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For new families, please complete our registration form for the 2024-25 school year.
KCNS Enrolled Families
Welcome to the Kent Community Nursery School! We are happy to have your family be part of this community. Your teachers, Anna de Rham, Liza Basile, and Abigail Parker are ready to answer any questions.
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KCNS Hours 2024-25
Half Day Monday to Friday 8 AM - 1 PM Full Day Monday to Friday 8 AM - 5:30 PM Children who remain at KCNS 5 hours, or longer, per day are required, by CT state law, to nap (or rest) on a cot for, at least, 45 minutes in the afternoon. KCS-Extended Morning (only for KCS students) Monday to Thursday 8 AM - 12 PM KCS-Extended Morning Return (only on same day) 3:15 PM - 5:30 PM KCNS offers an Extended Morning Program only for students who attend the Kent Center School (KCS) Afternoon PreK program that runs Monday through Thursday. As part of our Extended Morning Program, a Region 1 Bus brings the children from KCNS to KCS at 12 PM. Children enrolled in the Extended Morning Program may return to KCNS for the afternoon from 3:15 pm to 5:30 pm for the KCS-Extended Morning Return. This is ONLY for children enrolled in the Extended Morning Program the same day. A Region 1 Bus bring the children from KCS to KCNS at 3:15 PM. KCS Extended Afternoon Monday to Thursday 11:30 AM - 5:30 PM This program is only for children enrolled at Kent Center School (KCS). KCNS offers an Extended Afternoon Program for students who attend the Kent Center School (KCS) morning PreK program that runs Monday through Thursday. As part of our Afternoon Program, a Region 1 Bus brings the children from KCS to KCNS at 11:20 AM. |
Start Date
Tuesday, August 27, 2024 Calendar KCNS follows Region 1 2024-25 calendar, mainly for first/last day, spring break, and holiday recess, including cancellations and delays due to inclement weather. (We do not follow Region 1 for half days, late openings and conference days.) Inclement Weather If delayed due to a snow storm, etc., tune in to your local radio, television stations, or check online with the Region 1 website. |
Drop off/Pick up
Parents and students enter at the blue entrance door of KCNS and bring their children downstairs, upon arrival. At dismissal, pick up is either on the playground or inside through the blue entrance door to KCNS. Students should be picked up no later than 1:30 PM, for the Half Day Program, and 5:30 PM, for the Full Day and KCS Extended Afternoon program.
Illness
As stated in the CT Office of Early Childhood (OEC) guidelines, children and staff with mild respiratory symptoms (e.g., infrequent cough, congestion, runny nose, sore throat, etc.) may continue participating in-person as long as:
Anyone who has any respiratory symptoms should not come to KCNS if:
Check to ensure temperature is below 100 degrees and observe for symptoms. Students MUST stay home if they are feeling sick.
As outlined by the CDC, hand washing is one of the best safeguards for mitigating the spread of illness. Therefore, throughout the day, students and teachers will hand wash, as well as, increase daily cleaning measures as also outlined by the CDC and OEC.
What to bring to school?
Please be aware when sending students to school that they will be playing, climbing, painting, and getting dirty outside everyday. Please have students dress accordingly.
Snack and Lunch
Please pack a snack, a lunch, and water bottle everyday. Ice Packs with snack and lunch are required (by the CT Office of Early Childhood, OEC).
Nut- and Sesame-free Policy
KCNS is an allergy-aware facility. Please inform teachers, if your child has allergies or food restrictions. Thank you for helping keep our children safe.
Nap time (for Full Day and Extended Afternoon Programs)
Children who are in the Full Day Program or the Extended Afternoon Program and remain at KCNS over 5 hours per day are required, by CT state law, to nap (or rest) on a cot for, at least, 45 minutes in the afternoon. Every Friday you will take your child's nap gear home to wash and return the following week.
Communication
Communication is the key to our family-school relationship. In each cubby, each child has their own folder, which holds their artwork, projects and any notices being sent home. Teachers and the Directors can always be reached via email or by phone.
