a number of weeks, not necessarily in sequence, depending on your family's schedule. The Summer Program will be held from June 10th through July 26th with the exception of the July 4th holiday week. The classes are available to all 3, 4, and 5 year old children in our community who have not yet attended kindergarten and will have turned three by 9/1/13 and are potty trained. All children in our community are welcome to register for this enriching and creative summer program. St. James' Nursery School is located at 1307 North Main Street in Mt. Airy, Maryland. Call 301-829-0014 for details. Here is our 2013 Summer School brochure with more details!

Registration for the 2012-2013 school year!!

St. James' Nursery School in Mt. Airy, currently in its 38th year of serving the community, will continue to register new families for our 2012-2013 school year on as long as openings remain in our program. We offer the highest quality of program for 2's, Preschool 3's, and Pre-K 4's program. Our school is accredited through the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC.org) and by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE). Parents can call the nursery office at 301-829-0014 for more information, to set up a tour and/or to request information. Information about our program and registration forms are also available on our website.

Patricia Castle, Director

 

Our Philosophy  
We believe that the early years in a child's life are truly significant in the development of a child. Through careful and thoughtful planning of the learning environment and hands-on experiences, children are involved in activities which stimulate and motivate their interest and academic growth. We support and encourage our staff to continue to develop in their skills and knowledge in early childhood education. We encourage parents to actively partner with us as your child attends our program. We provide opportunities for children to interact with a wide range of materials and with each other through play. Social skills, such as getting along with others and working in a group, are a focus of our program. One of our main goals is for children to be well-prepared for kindergarten and for later life experiences - and most of all - to enjoy their first school experience!

 

Our Mission
To provide an educational environment which nurtures each child's spiritual, emotional, intellectual, physical and social development.  

Our Vision
To be the best preschool program in the region dedicated to the preparation of children for success in school and life.  

Core Values
  • To affirm the value and worth of every child
  • To enable each child to discover their personal interests, talents and skills
  • To support an exceptional staff committed to providing caring, sensitive guidance with fair and consistent rules
  • To present a comprehensive curriculum which is creative and innovative
  • To create an environment that promotes social growth and behavior
  • To remain rooted in Christianity but welcoming to children of all faiths
  • To provide support for the families
  • To strength the mission of St. James' Episcopal Church

Purpose for Children

  •  To learn to take directions from  someone other than the primary caregiver

  •  To find that school is a happy place and that teachers are warm and friendly

  • To help develop self-discipline through encouragement and consistent standards of behavior

  • To use gross and fine motor skills through active play with equipment designed for their age

  • To develop skills, talents, and interests and expand them

  • To develop a positive sense of personal self-esteem and an understanding of the needs and rights of others

  • To experience personal pride of achievement

  • To consider individual needs in conjunction with the purpose for the group

  • To expand the ability to communicate and interact with others
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