CELEBRATING OUR 44th ANNIVERSARY!
The Rocking Unicorn Nursery School was established in 1981. It is owned/operated by Gretchen Kolb Cauble, M.S. Ed. Gretchen is a 1984 graduate of Chatham High School, a 1988 graduate of Colby-Sawyer College, and received her Master’s Degree in Education from Wheelock College in 1993.
The facility is licensed by the MA Dept. of Early Education and Care. All teachers and administrators meet and exceed the state requirements for certification.
Enrollment is open to 20 children per day, ranging in age of 2 years 9 months through pre-kindergarten. The three year old program has a 1:5 teacher to child ratio; the pre-kindergarten program has a 1:7 ratio.
Now enrolling 3, 4, & 5 year olds. Full and part time slots are available. Call Gretchen @ (508) 945-0611 to request a brochure and arrange for a visit.
“Whether you are big or small, you can make a difference.”
– Bo – 05/16/18
Our curriculum is rich in language experiences. Block building, dramatic play, exploring art through a variety of mediums, cooking and gardening are all essential ingredients in our program. We offer an appropriate balance of teacher directed and child directed activities, small and large group instruction as well as consistent expectations for behavior.
Curriculum Design
We utilize a thematic approach to teaching. Monthly curriculum calendars and newsletters are sent home to families to encourage a home/school connection.
The MA Curriculum Frameworks/Early Learning Standards are woven into our plans, insuring that the following are addressed:
• Social/Emotional Development
• Self-Help Skills
• Language Arts
• S.T.E.M
• Fine/Gross Motor Development
The school year runs for ten months; September-June.
Program Highlights
Large, fenced-in playground with swings, climber/slide, mud kitchen, sandbox and clubhouse
A working school garden with herbs, vegetables and flowers to encourage children to utilize their 5 senses through the 4 seasons.
Teacher/Child Ratio:
1:5 (3 year olds)
1:7 (pre-k)
Testimonials
The Rocking Unicorn
Nursery School
1762 Main Street
P.O. Box 1509
West Chatham, MA 02669
(508) 945-0611