Come see why we are the longest running nursery school in the area!
Walking into a classroom at Dutch Neck Presbyterian Church Cooperative Nursery School is like getting one big warm bear hug! From the dedicated teachers to the engaging and developmentally appropriate curriculum — DNPCCNS’s philosophy is rooted in putting children first. That is why for 45 years the school has been so successful in helping children build their socialization skills while sparking their curiosity and love of learning.
“We look at every child as an individual with their own learning style and personality. We provide a multi-discipline curriculum, which gives every child a chance to succeed,” said Barbara Fruh, DNPCCNS director of education and veteran teacher of 25 years. “At DNPCCNS children feel loved and supported as they begin to explore the world around them in a classroom setting.”
One thing that has remained constant is the commitment to small class sizes. Ranging from 10 to 18, with a teacher, assistant teacher, and helping parent, this far exceeds the state mandate.
DNPCCNS provides a positive transition from home by involving parents in the classroom. “One of the best parts of being a cooperative school is that our parents are involved in their child’s education from the start, working alongside teachers,” says DNPCCNS administrative director Kim Kelly, who was both a student and a parent with the school.
While DNPCCNS prides itself in being the oldest nursery school in the area, it places strong emphasis on adapting to meet the needs of its growing and diverse community.
“Our unique structure allows us to offer flexible programs like our Buy Out agreement, which reduces time spent in the classroom,” says Mrs. Kelly. “We also offer a June summer camp and in September, we offer Kindergarten Extension three to five days a week, mornings and afternoons.”
DNPCCNS also offers enrichment programs like cooking and science. Students also have the opportunity to participate in the “Lunch Bunch” program, where children enjoy an extra hour with friends, learning table manners and more. And there are several whole-school events throughout the year for families to enjoy.
Come find out what we have to offer for your child in the 2015-’16 school year. DNPCCNS is currently accepting applications. For additional information, please contact the office at 609-799-9490 or visit www.dnpccns.org.
Dutch Neck Presbyterian Church Cooperative Nusery School, 154 South Mill Road, Princeton Junction. 609-799-9490. www.dnpccns.org.
