Early Education
Getting an early start on a life of joyful learning, beginning at age 2.
At Tuxedo Park School, we believe a child’s earliest school experience should be filled with warmth, joy, and a sense of wonder.
Our nurturing environment provides the consistency, care, and engaging experiences that build a strong foundation for learning. Through close observation, thoughtful guidance, and personal attention, we develop a deep understanding of each child—honoring their unique learning styles and interests. With meaningful hands-on experiences and open communication, we create a path of discovery that fosters confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.
Tuxedo Park School’s Early Education program provides two- and three-year-old children with a happy and engaging environment, featuring a beautiful, well-equipped outdoor space and playground designed for fun and essential gross motor development.
Pillars of the Early Education Program
At Tuxedo Park School, we are committed to providing a warm, nurturing, and stimulating environment where our youngest learners feel safe, supported, and inspired to grow. Our program is developmentally appropriate and guided by the following principles:
Building a Love for Learning
We create a caring and engaging atmosphere that encourages children to explore, discover, and develop a lifelong love of learning.
Whole-Child Development
Our program is designed to support physical, social, emotional, and cognitive growth, ensuring each child’s unique needs are met.
Collaborative Learning
Through carefully crafted activities, children develop essential communication, while gaining valuable experiences in leadership and teamwork alongside their peers.
Confidence and Growth Mindset
We foster a strong sense of self-worth and instill a positive attitude toward learning. Intentionally designed collaborative and independent learning experiences cultivate resilience, curiosity, and determination in the face of new challenges.
Social and Emotional Development
Through play and meaningful interactions with teachers and classmates, children build essential social skills, empathy, and an understanding of their role within a community.
Belonging to a Supportive Community
Through programs like our buddy classes and cross-grade interactions, children build meaningful relationships, develop communication skills, and feel a deep sense of belonging. Surrounded by role models, they gain valuable social connections and a strong foundation for future learning and growth.
Our Early Education program lays the groundwork for a vibrant, engaging, and developmentally rich early childhood experience, preparing students for a lifetime of learning.
Curriculum
A Day in the Early Education Program Includes:
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Dramatic play
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Creative block building
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Active outdoor play
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Early literacy skills through shared reading and writing, nursery rhymes, poetry, letter names and sounds, and storytelling
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Early numeracy skills through counting, patterns, shapes and colors
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Celebrations of diversity and family
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Learning about the life cycle in our organic garden
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School-wide events
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Mixed-media arts and crafts
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Hands-on science activities
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Interactive music/movement
The Early Education program is thoughtfully designed to support children as they take their first steps toward independence.
In a warm and supportive environment, we help our youngest learners develop the social and emotional skills needed for preschool, including separating from caregivers with confidence. Through engaging, age-appropriate activities, children begin to practice essential routines such as lining up, taking turns, sitting at the table for meals, and learning basic bathroom etiquette.
We focus on strengthening fine motor skills through activities such as playdough, cutting, and drawing, while strengthening gross motor skills with movement-based play, including kicking balls, hiking, and tricycles. Each day is filled with creativity and exploration, including arts and crafts, storytime, music and dance, outdoor recess, snack time, and free play—fostering a love of learning in a cheerful and encouraging setting.
Enrollment Options
At TPS, we offer three flexible enrollment options for our Early Education Program: five half days, three full days, or five full days. Since our program follows the school-year schedule, we ask that families commit to their chosen option. However, if your child is ready for more time at school, we’re happy to transition them to a full schedule when the time is right!
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Tuition |
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Early Education (Five full days: 8:30am - 3:00pm) |
$25,864 |
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Early Education (Three full days: 8:30am - 3:00pm) |
$15,906 |
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Early Education (Five half days: 8:30am-12:30pm) |
$15,906 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the admissions process?
- Do you provide lunch and snack?
- Can my child attend for half days?
- Does my child need to be potty trained?
- Do you offer tuition assistance?
- Are there multiple child discounts?
- How large are your class sizes?
- What ages do you serve?
What is the admissions process?
Do you provide lunch and snack?
Can my child attend for half days?
Does my child need to be potty trained?
Do you offer tuition assistance?
Are there multiple child discounts?
How large are your class sizes?
What ages do you serve?
