PROGRAM OVERVIEW
TSONS’s curriculum is designed to relate to the whole child – cognitively, socially, emotionally and physically. Activities are planned to be appropriate to each child’s age and stage of development. A consistent daily schedule enables children to have confidence in the structure of their day and fosters self-initiated and self-directed play, the best vehicles for their growth and development at this stage. The daily schedule is planned to provide a balance of activities such as indoor/outdoor, quiet/active, individual/group, large muscle/small muscle, and child initiated/staff initiated. Curriculum concepts and directed art activities revolve primarily around the calendar, yearly seasons and holidays. There are no set expectations that a child will reach a particular benchmark at the end of each year, just that they have progressed in an appropriate manner from where they started
We offer several unique programs, each with their own age-appropriate curriculum. Our First Year and Pre-K Year programs provide half-day classes with either a morning session from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. or an afternoon session from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. mid-September through mid-June. We offer an optional supervised lunchtime as well as Enrichment classes (with themes such as art, science, drama, nature, cooking, math and woodworking, etc.)
We offer Parent & Me and Transition classes for those children who are too young to begin Nursery School. Participation in these early programs gives a child priority status for enrollment in the Nursery School, as space is available.
In addition, there are Summer Sessions for Parent & Me, Transition and Nursery School age children
NURSERY SCHOOL PROGRAMS
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First Year:
Children start our program each September when they are between the ages of 2 years 9 months and 3 years 9 months. The separation process is handled delicately and lasts as long as the child or parent requires. Children may attend school 2 or 3 days per week
During their first year of pre-school, importance is placed on fostering independence, self-esteem, socialization, language development and being part of a class. Through art and play, they are exposed to the concepts of pre-reading, counting, measuring, grouping, decision-making, balance, gravity, reasoning, cooperation, self-awareness, empathy, patience, self-esteem, self-expression and feelings of competence and independence. Children are introduced to the “school readiness skills” of listening to the teacher, following directions, waiting for a turn, and being excited about the learning process.
Pre-K Year:
This year helps to develop further the child’s self-esteem, self-confidence, ability to sequence longer directions and handle frustration/disappointments. While focusing on exercising small motor skills and handling more of their own problem-solving in preparation for Kindergarten, children will be cutting and writing every day and will have greater behavioral expectations. Children may attend school 3-5 days per week in the morning or 3-4 days in the afternoon.
Enrichment:
Three times a year various programs are offered to extend a child’s day. Morning students can choose to attend an additional class daily from 12:00-2:00 p.m. Afternoon students can enroll in one class from 12 noon-1:00 p.m. and/or one from 4:00-5:00 p.m. These classes supplement our TSONS curriculum and help build stamina. Subjects include art and the artist, nursery school literature, drama, science, math, nature, cooking and woodworking.
TUITION
2010-2011
Nursery School Tuition and Rates
| Days Per Week | 2 Days | 3 Days | 4 Days | 5 Days |
| Monthly Rate | $335 | $500 | $660 | $825 |
Optional Programs
For Morning Children:
Drop-in Lunch $5.00 each time
12:00 – 12:30 Billed on monthly statement
Enrichment
12:30 -2:00 $35.00 per class including Drop-in lunch
Mon – Fri Paid at time of registration
For Afternoon Children:
Drop-in Lunch $5.00 each time
12:30 – 1:00 Billed on monthly statement
Enrichment
4:00-5:00 Tuesday $15.00 per class
12:00-1:00 Wednesday Paid at time of registration
Bring lunch Wed
PARENT & ME AND TRANSITION
PROGRAMS
Fall Semester: late September through end of January
Spring Semester: beginning of February through end of May
Tuition: $45.00 per day
Classes usually run 13-15 weeks depending on where holidays fall.
SUMMER SCHEDULE
FEE SCHEDULE
For each three week session:
| 2 days | $315.00 |
| 3 days | $475.00 |
| 4 days | $630.00 |
| 5 days | $790.00 |
A $50.00 dollar deposit is required to hold your child’s place per session. It will be deducted from your session fee.
There is a one time Summer Insurance fee of $40.00
ENRICHMENT FEE SCHEDULE
Summer Enrichment classes are $35 per day during any 3 week session.
| 1 day a week per session | $105.00 |
| 2 days a week per session | $210.00 |
| 3 days a week per session | $315.00 |
| 4 days a week per session | $420.00 |
| 5 days a week per session | $525.00 |
SUMMER SESSION
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FROM THE DIRECTOR:
I am very excited about the 2010 TSONS Summer Program. It is our goal to provide young children with age appropriate and exciting summer fun in a familiar, comfortable, and safe setting.
The warm summer days will be filled with songs, arts & crafts, games, guest visitors, non-pool water play, pre-sports activities, and special surprises!
All classes will be taught by qualified Early Childhood teachers.
The children will be divided into age groupings and will spend from 9 am to 1 pm in the classrooms and on the yards. THE POOL WILL NOT BE USED BY OUR PROGRAM DURING THESE FOUR HOURS.
