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THE HARPSWELL COMMUNITY NURSERY SCHOOL |
About the Harpswell Community Nursery School |
About the Harpswell Community Nursery School
The HCNS was founded in the fall of 2003 in response to the strong need for a high quality early education program in Harpswell. The school is licensed by the Maine Department of Human Services. The Nursery School Committee, made up of the school director and representatives from Kellogg and the Harpswell community, manages the financial stability of the school. The teachers and director plan the curriculum on a monthly basis. While the staff teach children values of kindness, respect and service to others, the curriculum is not based in, nor does it adhere to, specific religious teachings.
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Philosophy
We believe that positive early experiences form the foundation for a healthy and productive life. To that end, we strive to create opportunities for each child in our program to experience success, make new friendships, enjoy new discoveries and master new skills. A balance between free play and structured activities allows children to develop their growing sense of independence. Our aim is to provide a positive early education experience that will help establish a child’s sense of confidence and enjoyment in learning.
Our Mission Statement
Harpswell Community Nursery School provides an excellent, self-supporting early childhood program as an outreach service from the Kellogg Church to the community. The curriculum emphasizes learning through play, discovery and guided experience using the natural curiosity of children as the most valuable tool for growth. The daily use of high-quality children s literature creates a strong foundation for literacy. The goal for each child is to become successful, socially aware and compassionate.