Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Play-Based Preschool in East Aurora
Since 1962, we have nurtured East Aurora's youngest learners through play-based education. Our family-oriented program emphasizes meaningful play as the foundation for social, emotional, and cognitive development. With structured morning sessions for 3-year-olds and 4/5-year-olds, we create a supportive environment where children build friendships, learn sharing, and develop essential school readiness skills. Our parent-led tours offer firsthand insight into our classroom dynamics, while our flexible First Steps Playgroup provides casual community engagement for younger children.Our experienced educators design activities that balance structured learning with creative exploration, ensuring each child gains confidence and joy in their first educational experience. We maintain small class sizes to foster individual attention and maintain a 60-year legacy of trusted early childhood education in our community.
Services
Preschool Classes
Playgroup Sessions
Parent Involvement Programs
School Transition Support
Community Tours
Details
- Year established: 1962
Highlights and features
- We emphasize learning through meaningful play and social development
- Our program nurtures children since 1962 with proven educational methods
- Parent-led tours provide authentic classroom insights
- Flexible playgroup options accommodate varying family schedules
- Experienced educators specialize in early childhood development
Services
Preschool Classes
Our structured morning programs for 3-5 year olds combine play-based learning with social skill development. Children engage in creative activities that build foundational academic skills while fostering emotional growth. Small class sizes ensure personalized attention from experienced educators.
First Steps Playgroup
This drop-in playgroup for 18-month to 3-year-olds offers weekly socialization opportunities with caregivers. The $10 per session program includes guided activities and free play while building community connections among families.
School Transition Support
Designed for 4/5-year-olds, this program develops stamina and learning foundations for full-day school success. Activities focus on social connections, classroom routines, and early literacy/math skills through age-appropriate play experiences.
Parent Involvement Programs
Parents participate in classroom activities and serve on our preschool board. We offer guided tours during operating hours, allowing prospective families to observe our programs in action with their children present.
Community Tours
Scheduled Tuesday mornings during preschool hours, these tours provide firsthand classroom observations. Led by parent board members, they offer authentic perspectives on our educational approach and facilities.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We offer programs for 3-year-olds, 4/5-year-olds, and a playgroup for children aged 18 months to 3 years.
How does your play-based learning work?
Our curriculum uses structured play activities to develop social skills, creativity, and foundational academic concepts through meaningful interactions.
Are parents involved in the program?
Yes, we encourage parent participation through classroom volunteering, board service, and our parent-led tour program.
What are your operating hours?
Classes meet Tuesday-Thursday mornings 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, with playgroup sessions on Wednesday mornings.
How do you prepare children for kindergarten?
Our 4/5-year-old program focuses on developing classroom readiness through social skill building, routine practice, and foundational learning activities.
Is there a registration process?
We offer online registration forms and accept applications by phone for all our programs throughout the year.
