Mixed Age Class
At Fremont Parents' Nursery School (FPNS), we offer a unique, mixed-age environment where children aged 2 years through kindergarten learn, play, and grow together. Our program is designed to foster independence, creativity, and a sense of belonging within a supportive community.
Flexible Enrollment Options
All programs run from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. To enroll for the start of the academic year, children must be 2 years old by September 1st.
Choose the schedule that best fits your family’s needs:
Option 1: 5 days per week (Monday to Friday)
Option 2: 3 days per week (Monday, Wednesday, Friday)
Option 3: 2 days per week (Tuesday & Thursday)
Note: Potty training is not required for enrollment. Our educators are happy to support your child wherever they are in their potty-training journey.
The Co-op Experience:
As a parent-participation cooperative, we believe that education is a family journey. We require a parent or family member (including grandparents or other relatives) to participate once a week for each child enrolled.
This hands-on involvement allows you to be an active part of your child’s development while building lasting connections with other families.
A Typical Day
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Working parents arrive between 8:40 AM and 8:50 AM for a quick teacher check-in before setting the stage for the day. Workday roles rotate weekly, so parents might prepare kitchen activities, set up outdoor activities, or help facilitate both indoor and outdoor play.
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Children arrive and can participate in any of the prepared activities (puzzles, building blocks, play dough, art, etc.). Or they can play freely in the classroom.
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During the Opening Circle, the children and teachers enjoy a story, sing our welcome song, and set the intention for the morning.
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After circle time, children enjoy snacks and indoor/outdoor play. Our staff and parents provide a supportive environment that encourages independent social exploration.
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We conclude with a Closing Circle to share stories, reflect on our discoveries, and sing our goodbye song.
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At the end of the day, parents and caregivers pick-up their children. Teachers provide a quick debrief for working parents to share meaningful observations and daily highlights.
Deep Dive: Explore our educational philosophy to see how we approach "Risky Play" and outdoor learning.
Enrollment: Learn more about our process for joining our community in the FAQs.
Logistics: Check out our Family Handbook for detailed school policies.
Questions? Reach out to us directly at director@fpns.org.