FAQs

Our school offers classes for many ages:

• Discover with Me (1 by October 1 - attends with a caregiver)

• Tots (2 by October 1 - limited spots available for those who are 2 but not yet 2½)

• Nursery (3 by October 1)

• Pre-K (4 by October 1)

• Transitional Kindergarten (5 by October 1)

Each class is designed to meet children at their individual developmental stage, while fostering independence, confidence, and social skills, and preparing them for future academic success.

Our school is located at Wyckoff Reformed Church in Wyckoff, New Jersey, serving families from Wyckoff and nearby towns.

There are many aspects of our program that help us stand out from other preschools, including:

• A play-based learning environment that encourages curiosity and problem-solving

• Strong focus on social-emotional development to help children build confidence and positive relationships

• Daily outdoor play and creative exploration for hands-on learning and physical activity

• Experienced and caring teachers who nurture each child’s growth

• Daily outdoor experiences in our playground (including a mud kitchen!), garden, and outdoor classroom

• A welcoming school community with fun events and opportunities for family involvement

At our school, children are supported, challenged and inspired through hands-on experiences, creative play, music, art, and exploration, fostering a lifelong love of learning.

A typical day at Wyckoff Reformed Church Nursery School includes:

• Age-appropriate circle time to build community and explore classroom topics

• One hour of free choice time allows children to explore their interests and engage in meaningful learning and play with their friends

• Literacy, language, and math activities are integrated throughout the day

• We offer a nut free snack that includes something fresh each day

• We play outside every day even in the snow and drizzle!

• Weekly music classes foster rhythm, movement, and creativity

Our daily routine is designed to support learning through child-led curiosity, encouraging children to investigate materials, interact with their peers, and engage with the world around them in meaningful and developmentally appropriate ways.

Families of all faith backgrounds are warmly welcomed at Wyckoff Reformed Church Nursery School.

As a ministry of Wyckoff Reformed Church, faith-based learning is a part of our program.

Children say a simple blessing before snack and lunch, and the church’s Director of Families and Pastor occasionally visit classrooms to share about important holidays such as Christmas and Easter.

Our focus is on teaching values like kindness, gratitude, and caring for each other.

Our morning classes follow a staggered start schedule and are each approximately 3 hours long.

Families also have the option to extend the day with our afternoon programs, which include lunch and enrichment classes. Afternoon programs offer a variety of pickup times to fit your schedule.

The full school day ends at 3:00pm Monday–Thursday and 2:00pm on Fridays.

Class offered in the afternoon include cooking, STEAM, Art, Kindergarten readiness and Fun Fridays.

Children in our younger Tots class do not need to be potty trained. Our staff is happy to support families whenever they decide to begin the potty training process.

Older children, including those entering our Nursery program (3 years old by October 1), must be fully potty trained by the start of the school year.  Please reach out if you have any questions or concerns! We are here to help!

Registration typically opens each January for the following school year. Current families and church members receive priority registration before enrollment opens to the public.  

Enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis, so we encourage families to register early to secure a spot.

We offer tuition discounts for families who are active members of Wyckoff Reformed Church, for siblings, and for military families. We also participate in the New Jersey Childcare Assistance Program (NJ CCAP).  Please contact the school office for more details on eligibility and how to apply.

Yes! We offer a summer camp program for children enrolled in our school who are entering Nursery, Pre-K, and Transitional classes.  

Camp runs Tuesday through Thursday, 9:00am–1:00pm. Please remember to pack a lunch!

Our camp focuses on outdoor fun!—children spend time in our playground, garden, and outdoor classroom to enjoy nature as much as possible. Classrooms are air-conditioned for comfortable breaks from the heat when needed, ensuring a safe and fun day.

Families interested in learning more about Wyckoff Reformed Church Nursery School are encouraged to schedule a tour. You can book a tour online or call the office if the available times don’t fit your schedule. We’d love to show you our classrooms and share more about our programs!