Sherman Oaks Cooperative Nursery School

Overview

Sherman Oaks Cooperative Preschool is a non-sectarian, non-profit cooperative preschool that enrolls up to 24 children and emphasizes family participation in the school’s planning and operation. Families take part on a rotating basis as volunteer assistants to the professional staff.

Educational approach

The school follows a developmental, play-based, child-centered approach with influences from Reggio Emilia. Instruction emphasizes open-ended play, project work driven by children’s interests, collaboration between teachers and families, and documentation of children’s work to inform planning.

Facilities and learning environment

Primarily outdoor classroom environment with frequent outdoor activity throughout the year.
Outdoor play features including a swing set, climbing structures, obstacle courses, sandbox, bike and trike path, mud kitchen, and play houses.
On-site spaces referenced include a library and dramatic arts sheds and displays of children’s work as part of the learning environment.

Community and governance

The school is governed democratically as a cooperative; parents are active participants in classroom activities and school projects. A non-discrimination policy applies to admissions, enrollment, programming, family participation, employment and volunteer opportunities.

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Sherman Oaks Cooperative Nursery School

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Overview

Educational approach

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Community and governance

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