1. To aid the child in gaining greater command of their body and to guide them to more satisfying relationships with other children and adults.

2. To extend and deepen their understanding of their social and scientific world.

3. To develop competence in the skills of listening and speaking

4. To introduce music, literature, graphic arts and rhythmic expression.

Young children learn through first-hand experiences. The Nursery School curriculum offers wide and varied experiences in art, music, literature, the natural and physical sciences, and community life. It opens the door to new interests and enriches already existing ones. It provides the children with a chance to work and play with others and to practice those skills which make daily living more enjoyable. The Nursery School builds a background of first hand experiences in preparation for future learning.

Within this framework, and under the thoughtful and sympathetic guidance of the teacher, the nursery-age child is allowed to develop trustful relationships with adults other than members of his own family, to develop self discipline and strengthen their inner controls, to increase their independence, to be free is self-expression in the arts, to observe, to investigate, to seek and acquire information and to think critically. In short, the Nursery School should enable the child to face the future with confidence and anticipation because of the multitude of satisfying experiences.

The Nursery School operates from September to the end of May.  Vacations generally follow those of the public schools.

School For Three Year Olds 

Tuesday, Thursday Morning                                       9:00 - 11:30

Tuesday, Thursday Afternoon                                    12:15 - 2:45

School For Four Year Olds - 3 Days Per Week

Monday, Wednesday, Friday Morning                       8:45 - 11:30

Monday, Wednesday, Friday Afternoon                    12:00 - 2:45

                   
School For Four Year Olds - 5 Days Per Week 

Monday through Friday Morning                                 8:45 - 11:30

Monday through Friday Afternoons                            12:00 - 2:45

We do not offer extended care or day care.  The Nursery School does not provide transportation but encourages parents to form car pools if desired

We welcome all families who are in agreement with the philosophy of the Nursery School. We admit students of any race, color and national or ethnic origin.

1. The state requires that all immunizations be current. The necessary forms must be completed by your child's physician and be on file with the school prior to the first day of class.

2. All children must be toilet trained before they will be accepted in the school.

3. Children must be 3 or 4 years of age prior to September 1st in order to enter the program.

4. Any child with dietary restrictions must provide their own snack.

SPUMC's Nursery School is still accepting registration for the 2015-2016 school year, which begins on September 8 2015.

Our program has been recognized for excellence, and our dedicated staff and small class sizes (6:1 teacher/student ratio) provide an enriching, nurturing environment for children to develop spiritually, academically, and socially. ​

Email the Director, Heidi Taflan, or call her, 410-987-8339 to inquire about enrolling your child.

SEE THE NURSERY SCHOOL BROCHURE FOR MORE INFORMATION

The church follows the closings and delays of the AA Community College. The Nursery School follows the AA Public School closings and delays.

At times there may be exceptions to these policies. Information about inclement weather openings, delays and closing will be posted on the homepage of this website as soon as it is known.

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