Apple Blossom Preschool is a loving, play centered program designed to meet the developmental needs of young children in a warm nurturing home setting.
A peaceful, uncluttered atmosphere filled with simple, beautiful playthings made of natural materials will surround the children. Wood, cotton, wool, silk and other objects from nature inspire many hours of happy play. This is a media free place where there will never be any exposure to television, movies, computers or radio at any time during the day. Domestic life serves as the background for ou
r daily rhythm. Activities include morning circle times with live singing, storytelling, puppetry, poetry, music with a variety of musical instruments, book reading, art projects, seasonal crafts, large amounts of time outside, sand and water play, and many opportunities for creative and imaginative play. In a gently structured way, children will be given time to paint, draw, and bake (Wednesdays are bread making days), cook, garden, and contribute to daily chores throughout the week. Through the course of the year, we will celebrate the changing of seasons together with songs, games and seasonal activities. A sense of security and reverence for nature grow out of these daily, weekly, and seasonal rhythms and celebrations. Weekly fees are $160 and include all meals, snacks and materials from local and organic sources.