For fifty years Applewild School has provided a dynamic foundation for children. Our full day Kindergarten program is the cornerstone of that foundation. Our Kindergarten program emphasizes:
§ Literacy and mathematics activities
§ Solid personal and social skills
§ Strong self-help skills
§ Healthy work habits
§ Joy for learning
Program Components
The Kindergarten day includes:
§ Library visits with school librarian
§ Gross motor activities
§ Nature hikes
§ Science treasures,
In addition, physical education is taught weekly by our PE teacher and a rotation of “specials” is taught in the following fields
§ Music and Drama
§ Woodworking
§ Studio art
§ French
Applewild’s Kindergarten is nestled in our Marshall Lower School Building, providing a wonderful environment for socialization in morning meetings, snack time, outdoor play, classroom library, and areas for blocks, housekeeping, art, science, writing & math. Kindergarten children are fully integrated into the life of our Lower School at our family-style lunches and in afternoon activities.
Expert Faculty
Our two early childhood experts, both with masters degrees, team teach in our Kindergarten.They have a wealth of experience providing developmentally appropriate active learning opportunities.In addition, our “special” subject teachers are professional educators trained in their disciplines.
Appropriate Pace
Our Kindergarten’s six hour academic day (8:00 am – 2:00 pm) is appropriately paced, with an all-inclusive fee (lunch, snack).Children move comfortably among stations, projects and specials.Their day includes specific academic components both before and after lunch. Participation in the Kindergarten program ensures that children are well prepared for our seven and a half hour first grade academic program.
For families wishing additional coverage for their children, our Extended Day Program provides relaxed, nurturing childcare including socialization, crafts, and exercise in a safe, well-supervised setting at an additional fee.
Extended Day
Extended Day is offered at a discounted rate for Kindergarten families who wish to have their children remain at Applewild until 3:40 pick up.
Rates for 2007-2008
§ 2:00 – 3:40 @ $4.50/hour
(1/4 hr increments)
§ 3:40 – 5:15 @ $7/hour
(1/4 hr increments)
§ 12:00 – 5:15 Fridays @ $7/hour (Lower School K-3 has a half day every Friday)
*Rates are subject to change*
Applewild School, as a longstanding member of the Association on Independent Schools in New England, reaffirms our policy of nondiscriminatory admission of students.We admit qualified students of any race, color, religious affiliation, national and ethnic origin, sexual orientation and qualified handicapped students to all rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at our school. We do not discriminate in violation of any law or statute in the administration of our educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan program, or athletic or other school administered programs.
For more information about Applewild and our programs, contact our Admission Office at 978 342-6053 ext. 110 or email admissions@applewild.org
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