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2013 Summer camp brochures and applications are now available for download from our camp page!
CALENDAR
Download 2013-14 Calendar
(Updated 3/2013)
2013 Summer camp brochures and applications are now available for download from our camp page!
Download 2013-14 Calendar
(Updated 3/2013)
Preschool Curriculum | Preschool Admissions | Preschool Class Options &Tuition
Seneca Academy is a non-profit, independent day school, founded in 1983, serving children preschool through sixth grade. Seneca Academy is accredited by the Association of Independent Maryland Schools (AIMS).
Since 1983 our preschool has provided an outstanding developmentally appropriate program for young children. The program is approved by the Maryland State Department of Education and accredited by the Association of Independent Maryland Schools. Small classes exceed state requirements and ensure each child receives the attention he or she deserves.
Seneca Academy preschool curriculum covers six areas: language arts, mathematics and scientific thinking, social studies, the arts (music and visual arts), physical development and health, and personal and social development. Daily schedules include activities that are both child-directed and teacher-directed, and are balanced with “active” and “quiet” times. Children have many opportunities to choose activities that are of personal interest. Students also participate in whole-group and small-group activities.
All students have an active gross motor period daily. On most days, we have outside play on one or two playgrounds, which are part of our National Wildlife Federation Certified Schoolyard Habitat. During inclement weather, we use our Gathering Room as a play space. Our students also develop their fine-motor skills through cutting, tracing, playdough, painting, and fingerplays. These activities are essential to developing muscles needed for handwriting and other complex tasks. Music and art are interwoven throughout every day.
Resources
Download A Parent's Guide to Regulated Child Care from the Maryland State Department of Education
Seneca Academy
15601 Germantown Road Darnestown, Maryland 20874 Phone: (301) 869-3728
Fax: (301) 869-3348
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Click here to read Dr. Carroll's thoughts about educational theory and practice at Seneca Academy and in the community.
SAPA has launched a parent run blog, where we can share thoughts, challenges, hopes and dreams for our children.
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