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Newton, MA
Upper Falls Nursery School
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Telephone: (617) 332-6488
Contact Info
Upper Falls Nursery School
45 Pettee Street
Newton, MA
02464
Tel:
(617) 332-6488
Director:
Karen McDaniel
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General Approach to Learning
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Play-based with some structure |
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School Philosophy and Mission
Our philosophy is that children learn best through their play. In a nurturing environment our mixed age's classroom of 3 & 4 year olds supports a child's individual needs while fostering learning & s...
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Ages, Class Size, days & Tuition
| Ages | From
3 years
to 5 years |
| Days: | 5 day(s) a week 8:45 am- 11:45 am |
| Tuition: | $4,227/Year |
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Key Statistics
| Extended day | Yes |
| School year | 09/2008 - 06/2009 |
| Age cutoff for enrollment | 3 years |
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Notes on Schedule and Extended Care
Children may stay until 1:15 pm 3 to 4 afternoons a week. Cost is $10.00 per day with an annual contract, or $12.00 per day for drop-ins.
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Application Information
| Applications accepted | After a face-to-face meeting at the school |
| Deadline for applications | December 10 |
| Application Information | $35.00 |
| Acceptance criteria: | First-come basis |
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