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“Why We Like to Go to School at World Cup”

December 2, 2019 by The Inside Press

Courtesy of World Cup Nursery School & Kindergarten

1. I like to run on the playground.

2. I like to eat lunch with my friends.

3. I like doing my job of the day (they are hired!).

4. I like playing with my friends and the toys.

5. I like to make things with play dough.

6. It’s special and magical.

7. It’s fun and I like to make the loft a pet shop.

8. I like to make my friends laugh.

9. There are no monsters in school (we loved this one!)

and, the #1 response was…

10. I love my teacher!

Visit us at worldcupnurseryschool.com

Filed Under: Words & Wisdoms From Our Sponsors Tagged With: Kindergarten, Nursery School, playground, preschool, Teachers, World Cup

Child Care Support in New Castle

November 13, 2019 by The Inside Press

This area offers places and people who bring peace of mind to busy working parents who may not have their own sitter, or who may need additional care for their child or children. Here are a few affordable options that many in the community rely on and value enormously.

Chappaqua Children’s Workshop (CCW)

CCW provides an exciting educational experience for children before and after school in the Chappaqua School District. The educational programming is geared to helping each child gain confidence, independence, and a positive self-image. CCW serves children from elementary schools: Grafflin, Roaring Brook and Westorchard (additional separate programs available for middle school students). ccwkids.org

Mount Kisco Child Care Center (MKCCC)

Established in 1971, MKCCC provides high quality, affordable care and early education to a diverse group of children in a safe and healthy environment. MKCCC, a non-profit organization, cares daily for 145 children, ages three months to 11 years in a modern, state-of-the-art facility. An 8-week, full-day summer camp is offered for school-aged children in Kindergarten–5th Grade. MKCCC’s award winning curriculum includes a Feed Me Fresh garden-to-table nutritional program and intergenerational programming with My Second Home. With over 20,000 square feet of living space, the Center features growth and learning opportunities in a cozy setting with the warmth and security of home. In addition, 7,500 square feet of outdoor play space is perfect for everything from picnics to gardening. mkccc.org.

Oak Lane Child Care Center

Year-round, full-day program founded in 1972 by a group of working parents from the Pleasantville Cottage School. The organization began as a community of families and staff working together to create the best environment for the children, and officially opened in Chappaqua in 1982. Oak Lane offers four classes in its Center. The Toddler classroom accommodates children who range in age from 18 months to 3 years. In three Pre-K classrooms–two for children between the ages of three and four, and one for children four-turning-five. Nutritious meal plan provided by our on-site chef. oaklaneccc.org

A Note about PRESCHOOL and KINDERGARTEN

Many move to Chappaqua with their youngest in tow, or soon to be in tow, seeking excellent preschool options too. Prior to elementary school, the district offers full day kindergarten. Fortunately, quality preschool choices abound too from the many programs found in area houses of worship to private and not for profit options. Be sure to schedule visits and meet with the preschool director and take a tour to find the best fit for your child and for your family.

Descriptions above courtesy of respective organizations mentioned.

Filed Under: Discover New Castle Tagged With: Chappaqua Children's Workshop, child care, Kindergarten, Oak Lane Child Care Center, preschool

Play Care Early Learning Center Aims to Ready Kids for Kindergarten and Beyond

August 25, 2017 by Justin Ellick

The Director of the Play Care Center, Xann Palmer
Ask any working parent with young children what their number one concern is and most will say finding quality childcare. As someone who attended a daycare center in Chapapaqua as a young child, I can attest how important it was for my parents to find a day care for me that allowed them both to relax on the job and not have to worry about my safety and wellbeing. They wanted to find a place that would also inspire a love of learning in my formative years. Luckily, there is a great option here in town for Chappaqua parents called the Play Care Early Learning Center.

Play Care on Orchard Ridge Road in Chappaqua was established in 1971 as a cooperative and a mission of the First Congregational Church, allowing mothers the opportunity to participate in various community events and activities. The Director of the Play Care Center, Xann Palmer, who’s had more than 20 years of experience in the field of Early Childhood Education, views this origin as a big reason why Play Care has evolved into what it is today.

