West Side Preschool offers a program of the highest educational quality. Founded in 1989, this well-established program cultivates a nurturing environment, committed to the social and emotional growth of its 3 and 4 year olds. WSP uses a mixed age grouping to enhance the children’s experience. As with families and community groups, the children benefit from the structures of peer tutoring, cooperative learning and spontaneous grouping. At WSP, children are given opportunities to problem-solve, test their verbal skills and use their imaginations through play and organized projects. The curriculum is fun, spontaneous, challenging and stimulating. It engenders feelings of accomplishment and success for all children. The school’s spacious, sun-drenched classroom has a “home away from home” feel. Learning centers and activities include: writing, blocks, manipulatives, imagination, library, dirt, sand, painting and science. The gym is well stocked with balls, hoops, wagons, basketballs, soccer nets, building blocks, a balance beam and mats. Outdoor play is a daily part of the schedule (weather permitting). The school’s co-founder, and long tenured head teacher, has become the new director. Please visit the school’s Web site and attend a tour.