The beginning of preschool marks a milestone in both the parent's and child’s life. Watchung Co-op allows children to venture out of the home into a safe, loving, and nurturing environment. We offer children a play-based curriculum in a nurturing and meaningful setting. Rather than the teachers following a set yearly curriculum, the teachers work to create lessons based on the children’s curiosities and interests. This type of inquiry allows for rich learning and excitement within the classroom environment. As a cooperative school, we believe that all families should have an opportunity to partner with teachers and actively participate in their child’s first school experience. The transition from home to school is met with a compassionate nod from teachers at our school. At the Co-op, the teachers and parents create a partnership where home and school work in unison.
