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     The Hilltop Christian Nursery School was created out of the desire to provide our community's children with a strong educational foundation enriched by traditional Christian values.  Based on proven methods of early education, strong emphasis is placed on learning through participation in arts and crafts, storytelling, singing, rhythmic movement, dramatic play and cooking.  The program involves a 2-day program for 2 ½ year olds, a 2 or 3-day program for 3 year-olds, and a 4-day program for 4 year-olds.  In addition to morning and afternoon sessions, there is an opportunity for lunch and play from 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM.  
     More information may be obtained by calling the school at (973) 543-0054 and speaking with the Director, Rhonda Buzbee.

In continuous operation since 1994, Hilltop Christian Nursery School (HCNS) is licensed with the state of New Jersey.  A state-certified preschool teacher and an assistant teacher are present in every classroom. 

Classes Available

2-1/2 year-olds (on or before 1/1)

2 days:  Mon/Wed, 9AM - 11:30AM
2 days:  Tues/Thurs, 9AM - 11:30AM
Jan. start:  2 days, Tues/Thurs 9AM - 11:30AM

3 year-olds (on or before 10/1)

2 days:  Tues/Thurs, 9AM - 11:30AM
3 days:  Mon/Wed/Fri, 9AM - 11:30AM
3 days:  Tues/Wed/Thurs, 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM

4 year-olds (on or before 10/1)

4 days:  Mon-Thurs, 9AM - 11:30AM
4 days:  Mon-Thurs, 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM

A "Lunch and Play" program is also offered Monday through Thursday from 11:30 to 12:30 for a nominal fee.  This program is open to students enrolled in HCNS classes for 3 and 4-year-olds.  Weekly sign-up is required to reserve a place for each child.  Lunch, including a beverage, should be sent to school with your child on the days of participation.

Enrollment and Tuition

Application forms and brochures may be obtained at the school office (14 Hilltop Road, also known as Hilltop House).  When completed, send the form to:  Hilltop Christian Nursery School, 14 Hilltop Road, Mendham, NJ 07945.  A Nursery School registration fee of $45.00 is payable at the time of enrollment.  Note that registration fees and tuition payments are non-refundable. 

                                                    

 Curriculum

Chapel Pre-school exercise and motor development Story time and dramatic play
Learning through "free play" activity Space and number concepts Age-appropriate manipulatives
Introduction to basic art shapes and forms Basic color relationships Field Trips
Participation in a variety of musical experiences Introduction to Language Arts  

Birthday Celebrations

(Please contact teachers in advance.  A HCNS tradition is to donate a birthday book to the library.)

 

Special Events
In addition to our regularly-scheduled activities, we also offer a variety of enrichment activities and programs throughout the year, such as:  

  • Halloween Parade
  • Thanksgiving Feast
  • Mother's Day Tea
  • Easter Candy Hunt
  • Donuts with Dad
  • Pajama Pancake Party
  • Christmas Pageant 
  • Class Parties
  • Closing Spring Program
  • Visiting Holly Manor
  • Computer Program
  • Musically Together

Dress                                  
Acceptable daily dress for children is play clothes.  Party clothes may be worn on special occasions.  Our program includes daily outdoor play, weather permitting.  Such items as mittens, coats, hats, and boots should be clearly marked with the child's full name.

Health
Students are required to have immunization shots.  A health form will be provided by the school and must be signed by a doctor and returned to school at the time of enrollment.  

Illnesses and absences should be reported to the school prior to 9:00 AM.  Parents will be notified if their child has been exposed to a contagious disease (e.g., chicken pox, mumps, and German measles).

Conferences
Scheduled Parent-Teacher Conferences are held twice a year:  October and April.  The director and school staff are always available to address your questions and concerns.  

                               

Parental Involvement

HCNS welcomes and appreciates the ongoing support we receive from parents.  Opportunities for involvement include: