THE SETTING

     Our school buildings are located on 3 ½ acres of lawns, gardens, sand and pines. The handsome grounds include an extensive fenced-in playground which provides a natural setting for fresh air and freedom of movement. The innovative play equipment is designed for imaginative play and natural physical challenges.  Children run, climb, swing, dig, and explore in our spacious, open campus.

THE FACILITY

       In a large cottage style schoolhouse there are five warm and homey classrooms. Each is on the ground floor with its own entrance, toilet facility, and direct access to the playground. A separate cottage serves as a toddler classroom.  Our outdoor environment includes barns and pens for our barnyard animals, a vegetable garden, flower gardens, bird feeding stations and easy access to the neighboring woods, trails, and ponds of the Closter Nature Center.

 THE STAFF

       Each class has two teachers with a class size averaging 18 students. Each lead teacher has either a Baccalaureate or a Masters in Education or a related field. All of the teachers continue their professional development through continuing education.  We have a committed core of teachers that have been with the school for over ten years.

THE CHILDREN

       We accept children from a toddler age of 2 ½ up to pre-kindergarten. Currently we offer two pre-K classes, two classes of 3 year olds, a toddler class that begins in September as well as a toddler class that begins in January. Our open enrollment is based on a first come first served acceptance. The Lindgren Nursery School and Camp admits students of any race, color, nationality or ethnic origin.

SESSIONS

       We offer morning,  afternoon, or full day sessions for three, four or five days a week.  The morning session is from 9:15 to 11:45 am. The afternoon session is from 1:00 to 3:30 pm. A full day session is 9:15 to 3:30. We also offer a lunch hour, before school care from 8:00 am and after school care till 5:30 pm.  Childcare is also available at our facility during most school vacations.

TRANSPORTATION

       School bus transportation is provided, for pick-up and/or drop-off, within a reasonable distance. This service is offered for a fee and there are a limited number of seats.

THE PARENTS

       Parents and guardians come into the classroom each day to sign-in their child. The teachers appreciate the opportunity to keep in touch with parents daily so that either the parent or the teacher can communicate any events or concerns for that day. Parent-teacher conferences are scheduled during two days in January, though parents are encouraged to arrange for a conference at any time there is a need. Parents are welcome in the classroom if they wish to observe or to bring their own interests or talents to the children. Any formal visit is always pre-arranged.

 ORIENTATION DAY

       Prior to the first day of school we offer an orientation session for the children and their parents. At this time children and parents have the opportunity to meet their teachers, become familiar with their classrooms and meet other students. Teachers will provide handbooks and speak about classroom routines and curriculum.  Practical information will be shared so that the teachers and parents may work together to insure an easy transition to school.

SPRING FAMILY PICNIC

       Each May, as the weather warms and the gardens begin to bloom, the entire school community comes together for a family picnic and art show. The children prepare edible  treats and the teachers create a beautiful display of their students' artwork. Each year we look forward to seeing mothers and fathers, grandparents, aunts and uncles, siblings, and alumni.

 ADMISSION AND REGISTRATION PROCESS