Community is a living example of the power of volunteerism and community involvement. Begun in 1938, Community Nursery School was organized and built by parents. Town members volunteered materials, time and hard work to build the little red schoolhouse on donated land in the heart of Wilton Center.
Once kindergarten became part of the public school curriculum, Community transitioned to the preschool it is today and the parents continue to be the heartbeat of our school. Building on its roots as a cooperative, the school continues to grow through strong parent involvement. The school is governed by a Board of Trustees which includes current and past parent volunteers and the nursery school's Director.
Once kindergarten became part of the public school curriculum, Community transitioned to the preschool it is today and the parents continue to be the heartbeat of our school. Building on its roots as a cooperative, the school continues to grow through strong parent involvement. The school is governed by a Board of Trustees which includes current and past parent volunteers and the nursery school's Director.
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Our Curriculum
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A consistent routine enables children at Community to navigate the social atmosphere of the classroom. Even before school starts, Community teachers begin to establish trust with each child. Children are given a chance to let teachers see their rooms and other special places when their teachers come for a home visit just days before the school year begins.
Teachers and Staff
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Leigh Heffernan was appointed Director in 2017. Leigh is a graduate of Hobart William Smith with a degree in both Education and Childhood Psychology. She has been teaching 2-year olds for 18 years in various local schools. Leigh is a past Board president, the mother of three Community alumni, and a lifelong Wilton resident who also helped establish our thriving 2's program seven years ago.
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We are so thrilled to welcome you to the 2020-2021 school year. We are all looking forward to becoming acquainted with you and your child. Starting nursery school, especially for the first time, is a big step in your child's life and our entire staff is committed to making this transition as smooth as possible.
Program Specifics
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In the 2's we work on creating a warm and positive environment for our youngest students and their families. Through play we learn how to share, how to take turns, and how to be kind to our classmates. We teach responsibility for our classroom and we have fun as a group in our circle, singing songs and reading stories.
Involvement and Giving
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Class wish lists are available from the teachers. Please see the Giving Tree in the Director's office if you are interested in donating toys or books and would like suggestions. Curricular themes are based on the interests of our students and encourage critical thinking, questioning, reasoning and problem solving.
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