Contact Info
Plowshares at Franklin
125 Derby Street
Newton, MA
02465
www.machildcare.com/plo...
Tel:
(617) 244-9330
Director:
Lou Arcovio
General Approach to Learning
| Play-based |
|
Play-based with some structure |
| Predominantly teacher-led instruction |
| Montessori |
| Waldorf |
| Co-op |
| Reggio-Emilia |
Survey Information
Survey Information
Savvy Source survey: Yes
School Philosophy and Mission
Loving care and guidance are offered in a safe, supervised and supportive atmosphere where children are encouraged to explore, create, build, problem-solve and try out new skills.
Professional, ded...
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Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School
(From the Newton North site)
7:45 - 10:00 FREE TIME
THEME PROJECTS
SNACK
10:00 - 10:15 CLEAN-UP/BATHROOM
10:15 - 10:45 CIRCLE TIME
10:45 - 11:30 OUTSIDE/GROSS MOTOR
11:30 - 12:30 LUNCH TIME
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Application Information
| Applications accepted | After a face-to-face meeting at the school |
| Deadline for applications | Rolling |
Key Statistics
| Age cutoff for enrollment | 2 years and 9 months |
| Extended day | Yes |
Notes on Schedule and Extended Care
12:30 p.m. - 5:45 p.m, flexible hours More >
Ages, Class Size, Days & Tuition
| Ages:
From
2 years
9 months
to 5 years |
| Days:
5 day(s) a week 8:20 am- 12:20 pm |
| Tuition: $550/Month |
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Acceptance criteria: To be placed on the "Active" Wait List which determines your placement date for openings, parents much return the completed application forms and the non-refundable application processing fee. Acceptance is generally based on the date the child is placed on the Active Wait List. However, siblings and children of city employees are given priority through the end of January
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