We welcome you to be a partner in your child’s first educational experience.
At Peopleplace, we believe an excellent education fosters the unique and creative potential of every child, nurturing both their social and emotional development as well as their academic foundation. Our goal is to create a love of learning in our children that lasts their lifetime.
About
Peopleplace is a cooperative preschool where parents are partners in the education of their child. Our programs are inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach to early childhood education. We are a licensed, accredited preschool for children age eighteen months to five years old.
Reggio Emilia
The Reggio Approach derives its name from its place of origin, Reggio Emilia, a city located in Emilia Romagna in Northern Italy. Shortly after the Second World War, Loris Malaguzzi, a young teacher and the founder of this unique system, joined forces with the parents of this region to provide child care for young children. Over the last 70 years, this education system has developed into a unique program that has caught the attention of early childhood educators worldwide.
enrollment
Enrollment for the following year starts in the early spring. Admissions are based on a first-come first-served basis. An “in-house” registration period is offered to all current families at which time younger siblings may also be enrolled. Following this initial offering, enrollment is open to any new families. Children entering the toddler program must be 18 months by September 1st. Children entering the preschool program must be 3 years of age in September.
Families and teachers enjoy the Christmas by the Sea Parade on our first-ever Peopleplace float!