Our Programs
The St. John’s Early Learning Center is a developmental preschool serving children between the ages of 2 and 5 years. Our program affirms the individuality of children and provides an emotionally safe environment in which they can learn and socialize. It is our belief that children grow and learn when they are free to observe, explore and actively engage in activities at their own developmental levels and pace.
Our program provides a warm and nurturing environment in which children can thrive. Each child is treated as an individual, respecting his or her needs, learning style and personality. Our rich thematic curriculum addresses the intellectual, emotional, social and physical needs of young children.
Since we acknowledge the importance of play, our day combines free-playtime, group activities and discussions to allow the children to practice the social readiness skills necessary to begin kindergarten with a positive self-image. We encourage children’s natural curiosity and foster a healthy respect for themselves, for others and for their surroundings.
Preschool classes include yoga, science and music enrichment as part of the curriculum. Our curriculum adheres to the educational standards established by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). In addition to our exceptional equipment and sun-filled classrooms, ELC offers outdoor play each day that weather permits in a newly expanded playground, featuring a tricycle path.
Weekly Class Schedule:
2s - Wednesday/Friday (Optional Day Monday) ............. 9:15 am – 11:45 am
3s - Monday/Wednesday/Friday (4th, 5th Optional Days) ............. 9:00 am – 11:45 am
4s - Monday thru Friday ............. 9:15am – Noon
Preschool
Summer Camp
Our summer Camp is in its 20th year of operation and continues to offer a stimulating, age-appropriate experience for children 2 to 5 years of age. With an emphasis on theme-related weekly activities, your children will have the opportunity to enjoy indoor as well as outdoor activities including art, music, water play, drama, and group games. With our expanded playground, your campers will have many new possibilities for summer fun!
Our camp director, Barbara Bonfantini, who is presently working in the Katonah-Lewisboro Kindergarten Program, brings energy and enthusiasm as well as many years of experience working with young children.
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Camp runs for 6 weeks beginning June 26th and ending August 3rd.
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Camp is held Monday through Thursday from 9:15 to 12:00.
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Register for as many or as few weeks as your schedule permits.
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The registration fee is $55 per child OR per household (if multiple siblings will be enrolled).
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Tuition is $195 for a single (1) week OR $185 per week for two (2) weeks or more that the child attends during the six week program.
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Sprinkler fun is planned for Mondays and Thursdays.
Please keep in mind that while embracing the philosophy of St. John’s ELC, our camp will offer your children a wide range of summer activities. They will learn while playing, make new friends and enjoy their old ones while under the supervision of our professional staff with a high teacher/child ratio.
For more information about our Day Camp Program, Please contact: stjohnscampdir@gmail.com