Millburn Coop Nursery School

Millburn Cooperative Nursery School

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Children enter an environment where their needs are considered–social, intellectual, physical and emotional. The child’s feelings are treated with respect. For example, when one child is crying, the others may be encouraged to help resolve the problem or give comfort. As disagreements arise, the children are guided in working toward their own solutions. The child is encouraged to explore and learn from mistakes without loss of self-esteem. Normal developmental struggles–separation, socialization, aggression–are part of the program and are dealt with in a positive manner.

The children function in a multi–age group, yet attention is given to each child’s growth level. While one child may be stacking blocks, another may be experimenting with shapes, and a third child may be building a representation of a familiar structure. On the playground, children challenge themselves according to their own capabilities. They learn to manage their young bodies with increasing coordination and safety. As class members get to know each other, a feeling of belonging evolves. This spirited “neighborhood” is an exciting social phenomenon to witness!