Hanna Fenichel Center For Child Development, The

Overview

Hanna Fenichel Center is an early childhood school serving children from 12 months through 5 years. The program emphasizes play, social interaction, and project-based investigation as central vehicles for learning.

Educational approach

The center follows a Reggio Emilia–inspired philosophy that treats children as active learners and supports development across social, emotional, intellectual, creative and physical domains. Learning is organized around child-led inquiries, collaborative projects, and hands-on exploration.

Campus and learning spaces

Sunlit campus with multiple learning environments, including five age-appropriate classrooms and an Atelier art studio.
Two nature-based learning areas, highlighted by a Garden Classroom anchored by a large peppercorn tree.
An annual Exhibition of Learning that displays children’s collaborative work across expressive media.

Family engagement and admissions

The center uses a multi-step admissions process that includes an application and group tour as part of enrollment; families are invited to engage with educators and visit campus learning environments during the admissions period.

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Hanna Fenichel Center For Child Development, The

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Overview

Educational approach

Campus and learning spaces

Family engagement and admissions

Programs

3 Day Program

Parent & Toddler Program

Prekindergarten Program

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