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With year-round indoor lessons for babies,more. Winchester Gardens Retirement Community children, and adults, the brand is dedicated to its mantra, Survival of the Littlest, 333 Elmwood Avenue, Maplewood focusing first on the skills needed to survive a water accident, then moving on to 201-645-1300; britishswimschool.com/hwfstroke development and more advanced skills. FAR BROOK SCHOOL Far Brooks progressive approach integrates science, math, literacy, technology,Small Group Tours:Co-ed, Age 3-Grade 8 and art, harnessing childrens innate curiosity as a powerful ally in deep and joyfulOctober 4- December 13, 9:30-11 a.m.52 Great Hills Road, Short Hills learning. Children explore the natural world on 9.5 wooded acres. A richly diverseDecember 14, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.Emi Ithen, Director of Enrollment Management community with a commitment to social justice creates a supportive and stimulatingRegistration required.973-379-3442; farbrook.org/admissions/admissions-eventsenvironment for learning. Virtual Open House: October 25, 12-1 p.m.GOLDA OCH ACADEMY Golda Och Academy offers a high quality, college preparatory, private schoolLower School (Pre-K, K, Grade 1)Wilf Lower School Campus experience to students from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12, while nurturingOctober 30 & November 15, 9 a.m.Grades Pre-K to 5 Jewish identity and knowledge. Join us for a Fall Open House to learn more about 122 Gregory Avenue, West Orange GOAs exceptional Pre-K through 12th Grade college preparatory education featuringMiddle SchoolJessica Wise, Director of Admissions a diverse Jewish community embracing tradition with depth and joy. November 7, 9 a.m.973-602-3757 High SchoolEric F. Ross Upper School Campus November 1, 9 a.m.Grades 6-121418 Pleasant Valley Way, West OrangeSari Allen, Director of Admissions & Enrollment Mgmt.973-602-3645; goldaochacademy.org/open-house-schedule-2024KINDERGAN AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM The KinderGan After School Program extends the same exceptional care andPlease call to schedule your tour.Grades K-5 educational excellence as the renowned preschool. Children enjoy engaging 113 Parker Avenue, Maplewoodactivities, incredible specialties, and personalized attention, ensuring a seamless Frumie Bogomilsky, Director continuation of their growth and learning. The Program runs Monday-Thursday, 3 to 973-763-7455; kinderganpreschool.org 6 p.m. and offers transportation as part of the registration fee. KINDERGAN PRESCHOOL KinderGan Preschool seeks to create a stimulating and enriching educationalPlease call to schedule your tour.Ages 23 months-5 years environment for children. Its comprehensive and developmentally appropriate program 113 Parker Avenue, Maplewood is designed to promote each childs intellectual, social, physical, and emotional growth. Frumie Bogomilsky, Director Open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and includes a preschool day and childcare hours.973-763-7455; kinderganpreschool.orgLITTLE APPLE ARTS Little Apple Arts provides a positive environment in which children can exploreCheck out our website for updates on Ages 3 years-Grade 5 the dramatic arts in public and private classes, camps, and pop-ups.Throughclasses, camps and pop-ups. Follow us on St. Georges Church song, dance, acting, and games the staff encourages confidence, teamwork, andInstagram @littleappleartstheatre.550 Ridgewood Road, Maplewood creativity. Children will learn through purposeful play and group collaboration. Becky Fisher, Owner Come join the fun! littleapplearts.com MONTCLAIR COOPERATIVE SCHOOL Montclair Cooperative School keeps children at the center of school life and engagesMilk & Cookies Playdates for Prospective Ages 2-Grade 8 parents in their childrens education. At the heart of its progressive approach is theFamilies: 65 Chestnut Street, Montclair belief that children thrive in an environment that honors individuality and community,October 19 & January 25, 9:30 a.m.Emily Kohan, Director of Enrollment Management self and others. The unique value of our school lies in the partnership between 973-783-4955; montclaircoop.org students, families, and teachers, contributing to the life of the school in ways thatOpen House: benefit all who enter. November 9, 10 a.m.48/ matters magazine / fall 2024'