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wanttobeamom
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3 year old program-Merrick and Surrounding Areas
Looking for info. on 3 year old programs in Merrick and the surrounding areas.
So far on my list is:
Wee Friends North Bellmore
Twin Oaks-Freeport
Pixie Wantagh
Maplewood Wantagh -too pricey
United Methodist-Bellmore
south shore
st. johns-full for Sept 2013
Any info. or FMs would be greatly appreciated.
When should I start actively visiting places for Sept.?
Thanks again
Edited to add I've added these to the list:
Merrick Woods
Merrick JCC
Merrick Community Nursery School
Merokee
Message edited 1/4/2013 6:29:59 PM.
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LIMomma
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3 year old program-Merrick and Surrounding Areas
Tender tales in East Meadow on merrick ave across from
The ball field --- I would stay away from the Methodist church the pastor IMHO is crazy.
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my3bugs
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Re: 3 year old program-Merrick and Surrounding Areas
I love United Methodist in Bellmore. My 2 sons both went there and my daughter will when she is old enough (she is in mommy and me ther enow and can start the separation class in the fall when she is 2.5 yrs - they didn't offer separation at 2.5 when my boys were that young). I can't say anything bad. FM me if you have questions. The teachers there really care about the kids, they come out very prepared for kindergarten, the kids my sons met are still some of their best friends and the moms I met are my best local mommy friends! (my oldest son is in 2nd grade).
I believe registration for most schools start in January for the fall. So I'd start looking now. I know Methodist open house is usually January some time.
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Summergrl73
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Re: 3 year old program-Merrick and Surrounding Areas
My DS goes to Twin Oaks. He is in the 3 year old class. He loves it! He goes 5 days a week full day. He looks forward to it every day and tells me how much fun he has. He is writing his name and today came home telling me information about a bunch of different states!! I highly recommend!
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LIMomma
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Re: 3 year old program-Merrick and Surrounding Areas
Posted by my3bugs
I love United Methodist in Bellmore. My 2 sons both went there and my daughter will when she is old enough (she is in mommy and me ther enow and can start the separation class in the fall when she is 2.5 yrs - they didn't offer separation at 2.5 when my boys were that young). I can't say anything bad. FM me if you have questions. The teachers there really care about the kids, they come out very prepared for kindergarten, the kids my sons met are still some of their best friends and the moms I met are my best local mommy friends! (my oldest son is in 2nd grade).
I believe registration for most schools start in January for the fall. So I'd start looking now. I know Methodist open house is usually January some time.
I just wanted to say I have nothing against the teachers, it was the pastors behavior while the children were in the classroom that was completely out of control. She stormed in WHILE the children were in the room, screamed at the teachers (who subsequently left and started there own school), took all their records including emergency records and locked them in her office until one of the parents called the police. We got letters home from her that were eye brow raising, definitely not Christian behavior, in fact the letters were the reason we chose to leave and join the FOUR teachers who left at the new school. I have nothing against the teachers in Bellmore but I would not put my child anywhere that looney woman has access to my child -- and according to her "its HER school, and HER children, and she can do what SHE wants at that school"
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wanttobeamom
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Re: 3 year old program-Merrick and Surrounding Areas
Thanks so much for the recommendations. I really appreciate any and all information.
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msrsfeb
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Re: 3 year old program-Merrick and Surrounding Areas
My twins went to St. Johns from age 2 to Prek. My youngest is in the 2 yr. old program now. The teachers are all very nice. I liked it and my kids liked/like it. Good luck.
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sunshine28
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Re: 3 year old program-Merrick and Surrounding Areas
I highly recommend the Jcc in Merrick. You don't have to be Jewish. I'm fact, MANY (ar least half) of the students are not! However, they only learn about and celebrate the Jewish holidays. If you're not Jewish that may bother you. We did thorough research and visited some of the schools on your list and Jcc was the best- perfect balance of a structured learning environment with play.
Fm me if you have any questions.
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wanttobeamom
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Re: 3 year old program-Merrick and Surrounding Areas
Posted by msrsfeb
My twins went to St. Johns from age 2 to Prek. My youngest is in the 2 yr. old program now. The teachers are all very nice. I liked it and my kids liked/like it. Good luck.
St. John's is full already. I called today 
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wanttobeamom
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Re: 3 year old program-Merrick and Surrounding Areas
Posted by sunshine28
I highly recommend the Jcc in Merrick. You don't have to be Jewish. I'm fact, MANY (ar least half) of the students are not! However, they only learn about and celebrate the Jewish holidays. If you're not Jewish that may bother you. We did thorough research and visited some of the schools on your list and Jcc was the best- perfect balance of a structured learning environment with play.
Fm me if you have any questions.
Thank you, I will give them a call.
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