About Our School
Welcome
The Early Childhood Academy (The Nest) is designed to serve children in our community as well as children of district teachers and staff. Our instruction will focus on each child’s individual needs and will follow these guiding principles.
- Creating a caring community of learners
- Teaching to enhance development and learning
- Planning curriculum to achieve important goals
- Assessing children’s development and learning
- Establishing reciprocal relationships with families
This program will help students develop their literacy and math skills to ensure they are ready to learn in kindergarten. Students will receive a high quality education that encourages confidence, love of learning, independence, respect, imagination, and ingenuity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What schedule does The Nest follow?
A: We follow the Perry Township Schools academic calendar.
Q: Who is eligible to attend?
A: Children ages 3-5
Q: Does the school provide transportation?
A: District transportation is not available for this program. Parents must provide all transportation.
Q: What is the class size?
A: Class size is limited to 20 children. Each class is staffed with one instruction and one assistant.
Q: How much is tuition?
A: Tuition is $205 per week for non-staff members and $180 per week for Perry Township staff members. These prices include school hours (8am-4:15pm) as well as before and after care.