Nursery School & Play Group Program
Abington Presbyterian Nursery School and Play Group
Program
The Abington Presbyterian Church offers two programs for
pre-school children. The Nursery School is designed for three, four
and five year olds, while the Play Group program is designed for
two year olds (24 to 36 months). They are directed by Barbara Foy,
Director of Abington Presbyterian Church Preschool.
Both programs have open enrollment policies based on race, creed
or national origin.
Application forms and additional information may be obtained by
email from Barbara Foy (apns@apcusa.org) or call her at
215-885-0832. Information may also be obtained through the Church
office at 215-887-4530.
Abington Presbyterian Nursery School
Abington Presbyterian Nursery School(APNS) was established as a
non-profit school in 1959. Since its inception, APNS has been
committed to offering young children a loving learning environment
based on attitudes of respect and understanding. We focus on the
growth and development of the whole child, creating an environment
that nurtures their physical, emotional, social and cognitive
growth. We strive to complement parents' efforts to provide
experiences that help the child feel worthy, competent, and unique
and to establish a positive foundation for the child's growing
relationships.
Each class of children is led by a state-certified teacher, who
is assisted by a teacher's aide. The school has been licensed by
the Pennsylvania State Board of Private Academic Schools since its
founding in 1959.
Classes are grouped by age and frequency of meeting:
- Pre-Kindergarten - meets five mornings Monday through Friday
and is open to both four and five year olds
- Four year olds - meets four mornings per week (Monday through
Thursday)
- Four year olds - meets three mornings per week (Monday,
Wednesday and Friday)
- Three year olds - meets three mornings per week (Monday,
Wednesday and Friday)
- Three year olds - meets two mornings per week (Tuesday and
Thursday)
Tuition varies with frequency of attendance and is payable
monthly in advance beginning in September. There is also a
non-refundable application fee which is not applicable to the
tuition.
Nursery School classes are in session from 9:15 a.m. to 11:45
a.m. School closures and vacation periods loosely follow those of
the Abington School District.
There is also an EXTENDED SESSION ("The Lunch Bunch") from
11:45am - 2:45pm for enrolled children who need additional
care. There is an additional charge.
Transportation is not provided.
Play Group Program
The Play Group Program is for children 24 to 36 months of age,
and is designed to give them an opportunity to be with other
children of the same age in a loving, supportive play situation.
Each Play Group has a qualified leader and an assistant leader.
Age level is decided by the child's age on September 1st. While
there may be some variance in the age ranges due to the
distribution of birthdates of the children enrolled, all children
are eligible for either one, two or three day groups.
Play Groups begin in September and continue through May. School
closures and vacation periods loosely follow those of the Abington
School District.
Play Groups meet as follows:
Three Day Group- Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Two Day Groups- Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday
One Day Groups- any one day of the week based on enrollment
Tuition depends on the frequency of attendance, and is payable
monthly beginning in September. There is also a non-refundable
registration fee which is not applicable to tuition.
Transportation is not provided.