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The A.C.T.
Nursery Program has been gently introducing children like yours to a
world of learning since 1987. Taking a unique and individualized
approach with each family, our first priority is to foster a sense
of security and confidence in you and your child as he/she gains
independence being at school on his/her own.
A.C.T. is truly down-to-earth, nurturing and
inspired nursery school-a hidden gem in New York City's often crazed
education world. -The Paulls
For the young, small is beautiful. Our class of
no more than fifteen-is kept that way to be certain there will be
time to get to know-and nurture-each child. A small group and low
teacher/child ratio makes it possible for a teacher to be there when
children need help taking turns, playing together and resolving
squabbles. It also gives us the freedom and flexibility to respond
to individual needs and interests.
Full
time Pre-school Summer Camp 4 - 5 years
old (as of September 1)
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| Morning
Sections: Annual enrollment
required for morning sections.
9/27/12- 5/17/13 |
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Time |
Child's
age |
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Two Day:Tuesday & Thursday
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9am -12 noon
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2.0-3.3yrs. old
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| Three Day: Monday,Wednesday,Friday
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9am -12 noon |
2.5- 4 yrs. old |
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Afternoon extension
available (optional). Student enrolled
in morning session who stay for the afternoon
section remain supervised for rest, lunch and
recess and join in specialty classes or theme
based curriculum activities.
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12:00 pm - 3pm
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2.0-3.3yrs. old or
2.5- 4 yrs. old
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| Afternoon
sections:Annual and Semester
enrollment 9/24/12-12/21/12 & 1/7/13-5/17/13 |
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Time |
Child's
age |
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Two day Afternoon
Specialty
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1:30 pm - 3pm
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2.0-3.3yrs. old
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Tuesday
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Thursday
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Music and Movement
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Games 101
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| Three
Day Afternoon Specialty |
1:30 pm
- 3pm |
2.5- 4
yrs. old |
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Monday
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Wednesday
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Friday
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Spanish Language
Art Class
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Animal and Earth
Science
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Games 102
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| Description
of specialty classes: |
| Music
and Movement: Everyone
will express themselves through song and movement
during this class. Songs, finger plays, chants,
rhymes and stories are the foundation from which
we learn. Children use different instruments, props
and movement as they are explore all types of music.
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| Games
101: ACTion is the word
described in this class. Starting with warm-up exercises
and moving Into non-competitive games using running,
throwing and kicking skills. Verbal and non- verbal
directions using colors and numbers are cues during
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Language Art Class: A
great way to learn and use Spanish while exploring
creative techniques. Spanish vocabulary is introduced
and encouraged while working on projects that use
items found in the home. Children hear and use Spanish
vocabulary with bilingual teachers. |
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Animal and
Earth Science:Our natural
scientists observe using all their senses and
discuss what they discover and study. They learn
how to handle and care for animals from the A.C.T.
and explore artifacts found on the grounds of
the Cathedral. Exploration and discovery continues
in the garden and by performing simple experiments.
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Games
102: We use and build
on activities described in Games 101. Group games
introduce children to Cooperative and fun games.
We reinforce strategic play and outcomes. We focus
on the joy of playing and sharing with others.
Soccer skills will be the focus.
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NURSERY SCHOOL PROGRAM SPECIAL
FEATURES 
- Small classes in a mixed aged setting.
- Low teacher/student ratio.
- Experienced and dedicated teachers.
- Natural science curriculum.
- On-site playgrounds and lawns.
- Child-friendly gym space.
- Out door learning activities.
- Children's garden.
- Peacocks!
THE TRUE FUNDAMENTALS
The keys to a love of learning and school are based on
successes and the social and emotional growth youngsters'
experience. Through the introduction of basic values such as sharing
and kindness and life skills, we foster competency, friendships, and
social behavior that allow for productive learning. Children
experience group and partnered activities ranging from dramatic
play, singing, and group story-time to the physical exploration of
our indoor and outdoor facilities. A balance of freedom and
structure makes for a flexible, stimulating, and creative
environment. The emotional wellspring created now will be there to
draw on for all the Septembers to come.
