Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Preschool in Stratford, CT
Established in 1931, Helen King Reynolds Private School has been a trusted leader in early childhood education for over nine decades. Our play-based curriculum fosters holistic development, focusing on social, physical, emotional, and intellectual growth in a nurturing environment. With a dedicated team of educators maintaining a 4:1 student-teacher ratio, we prioritize personalized attention and long-term staff relationships.Accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children since 1990, we uphold rigorous educational standards while preserving our historic Stratford, Connecticut roots. Our program integrates creative expression, foundational academic skills, and community engagement to prepare children for lifelong learning success.
Services
3-Year-Old Program
4-Year-Old Program
Full-Day Preschool
Half-Day Sessions
Lunch Bunch Program
Details
- Year established: 1931
Highlights and features
- We maintain a 4:1 student-teacher ratio for personalized attention
- Our staff has decades of combined experience in early childhood education
- NAEYC accreditation demonstrates commitment to educational excellence
- We integrate creative play with foundational academic skill development
- Parent-teacher collaboration enhances each child's learning experience
Associations and certifications
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
What people say
Wonderful school
Fabulous teachers
Exceptional communication
Happy memories
Extended family
Services
3-Year-Old Program
Our 3-year-old program offers structured play-based learning twice weekly with morning or afternoon sessions. Children develop social skills through group activities while building fine motor abilities through art projects and manipulative play. The curriculum introduces basic concepts in a supportive environment that encourages exploration and self-discovery.
4-Year-Old Program
The 4-year-old program provides flexible scheduling options with full or half-day sessions three to five days weekly. Our curriculum emphasizes early literacy and numeracy through interactive storytelling, counting activities, and science experiments while maintaining focus on emotional development and peer relationships.
Lunch Bunch Program
Our Lunch Bunch program offers midday socialization and supervised activities for 4-year-olds. Children enjoy structured mealtime interactions followed by educational games and creative projects that reinforce morning learning objectives while developing independence and social skills.
People
Lynne Goetz
Director
Lynne Goetz has directed Helen King Reynolds Private School since 2010, bringing over 35 years of early childhood education experience. She previously worked under former directors Muriel Fletcher and Alexandra Semanchik, maintaining continuity in our educational philosophy while implementing modern teaching practices.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We specialize in preschool education for children aged 3 to 4 years old.
Is your school accredited?
Yes, we've maintained NAEYC accreditation since 1990, demonstrating our commitment to early childhood education standards.
What are your class schedules?
3-year-olds attend twice weekly; 4-year-olds have flexible options including 3 or 5 days weekly with full or half-day sessions available.
What is your student-teacher ratio?
We maintain a 4:1 student-teacher ratio to ensure personalized attention and quality care.
How do you involve parents?
We encourage regular communication through daily emails, parent-teacher conferences, and family engagement activities.
What curriculum do you use?
Our play-based curriculum integrates social-emotional learning, creative expression, and foundational academic skills through structured activities.
Reviews (1)
Chris Ryder
Oct 02, 2016
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Helen King Reynolds School
Is a warm friendly atmosphere, where your child is nourished and prepared for kindergarten . Our Child Connor is so happy to let us know of his daily experiences. At 3 years old just after few months after starting school we have seen such an improvement in communication , understanding general complex sentences. The Staff and Mrs Goetz are so friendly and inviting. We recommend this school hands down as one of the best in preparing 3 and 4 year old children for the Demanding Kindergarten that awaits them.
5 Stars Plus in our opinion!
Regards
Chris Carucci
Elsie
Is a warm friendly atmosphere, where your child is nourished and prepared for kindergarten . Our Child Connor is so happy to let us know of his daily experiences. At 3 years old just after few months after starting school we have seen such an improvement in communication , understanding general complex sentences. The Staff and Mrs Goetz are so friendly and inviting. We recommend this school hands down as one of the best in preparing 3 and 4 year old children for the Demanding Kindergarten that awaits them.
5 Stars Plus in our opinion!
Regards
Chris Carucci
Elsie