Cellphone Policy
Personal cellphones may not be used by KCNS teachers during working hours with children. KCNS teachers and staff are allowed to take occasional photos of KCNS activities and children during special occasions, provided families have granted permission on the Use of Photos enrollment form.
Parent volunteers
We love to have parent volunteers. We ask that each parent choose one day during the school year to be a Mystery Reader!
Flexible enrollment
Student can attend KCNS from one to five days per week.
Class size
The Nursery School class is limited to twenty children, with a teacher to student ratio of 10:1. Actual class size fluctuates depending on daily enrollment.
Parents and students enter at the blue entrance door of KCNS and bring their children downstairs, upon arrival. At dismissal, pick up is either on the playground or inside through the blue entrance door to KCNS. Students should be picked up no later than 1:30 PM, for the Half Day Program, and 5:30 PM, for the Full Day and KCS Extended Afternoon program.
Illness
As stated in the CT Office of Early Childhood (OEC) guidelines, children and staff with mild respiratory symptoms (e.g., infrequent cough, congestion, runny nose, sore throat, etc.) may continue participating in-person as long as:
- they are fever-free (< 100°F) and feel well enough to participate,
Anyone who has any respiratory symptoms should not come to KCNS if:
- they have a fever (≥ 100°F) or feel feverish (they should not report in-person until their fever has resolved for at least 24 hours without the use of medication).
Check to ensure temperature is below 100 degrees and observe for symptoms. Students MUST stay home if they are feeling sick.
As outlined by the CDC, hand washing is one of the best safeguards for mitigating the spread of illness. Therefore, throughout the day, students and teachers will hand wash, as well as, increase daily cleaning measures as also outlined by the CDC and OEC.
What to bring to school?
- TWO changes of clothes: all items of clothing must be labeled as well as the bag it comes in.
- Rain Gear: (fall and spring) boots, pants, jacket
- Snow Gear: (winter) boots, pants, jacket, hat and gloves
- Rest recommendations: (for students who stay after 1:30 PM) cot blanket, pillow and stuffed animal.
Please be aware when sending students to school that they will be playing, climbing, painting, and getting dirty outside everyday. Please have students dress accordingly.
Snack and Lunch
Please pack a snack, a lunch, and water bottle everyday. Ice Packs with snack and lunch are required (by the CT Office of Early Childhood, OEC).
Nut- and Sesame-free Policy
KCNS is an allergy-aware facility. Please inform teachers, if your child has allergies or food restrictions. Thank you for helping keep our children safe.
Nap time (for Full Day and Extended Afternoon Programs)
Children who are in the Full Day Program or the Extended Afternoon Program and remain at KCNS over 5 hours per day are required, by CT state law, to nap (or rest) on a cot for, at least, 45 minutes in the afternoon. Every Friday you will take your child's nap gear home to wash and return the following week.
Communication
Communication is the key to our family-school relationship. In each cubby, each child has their own folder, which holds their artwork, projects and any notices being sent home. Teachers and the Directors can always be reached via email or by phone.
Cellphone Policy
Personal cellphones may not be used by KCNS teachers during working hours with children. KCNS teachers and staff are allowed to take occasional photos of KCNS activities and children during special occasions, provided families have granted permission on the Use of Photos enrollment form.
Parent volunteers
We love to have parent volunteers. We ask that each parent choose one day during the school year to be a Mystery Reader!
Flexible enrollment
Student can attend KCNS from one to five days per week.
Class size
The Nursery School class is limited to twenty children, with a teacher to student ratio of 10:1. Actual class size fluctuates depending on daily enrollment.
Events
Please go to Events for more information about KCNS student performances and community events organized yearly.
Parent Handbook
The KCNS Parent Handbook has detailed information about KCNS procedures and policy.
Enrollment Forms & Tuition Payment
For KCNS enrollment and tuition payment, please go to Admissions and Tuition.
KCNS is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) early education center.
6 Bridge Street, Kent, CT 06757 860-927-1294 [email protected]
6 Bridge Street, Kent, CT 06757 860-927-1294 [email protected]