“The church, in 1971, started a co-op here, church members helping each other, where the moms took on shifts, so to speak”, said Palmer. “One person maybe watched kids on Monday and Tuesday and the other person did Thursday, Friday, in that kind of capacity. And we’ve grown into a licensed program by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services.”

Since that time, Play Care has developed into a fully-equipped day care facility and preschool with a large experienced staff of teachers, aides and of course the Director of Play Care, Xann Palmer. While the center isn’t affiliated with the church in any way, the center has maintained a close relationship with families by continuing the robust volunteering program that birthed the program in the first place.

“We’re not affiliated in any way with the church, there is no faith-based learning.

We serve everyone. We have all kinds of cultures and people from diverse backgrounds in our program and we honor them all. But, we have held on to where the parents play a part in the program in a volunteer component”, said Ms. Palmer. “We like having the parents present and a lot of them can be present in the morning and some can’t, so we find other ways for them to participate as well.”

The center has two levels of classroom spaces, both of which are above grade so the classrooms are actually filled with natural light. Over the past two years they have updated the spaces by putting in new tile flooring and renovating parts of the main level.

Additionally, Play Care provides a high level of security with a centrally wired alarm system and locked security doors at the program’s entrance. Only staff members and enrolled families are assigned access keys eliminating the entry of unauthorized visitors. The center also has a spacious and gated outdoor playground area that children use for outdoor activities and games.

The Play Care Early Learning Center’s goal is to be the program that families turn to in the Northern Westchester community to provide their children a quality early childhood experience. The employees recognize that these early learning years are crucial in laying the foundation for all future learning environments and they take pride in providing the resources to families in a nurturing and respectful manner, especially Director Xann Palmer.

“Our goals are just to help children have that first school experience be a positive one,” said Palmer. We want them to want to come to school. We want them to enjoy learning. And we want to offer them as many good experiences as they can while they’re with us,” she continued. “Most of all, we want to ensure that every child leaves the program ready for kindergarten and all other future endeavors.”

Filed Under: Lifestyles with our Sponsors Tagged With: After school, center, Chappaqua, first congregational church, Learning, Play Care, playcare, preschool

On Being Brave in Preschool

October 21, 2015 by The Inside Press

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“My stomach feels funny.  What if no one likes me?  What if someone is mean to me?  I think I am going cry. I should turnaround. I am going to close my eyes. Okay I am in. Okay let mommy’s hand go.”

Choosing to be courageous starts at an early age. We see this bravery in our World Cup students every day. From choosing to walk through the doors on their first day of preschool to asking to join in a game with other children, to committing to their first back handspring, even our youngest students amaze us with their valor. As parents and as a community, we should nurture this courage by giving our children the opportunity to make those spirited choices. Challenge them to try new things like a new sport or a new vegetable from the farmer’s market, and make sure to praise them when they  do. Introduce them to the brave role models in their neighborhood, from the fireman and  policeman to their local politicians. Show courage by your example. Explain to your child how you don’t just follow the crowd but follow your own path based on your  beliefs. www.worldcupschools.com

Filed Under: Sponsor News! Tagged With: bravery, children, Inside Press, Learning, preschool, theinsidepress.com, World Cup

Flexible and Trained Staff at Play Care in Chappaqua

February 2, 2014 by The Inside Press

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Carol Cleary

Services: Preschool, Baby Care, Lunch Care, Extended Day, Enrichment Programs

Greatest Strengths: Only Preschool in Chappaqua with a truly flexible schedule. Choose any combination of days: morning or afternoon. Music, Science, and Creative Movement classes offered in addition to general academics. Large shaded outdoor playground with new equipment. Convenient location and easy parking. Non-Denominational program licensed by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services. All staff, including an RN, are CPR trained.

Special Plans: Early morning drop-off, additional after hours enrichment classes such as art, science and cooking. Visits by a petting zoo, Ranger Rick, Maritime Aquarium, Fire Department, etc. Call with any questions.
Registration is now in progress.

Play Care Director:
Carol Cleary
In Business Since: 1971
www.playcarepreschool.com

Filed Under: Merchant Profiles Tagged With: baby care, Enrichment programs, extended Day, preschool

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