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Millbrook Community Preschool

May 21, 2018 • Millbrook, NY

Millbrook Community Preschool at Grace Church is a small, village-based preschool for three to five-year-olds. Beginning with a less-than-ideal space and a passionate vision for play-centered learning, Millbrook worked with Community Playthings room planners to create a compelling environment for children to play and learn.

Focus:

  • Millbrook directors explain how they dreamed, planned, and worked to make their vision of a play-based center a reality.

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    Thoughtful room design and furniture choices create an environment that invites children's play and exploration.

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    Come on in for a bite to eat! Roomscapes panels create a protected, but welcoming, area for dramatic play.

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    For an art area, storage is key. Tote shelves, Wall Cabinets, and a Drying Rack keep all the materials tidy and accessible.

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    Preschool Cubbies provide plenty of space for storing belongings and give the entry a welcome glow.

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    Round tables encourage cooperative play. Don't be afraid of a mess, these durable table tops will withstand almost anything.

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    Today it's a row boat, turn it over tomorrow and you have a bridge for the Billy Goats Gruff. Either way it's great large motor activity.

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    Child-sized arm chairs create the perfect place to comfortably enjoy a story.

“As educators, we always have to be willing to adapt, rethink, and re-imagine until we get it right. We have a moral imperative to make this a wonderful first learning experience for children.” Maureen Sarma, Program Director 2013-2017
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