During the school year your child will master
basic learning skills and habits, moving from activity to activity,
making choices, taking out and putting away materials, listening to
a group story, singing together, taking turns when talking,
listening to each other and walking with a partner.
"I love when my dad plays saxophone for all my
friends at circle time!" -LUCA, 3 YRS
"We have three
peacocks walking around our school!"
-VIOLET, 3 YRS
We also tackle life skills that young children
can use to judge themselves capable and competent: wash hands, put
on socks and shoes, don coats, hats and mittens, set out snack cups,
plates and napkins, pour juice, pass food and wipe up spills. The
long road to "academic readiness" is pursued without disturbing the
relaxed pressure-free atmosphere of play so necessary to effective
early childhood learning.
A TYPICAL morning
LEARNING CENTERS: Through exploration,
innovation, and creation, children make discoveries with
problem-solving materials alongside new friends. Through trial and
error, creativity, and discussion, children take their first steps
learning how to function in a classroom. Children may select to
build with blocks, act out at drama, create at the art center,
listen to stories, and work with challenging materials.
MEETING TIME: Children circle up to
listen to stories, sing, share, socialize, and dance. They foster
listening skills and learn to follow direction, a basic tool for
success in preschool and beyond.
TEACHER-LED ACTIVITIES: Teachers present
children with a wide-range of materials, clear instruction, and
guidance while simultaneously encouraging them to develop their own
imaginative, creative projects. Children work on projects in small
groups of five. Some projects take a few days to complete and are
developed in other classroom areas of the school.
PLAY: In warmer weather, the morning may
begin at the on-grounds playground, which features rubberized
surfaces, a sandbox, two climbers, and several standing spinners.
During colder months, we have our own indoor gym, equipped with
slides, tunnels, tricycles, scooters, ride-on toys, a seesaw,
balance beam, rocking boat, soft blocks, balls of all kinds and
sizes, hoops, hockey sticks, bowling pins, and lots more. Rain or
shine, your child can experience the "outdoorsy" play he/she craves
year-round. Teachers play traditional and new games.
END OF DAY: Children gather to listen to
a story, meet a guest, or participate in show and tell. Guests have
included parents who introduce special talents or read a story in
their native language. The day always closes with the "Good-bye
Song."
Extended day available from 2:30 PM - 6 PM
THE GROUNDS
The Cathedral of St. John the Divine's 13 idyllic acres make
possible our unique encouragement of your child's curiosity and
desire to explore. Learning about the homes and habits of the
squirrels and peacocks living on the grounds, raking leaves, digging
for worms and making them a home, planting bulbs, tending plants,
harvesting vegetables, observing and drawing the flowers of spring,
gathering art materials from nature, picnicking on lovely days,
sledding and building snow people in winter, are just some of the
things we'll do as your child learns about learning and the great
big beautiful world.
THE FACILITY
 Our
cozy classrooms features a built-in loft for dramatic
play and blocks, and a child-sized bathroom and sink.
Its walls are covered with children's artwork and dictated
stories, class-made graphs and charts, and the illustrated
songs and poems that are sung and recited by the group.
Conversation flows during snack and lunch. Our kitchen
is big enough for the many cooking projects we'll be
doing. The matted gym anticipates the days when rain
or cold keep us from the on-grounds playgrounds. The
gym is equipped with slides, tunnels, tricycles, scooters,
ride-on toys, a seesaw, balance beam, rocking boat,
soft blocks, balls of all kinds and sizes, hoops, hockey
sticks, bowling pins and more. So, rain or shine, your
child will get the outdoor play she/he craves. The on-grounds
playground features rubberized surfaces, a sandbox,
two climbers, and several standing spinners.
Check our Calendar
for the days ACT is closed.
Registration form available
Call for more information at (212) 316-7530.
Additional
Program Information
Playstation
Parent-toddler
class
Nursery
Preschool
Mini
ACT at camp
Rookies
at camp
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