McLean Children's Academy and Clifton Children's Academy Programs provide experiences in music, drama, creative movement, carpentry, cooking, water and sand play, sensory development, math, science, language and reading readiness, phonics, and large and small muscle development. While providing all of these enriching experiences, we never forget that a positive self concept is what will help prepare your child for a successful and happy future.
Each day is composed of both structured learning in age appropriate grouping and mini-sessions. The day begins with circle, at which time the children are grouped according to age. After circle, each teacher opens a mini-session. With the instruction and direction of their teachers, the children move from one session to another, participating in all activities with increased enthusiasm. The mini-sessions encourage children to work on tasks of interest and give them the opportunity to complete their tasks.
Morning & Afternoon PRESCHOOL
With our teachers and assistant teachers, a minimum ratio of one teacher to eight students is maintained. The program is for children ages 2 years and 9 months (and must be potty trained) to 5 years of age. The program is 2, 3, 4 or 5 day depending on the program - Monday - Friday.
EXTENDED DAY
Extended Day is available for all children enrolled in the morning preschool sessions. This is offered on a full time, part time, or occasional basis, year around. Children may stay for LUNCH, extend for early afternoon (aprox 3pm): for the full extended day departure is at 4:30 to 5:30 based on program.
COMBINATION SCHEDULES
Combination schedules are available, such as: 4 or 5 day preschool combined with 2 afternoons until 3 pm. Please don't hesitate to discuss your individual needs with our Directors.
AFTERNOON PROGRAMS
Programs are available for Preschool age, Kindergarten and School Age. A minimum of two afternoons per week is required. In McLean, transportation is provided to and from designated public and private schools. Please check with your respective school for exact times.
KINDERGARTEN ENRICHMENT
Especially for you and your kindergarten child, we offer a Kindergarten Enrichment Program as an extension of the morning kindergarten offered by your local public school. The program is geared to reinforce those skills learned in the morning session. We place a particular emphasis on Art and Foreign Languages. Children bring lunch from home and snacks are provided.
The Enrichment Program is from 12 noon to 3 pm, a minimum of 2 days per week. Extended hours are available.
Clifton Children's Academy offers a private Kindergarten Program. Please contact the school for further details.
SCHOOL AGE PROGRAM in McLean only...
Transportation is provided from designated local public schools. We have a very popular school age program - our "Whiz Kids" are given the opportunity to be in an environment with their peers, where they can take special classes, go on field trips, do their homework, and just plain play and have fun. This program is from 3 pm to4:30 pm only, a minimum of two days per week. We are open for early Monday dismissal and children attend MCA on teacher work days - so you're covered!
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Phone: (703)-734-2353 |
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