Learn & Play: Preschool Prep (Thursday Caregiver & Me Series for 2.5yrs + )

An arts-based playgroup centered on music, art experiences, and social-emotional learning through play. 10:30am Thursdays (8 sessions)

Join The Hudson School's facilitated playgroup for toddlers and their caregivers. Children will experience a simple routine that includes play with friends, circle time with singing and stories, followed by a Reggio Emilia-inspired arts activity (paint, clay/dough, drawing, collage, etc.) in a safe and joyful environment that honors and encourages the innate curiosity of children. Adults will support the children's learning and get to know other local families as well.

We will hear stories and sing songs together, try simple art techniques, and learn how to share, take turns, and follow a simple school-like routine.

Day/Time: Thursdays 10:30 - 11:20 am

Ages: 2.5 to 4 years old (Our Tuesday class is geared to 18 months to 2.5 yrs-old)

Class Structure:

• Guided play (20 minutes)
• Circle time with singing and a story (10 minutes)
• Arts experience in response to the story of the day (15 minutes)
• Gross motor play (5 minutes)

Dates: Class is once a week, on Thursdays for 8 weeks: April 9 - May 28.

Adults: This is a caregiver and child class. Adults engage with their little one, supporting social-emotional, language, and cognitive development. Grandparents and nannies welcome!

Teachers: Emily Sytsma is the Lower School Head at The Hudson School and Brooke Mackin is a THS parent and educator. Together they have over 40 years of experience in education. Both teachers hold Masters degrees in education. They believe in the value of play, exploration, and a joyful learning experience.

Cost: $240 (8 classes) per child (baby siblings may come along or older siblings who are off school.)

Classes are limited to 10 families and will be filled in the order of registration. Please note this class is in-person.

The Hudson School is an independent school (preschool-grade 12) devoted to growing courageous, compassionate, and committed individuals. Our Lower School has a progressive, Reggio Emilia-inspired educational philosophy and a whole child approach.

For more information, email esytsma@thehudsonschool.org or call 201-859.8335.