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Locations:
Telephone (school
office):
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1307 North Main Street, Mt. Airy, Maryland 21771
2927 Gillis Falls Road, Mt. Airy,
Maryland 21771
(301) 829-0014
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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). This accreditation allows us
to be listed on the Maryland State Department of Education website as an
accredited program. 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,
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Registration for the 2012-2013 school year!!
St. James' Nursery School in Mt. Airy, currently in its 38th
year of serving the community, will begin registering new families for the Fall 2012 school year on
Monday, 2/6/12 at 1307 North Main Street. New families registering a child for the 2's, Preschool 3's,
and Pre-K 4's program can do so beginning at 8:00 AM on 2/6/12. Alumni families can register prior to
public registration on 2/1-2/3/12. Our school is accredited through the National Association for the
Education of Young Children (NAEYC.org) and is listed as an accredited school on the Maryland State
Department of Education's website. The school will continue to accept registrations following this
initial registration event. Parents can call the nursery office at 301-829-0014 for more
information, to set up a tour and/or to request an information packet. Information about our
program and a registration form is also available from our website.
Patricia Castle,
Director
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Our Philosophy
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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 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
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To provide an educational environment which nurtures each child's
spiritual, emotional, intellectual, physical and social development.
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Our
Vision
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To
be the best preschool program in the region dedicated to the preparation of
children for success in school and life.
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Core
Values
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To affirm the value and worth of every child
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To enable each child to discover their
personal interests, talents and skills
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To
support an exceptional staff committed to providing caring, sensitive
guidance with fair and consistent rules
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To
present a comprehensive curriculum which is creative and innovative
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To
create an environment that promotes social growth and behavior
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To
remain rooted in Christianity but welcoming to children of all faiths
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To
provide support for the families
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To
strength the mission of St. James'
Episcopal Church
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Purpose
for Children
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To learn to take directions
from someone other than the primary caregiver
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To find
that school is a happy place and that teachers are warm and friendly
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To
help develop self-discipline through encouragement and consistent
standards of behavior
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To
use gross and fine motor skills through active play with equipment
designed for their age
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To
develop skills, talents, and interests and expand them
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To
develop a positive sense of personal self-esteem and an
understanding of the needs and rights of others
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To
experience personal pride of achievement
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To
consider individual needs in conjunction with the purpose for the
group
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To
expand the ability to communicate and interact with others
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to
download printable brochure
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