A warm and nurturing, child-centered environment where children are encouraged to explore, wonder, and discover in a hands-on manner. Each child is regarded as a unique individual with his or her own ideas, interests and abilities. Respect and appreciation for oneself and others is fostered in this inclusive environment.
Reminder - We follow the Arlington Public Schools for closings and delays due to inclement weather. Each class continues to spend a large portion of our school day outdoors. We are lucky enough to have two great outdoor play spaces where children can explore in-depth.
Reminder - We follow the Arlington Public Schools for closings and delays due to inclement weather. Each class continues to spend a large portion of our school day outdoors. We are lucky enough to have two great outdoor play spaces where children can explore in-depth.
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The school was founded in 1985 as the Carole Calder Preschool. It began in a large, cozy classroom with a passionate teacher dedicated to experiential learning and six enthusiastic children in a Belmont home. Interest in the school continued to grow sparking the move to its current location in Arlington in 1989 as Great Expectations Preschool.
Great Expectations Preschool is committed to ongoing community service and helping others. We strive for projects that are relevant to our community of children, families and educators.
The Children's Room, Arlington Food Pantry, Arlington EATS, Arlington Holiday Help Program, La Puerta Abierta Early Learning Center, Project Bread, and More Than Words are just some of the many organizations that our small school community has assisted over the years.
The Children's Room, Arlington Food Pantry, Arlington EATS, Arlington Holiday Help Program, La Puerta Abierta Early Learning Center, Project Bread, and More Than Words are just some of the many organizations that our small school community has assisted over the years.
Our team of 13 experienced early childhood professionals have been teaching at Great Expectations Preschool for decades. The average teacher employment tenure at the school is over 18 years. Dedicated, passionate teachers work closely with children, families, and one another in this close-knit community.
The best way to learn more about the school is come and visit us. Visits for prospective parents are held during the morning so that you may experience the school in action. School visits are scheduled beginning mid-October and are required before admission can be offered. We are always available to answer questions, schedule a visit, and provide additional information.
Great Expectations believes that children are most successful when they are active agents in their learning experiences with teachers as facilitators. Classrooms and materials are arranged intentionally to encourage socialization, exploration, and the mastery of skills at each child's level as an individual.
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