A Pool Enrichment class is offered on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 1 pm – 3 pm. On Wednesdays, your child will paint with watercolors, hoses, wet feet and more! On and Fridays, we will make our own popsicles, strawberry shortcake, home made ice cream and other yummy summer treats.
The life guard and instructors in the pool for our Swim Enrichment Clsses will be provided by Sunsplash Swim School, owned and operated by Michal Harris. Sunsplash Swim School will also be offering private and semi-private swim lessons during and after our summer program hours. For more information on the Swim School, please call (818) 939-2009 or email sunsplashswim.com..
TSONS is a great option for Pre-K Students who want to reduce the number of transitions before Kindergarten. Also, Kindergarten students can come back for summer days filled with special activities just for these “older” kids!
I look forward to being a part of your family’s summer plans. As always, feel free to call with any questions you might have. Stock up on sunscreen, find a comfortable hat and make your plans for a summer that includes the TSONS experience.
Kathy Hilton
THE SHERMAN OAKS NURSERY SCHOOL ANNOUNCES SUMMER DAZE 2010
THEMES:
Session 1 (June 21 – July 9) "Sail Away with Us"
Come sail away with us as we learn about, and stay cool with, water activities. We'll make rivers and talk about all kinds of boats. We'll look at sea creatures and get to touch lots of fun sea animals in a real tide pool from the Mobile Marine Aquarium! In addition, we'll celebrate our country's birthday in story, song and of course a parade.
Session 2 (July 12 – July 30) “Land" Adventures
What child doesn't love playing in the dirt? Join us for a session filled with lots of fun activities where your child's feet will be planted firmly on the ground. We're going to dig and plant, run and jump and actually ride a train! Plus we're going to meet up close and personal all sorts of exotic land animals, build things and so much more. Don't miss it!
Session 3 (August 2– August 20) “Up, Up and Away”
How do birds and planes fly? Let's use air to make something good to eat! We'll explore the world of bugs, bats and dragons! Have you ever stood in a bubble? Come have fun with the amazing bubble guy!! Of course, we will fly kites! Science and fun galore as we learn all abou the air we breathe.
SESSIONS: 9 am – 1 pm
Three - three week sessions. Children can attend 2, 3, 4 or 5 days per week.
| Session 1: | June 21 – July 9 | TSONS will be closed on Monday, July 5th |
| Session 2: | July 12 – July 30 | |
| Session 3: | Aug. 2 – Aug. 20 |
| bathing suit under play clothes | |
| lunch, extra change of clothes (including underwear), towel, sunscreen, and backpack. |
*PLEASE LABEL ALL CLOTHES AND ACCESSORIES*
OUR IDEA OF FUN WATER PLAY
(Apply plenty of sunscreen before leaving home!!)
Children will stay wet and happy with sprinklers, wading pools, car & bicycle washes, spritzers, castle building and our famous swamp with hose play.
NEW ENRICHMENT PROGRAM 1pm – 3pm
Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays – Pool Enrichment – Our fabulous pool, Sunsplash Swim instructors, plus a life guard and teachers on deck! (Bring water shoes!) Wednesdays - “Wet and Wild Art". Fridays – “Make your own Cool and Yummy Summer Treats".
STAFF
All TSONS Summer Daze staff will be qualified Early Childhood Education teachers. Some of our own TSONS teachers will be here as well as some new faces. All of our staff will be caring, nurturing professionals with age-appropriate expectations for your child.
FEE SCHEDULE
For each three week session:
| 2 days | $315.00 |
| 3 days | $475.00 |
| 4 days | $630.00 |
| 5 days | $790.00 |
A $50.00 dollar deposit is required to hold your child’s place per session. It will be deducted from your session fee.
There is a one time Summer Insurance fee of $40.00
ENRICHMENT FEE SCHEDULE
Summer Enrichment classes are $35 per day during any 3 week session.
| 1 day a week per session | $105.00 |
| 2 days a week per session | $210.00 |
| 3 days a week per session | $315.00 |
| 4 days a week per session | $420.00 |
| 5 days a week per session | $525.00 |
PARENT & ME AND TRANSITION
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PROGRAMS
Fall Semester: late September through end of January
Spring Semester: beginning of February through end of May
Current Tuition: $45.00 per day
Classes usually run 13-15 weeks depending on where holidays fall.
SCHEDULE OF CLASSES
PARENT & ME CLASSES
Ages are determined as of September
| 14-20 months (1.2-1.8 yrs./mos.) | Tuesday 9:00-10:15 |
| 21-28 months (1.9-2.4 yrs./mos.) | Tuesday 10:30-12:00 |
| 21-28 months (1.9-2.3 yrs./mos.) | Wednesday 9:00-10:30 |
| 12-17 months (1.0-1.5 yrs./mos.) | Wednesday 10:45-12:00 |
An additional 12-17 month class is added in the Spring semester on Monday 9:15-10:30
TRANSITION CLASSES
Ages are determined as of September
| 2.3-2.8 yrs./mos. | Monday and Wednesday 1:00-2:30 |
| 2.3-2.8 yrs./mos. | Tuesday and Thursday 1:00-2:30 |
