Larchmont Avenue Church Pre-School
Preschool in Larchmont, NY 10538
More than thirty years ago L.A.C. Preschool was founded by a group of church members for the purpose of providing a weekday nursery school for children from the church and the community. The objective was to provide a safe haven in which children could grow develop and test their world. The school opened its doors in January 1974 as a non-sectarian outreach program sponsored by the Larchmont Avenue Presbyterian Church to the community. It is a not for profit organization licensed by the New York State Office of Child and Family Services and is accredited by the National Academy of Early Childhood Programs.
It began as a co-operative nursery school with a paid Teacher/Director who was assisted by parents. Our first class consisted of 12 four year olds. Over the years we have grown and added many classes along the way. The premise of the school however has remained the same. Our primary goal is to provide a high quality first school experience to the child one that will nurture his or her emotional physical cognitive and social growth. We meet our goals by providing a developmentally appropriate curriculum taught by early childhood professionals.
Today close to 150 children attend the school ages 2-5. A morning and afternoon program is offered.
The school is governed by a Board of Directors consisting of representatives from the Church parents of current and former students and community resource persons. This facility is authorized to administer medications
- Child Ages:
- 2 years - 5 years
- Licenses & Accreditations:
- New York State Office of Children & Family Services - New York State Office of Child and Family Services - NAYC Accredited
- Preschool:
- Yes
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At LAC preschool we believe each child is a unique individual. We strive to provide a loving nurturing and creative environment for children and are sensitive to their social emotional intellectual and physical needs. We provide developmentally appropriate programs that focus on the process of learning while also helping them to enjoy many other successful experiences. We encourage not just learning but also the love of learning.
Our school is designed to provide a physical environment that is safe clean healthy and child-friendly. Classrooms are arranged to offer challenging play and learning choices at a range of developmental levels.
The strength of our program is the experience expertise and dedication of our staff. We support the teachers with training resources and the freedom to create a unique learning environment. We provide many opportunities for the teachers to share ideas and grow professionally. Our teachers create a caring and nurturing atmosphere that fosters each childs creativity and positive self-image.
We believe in positive methods of discipline. We establish consistent and appropriate limits to help children function in their world. Our programs are designed to develop in children a sense of independence and responsibility. We strive to strengthen each childs own cultural identity while instilling a respect for others.
Parents are the most significant adults in a childs life. We strive to create a mutual respect between parents and teachers a partnership for the benefit of the child. We encourage daily communication between parents and staff. Teachers provide a weekly newsletter to keep parents informed of class activities and parent/teachers conferences are held twice each year.
