408 New Road Northfield, NJ
Pil @ Northfield
PIL @ Northfield offers full or half-day Pre-K programs as well as child care services before and after school. The school operates as a full-time inclusion program for typically developing children, along with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Curriculum
The Creative Curriculum® for Preschool is a comprehensive, scientifically-based curriculum, linked to an assessment system that addresses teachers' need to know what to teach and why, and how children learn best. It specifies the literacy, math, science, social studies, arts, and technology content to be taught, based on published standards. It relates directly to the subject area curricula used in elementary schools, so children's learning in preschool forms the basis of all of the learning that will follow. Its distinguishing features are a framework for decision making and a focus on interest areas. The Creative Curriculum® for Preschool is inclusive of all children—those developing typically, children with disabilities, and English language learners (Dodge, 2002)..
Sometimes programs call “Choice Time” free play, free choice, play time, work time, center time… Creative Curriculum refers to it as Choice Time. Each student chooses an interest area to work in and will move around the room as they choose. Typically, Choice Time lasts 1 hour uninterrupted and does not include clean up time. The children can choose from 8 interest areas; Art Center, Dramatic Play Area, Block Center, Music Center, Library, Fine motor Center, Science Center, Sand & Water Area. The teacher’s role is to observe, assist children in accomplishing their play goals, and look for opportunities for expanding children's activities and thinking. Learn more about each center below and what you can do at home
Meet Our Team
Maryssa Manahan
Onsite Director
Hello! My name is Ms. Maryssa Manahan and I am the On-site Director at Partners in Learning at Northfield. I have been with the company for 7 years, and enjoyed getting know all of our children! When I’m not in the classroom, I enjoy baking, traveling, and spending time with my family.
Johanna Pereira
Head Teacher
Hello! My name is Ms. Joanne Pereira, and I’m so excited to be your child’s teacher this year at Partners in Learning! I hold a Master of Arts in Teaching with certifications in both Preschool through 3rd Grade, and Special Education from Montclair State University. I am now in my fifth year working in early childhood education, and I feel honored to play a role in this foundational part of your child’s development.
Hayley Brooks
Assit Teacher
Hi! I’m Ms. Hayley Brooks! I’ve worked in the field of education for about 13 years now. This is my 5th year as the assistant teacher at Partners In Learning Preschool. I have a bachelor's degree in Education from Monmouth University. I cannot wait for another year of fun and learning!
