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Nursery School
Inclement Weather Policy
If Upper St. Clair School District cancels, then Westminster Nursery School is also cancelled.
When Upper St. Clair has a delay,
Westminster Nursery School will have a modified schedule as follows:
All morning classes:
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
All afternoon classes:
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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Nursery School
Who We Are
Westminster Nursery School is an extension of Westminster Presbyterian Church. The program reflects its Christian beliefs, values and traditions by modeling daily the love of God, self and others. WNS encourages and develops spiritual growth by learning Christian values through classroom teaching, reading of Bible stories and prayers, celebrating the seasons and traditional holidays from a Christian perspective. The children participate in "The Wondering Place," filled with Bible stories and songs throughout the year.
 Philosophy and Progam
Westminster Nursery School is a NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) accredited program which strives to put its philosophy into practice by offering a safe, yet stimulating environment in which a loving, well-trained staff delivers a developmentally appropriate program. Translated into a daily schedule, WNS offers opportunities for socialization, imaginative play, small and gross motor development, music expression, language development, and an awareness of size, space, time, places and events. The program is mutually centered, in that it includes child initiated play in learning centers (blocks, dramatic play) and indoor and outdoor gross motor time. Teacher-directed activities are also offered, such as circle time, music and stories. A variety of enrichment presentations, special visitors throughout the year, and a hands-on science program compliment the classes.
Our staff of fourteen teachers and two assistants provide a safe, nurturing, stimulating and creative environment which is essential for children to test their own ideas and become confident, independent and inquisitive learners.
Registration
In-house registration, in January, is open to:
- Children enrolled at WNS and WCDC and their siblings who plan to attend the following autumn
- The children of Westminster Church members
Community registration is held after the in-house registration is completed and is open to those in the community who do not meet the "in-house" registration requirements.
Registrations are mail-ins and class placement is on a first come / first serve basis. There is a nonrefundable registration fee of $45 for the first child and $35 for each additional sibling. Notification of enrollment or waiting list placement is announced by mail shortly after both registrations have been completed. For 2009-2010 nursery school registration information, please call 412-835-2906.
Registration Forms
The packet of forms can be downloaded below. All forms must be completed and mailed to the nursery school office at 2040 Washington Road, Upper St. Clair, PA 15241.
Parent letter and tuition form
Registration and class selection form
History form
Emergency contact and permission form
Child health assessment form
Cultural background form
Enrollment
WNS offers the following types of enrollment:
For two year olds:
• Parent must attend with child for the first four weeks
• Class meets one session per week
• Required: Children must be 2 by September 1
• Classes offered Monday or Friday mornings and afternoons
For three year olds:
• Tuesday and Thursday morning and afternoon classes
• Required: Children must be toilet-trained and three years of age by
September 1.
For young four year olds:
• Monday, Wednesday and Friday morning and afternoon classes
• Required: Children must be 3 ½ by September 1
For four year olds:
• Monday, Wednesday and Friday morning and afternoon classes
• Tuesday through Friday morning and afternoon classes
• Required: Children must be 4 by September 1
For four ½ thru five year olds:
• Monday - Thursday morning and afternoon classes
• Required: Children must be 4½ by September 1
Operating Schedule
The school is in session from September through May. The yearly schedule is outlined on the calendar given to each parent. Class times are as follows:
Morning Class 9:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Afternoon Class 12:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Two's Together Morning Session 9:15 - 11:15 a.m.
Two's Together Afternoon Session 12:45- 2:45 p.m.
Fundraiser
Learn more about our annual fundraising event, Eye Candy.
Calendar
Calendar: The 2009-2010 Calendar is available for the upcoming school year.
 2009-2010 Calendar (4KB)
Other Forms
Child Health Assessment Form: An age appropriate health form must be completed by a physician no later than 60 days following enrollment.
Child Health Assessment form (10KB)
Healthy Snack List: We rotate parent's responsibility in providing snacks for their child's class. A monthly sign-up sheet is posted outside each classroom. Some suggestions of appropriate snacks can be found on this list.
Healthy Snack list (90KB)
Pickup/Release Form: Children will not be dismissed to any unauthorized person without permission from parents or guardians. The permission slip should be submitted to your child's teacher after it is filled out.
Pickup/Release form (30KB)
Playdough Recipe: Every month a parent volunteer is asked to make playdough for his/her child's class. For an easy recipe try this!
Playdough Recipe (41KB)
Contact Us
Nursery School Office: 412-835-2906
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