New Friends Nursery School

Over 20 Years of Service


  


INTRODUCTION

The preschool years are crucial to a child’s overall development. Children are constantly learning and absorbing information. Because learning takes place in every experience and situation, New Friends Nursery School provides rich, meaningful, learning experiences that enhance each child’s intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual growth. We strive to provide a loving and caring environment where children can play and learn through a combination of structured and unstructured activities.


OUR DAILY SCHEDULE
  AM     PM
  9:00 12:30 - class begins
  9:00 12:30 - free choice play
  9:30  1:00 - group circle time
10:00  1:30 - learning center
10:45  2:15 - outdoors play
10:55  2:25 - wash & snack
11:15  2:45 - Bible story
11:30  3:00 - dismissal

GOALS and PURPOSES
  • Instill basic Christian principles
  • Increase self-esteem
  • Enhance academic skills in preparation for kindergarten
  • Develop large and small motor coordination
  • Foster cooperation and social skills
  • Increase children’s exposure to art and music
  • Encourage communication between parents and teachers

NFNS STAFF
  • Debbie Nelson (Administrative Director)

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  • Rhoda Detwiler (Head Teacher)
  • Sue Curry (Teaching Assistant)
  • Paula Steingraber (Teaching Assistant)

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  • Kelley Leer (Head Teacher)
  • Julie Yoder (Teaching Assistant)


CLASSES and TUITION
Children 4 or 5 years old by September 1st of this school year are eligible to attend New Friends’ pre-kindergarten (pre-K) classes. There are three choices for pre-K classes:
Mon-Wed-Fri AM 9am – 11:30am
cost - $150 per month


Mon-Wed-Fri PM 12:30pm – 3pm
cost - $140 per month

Children who are 3 years old by September 1st of this school year are eligible for New Friends’ preschool class. One preschool class is offered.
Tue-Thur AM 9am – 11:30am
cost - $120 per month

 
All children must be toilet trained (this includes no pullups).
Prices quoted are for the 2009-2010 school year.        



IMPORTANT INFORMATION CONCERNING SCHOOL CANCELLATIONS OR DELAYS


  New Friends Nursery School has traditionally followed Souderton Area School District’s calendar for in-service days and holidays. Monthly newsletters and calendars will keep parents informed of this schedule if you do not have a child in the Souderton Area School District. Cancellation… If Souderton Area School District is cancelled for the day due to inclement weather, New Friends Nursery School are cancelled for the day also.

  • 1 Hour late… If Souderton Area School District opens 1 hour late, we will be opening at our regular school time (8:45 am or 9:00 am), not one hour late.




  • 2 Hours late… If Souderton Area School District opens 2 hours late, the following schedule will be implemented:


    • Morning Sessions - Class will begin 2 hours late and end one hour late:
    10:45 am - 12:15 pm or 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

    Afternoon Session - Class will begin one hour late and end at normal time:
    1:30 pm - 3:00 pm



  • Early dismissal… If by 12:30 pm Souderton Area School District has declared an early dismissal due to inclement weather, we will not have our afternoon class for that day.


  • If there are ever any cancellations at New Friends Nursery School, it will be announced on WNPV radio station 1440 AM, congruent with Souderton Schools.