Preschool
Ages 3-5
At Tender Years Too!, we offer a variety of engaging areas and activities throughout our center to support your child’s preschool experience. Our preschool classrooms begin at 9 a.m. each day, with extended hours available to accommodate different family schedules. Parents can choose from 2, 3, or 5-day weekly class options, and we also provide flexible hours for children who require both preschool and daycare services. We are dedicated to delivering a high-quality preschool experience that meets each child’s unique developmental needs and abilities. While ensuring every child’s needs are met, we maintain a teacher-to-child ratio of 1:10, in compliance with Connecticut State regulations, to ensure a focused and supportive learning environment.
Fun & Educational
Our upstairs classroom blends a proven, research-based curriculum with engaging activities and fun, lighthearted games that encourage children to connect with their peers while learning. It’s a place where education and play come together to create a dynamic, enjoyable experience for all.
Socialization
While our curriculum is a central focus of the preschool experience, we also prioritize teaching important life values such as kindness, sharing, and positive social interaction. We strive to help children develop not only academic skills but also the emotional and social skills that will help them thrive both in school and beyond.
All-Purpose Curriculum
Handwriting Without Tears is the core of our curriculum, guiding both our art projects and various activities. It provides a fun and engaging way for children to learn while fostering creativity and skill development. Our staff and directors are fully trained in this proven approach, ensuring a consistent and effective learning experience for every child.
Where curiosity grows and children thrive!
At Tender Years Too!, we believe in the power of hands-on sensory activities and lessons that are not only fun but also build your child’s self-confidence and self-esteem, laying the foundation for a well-rounded education. Our approach encourages children to explore, experiment, and discover through active engagement. We provide a kind, safe, and nurturing environment where every child feels respected, cared for, and supported in their growth.
During free play, children have the freedom to choose from a variety of centers, such as dramatic play, fine motor activities, computer learning, or hands-on experiments at our science table. They can also relax with a good book in our library or challenge themselves with a puzzle. While it may seem like play, we’re helping children prepare for the future—whether they become teachers, engineers, chefs, artists, or scientists—by fostering creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
