New School Of Berkeley, The — Berkeley, CA

New School Of Berkeley, The

The New School of Berkeley is a play-based preschool in Berkeley serving children ages 2–5 and also offers school-age care and seasonal camp programs for older children.

About

Overview

The New School of Berkeley operates a play-based early childhood program for children ages 2 through 5. The program emphasizes emergent, child-led learning and places value on curiosity, creativity, independence, and community.

Approach & Curriculum

Instruction is organized around an emergent curriculum shaped by children’s interests and developmental needs. Educators observe and design experiences that encourage inquiry, creativity, collaboration, and self-expression, with an emphasis on social-emotional development and problem-solving.

Daily Life & Learning Experiences

Regular outdoor play and opportunities to explore a natural play environment.
Ongoing access to art, music, and movement activities such as singing, storytelling, dancing, and yoga.
Hands-on experiences in cooking and gardening to support early math and science learning and cooperation.
Family partnership through conferences, meetings, volunteer opportunities, and community events.

Programs

Afterschool - School Age

After-school care for children in TK through 3rd grade that provides a space for outdoor play, creative projects, imaginative games, and collaborative activities while promoting independence and community.

Monday–Friday, 1:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.

Preschool

A play-based preschool program for children ages 2–5 that uses an emergent curriculum shaped by children’s interests and developmental needs; daily learning includes outdoor play, art, music and movement, and hands-on cooking and gardening experiences.

Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; part-time option 8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. · 2-5 years

Summer Camp - School Age

Berkeley Explorers Camp is the school's school-age summer program offering hands-on, exploratory activities designed to encourage independence, collaboration, and play.

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