Elora Co-op Preschool celebrates 40 years

The board of directors of the Elora Co-Op Preschool is preparing for another school year, as registration is currently underway for September enrollment.

In 2014, the preschool will be entering its 40th year of operation here, with some families now in their second generation of children benefitting from the prechool’s programs, under the guidance of beloved teacher Debbie Mooney-Bianchi, (better known as Miss Debbie).

“To continue to operate in these times of economic instability and changing family dynamics is challenging; however, we are eager to work with families, community service organizations, and local businesses to ensure the preschool remains an integral presence in our community,” said board chair said Angela Alies.

A co-operative environment, which the Elora Pre-school adopted during its creation in 1974, creates social networks between both students and parents.

“Families contribute directly in the operations of the pre-school and as a result, both they and their children benefit,” notes Mooney-Bianchi.   “While accessing licensed child care, families are also working together to strengthen the pre-school’s networks with members of the local community.”

A licensed child-care facility, the pre-school offers morning and afternoon classes for children ages 18 months to five  years of age.  All classes are under the direct supervision of Early Childhood Educators, providing children learning opportunities that foster emotional, mental, physical and social development.

For more information or to register a child for Fall 2013 classes, visit www.elorapreschool.ca or email info@elorapreschool.ca.