In continuous operation since 1994, Hilltop Christian Nursery School (HCNS) is licensed with the state of New Jersey.  A state-certified preschool teacher and an assistant teacher are present in every classroom. 

Classes Available

2-1/2 year-olds (on or before 1/1)

2 days:  Mon/Wed, 9AM - 11:30AM

2 days:  Tues/Thurs, 9AM - 11:30AM

Jan. start:  2 days, Tues/Thurs 9AM - 11:30AM

3 year-olds (on or before 10/1)

2 days:  Tues/Thurs, 9AM - 11:30AM

3 days:  Mon/Wed/Fri, 9AM - 11:30AM

3 days:  Tues/Wed/Thurs, 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM

4 year-olds (on or before 10/1)

4 days:  Mon-Thurs, 9AM - 11:30AM

4 days:  Mon-Thurs, 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM

A "Lunch and Play" program is also offered Monday through Thursday from 11:30 to 12:30 for a nominal fee.  This program is open to students enrolled in HCNS classes for 3 and 4-year-olds.  Weekly sign-up is required to reserve a place for each child.  Lunch, including a beverage, should be sent to school with your child on the days of participation.

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Enrollment and Tuition

Application forms and brochures may be obtained at the school office (14 Hilltop Road, also known as Hilltop House).  When completed, send the form to:  Hilltop Christian Nursery School, 14 Hilltop Road, Mendham, NJ 07945.  A Nursery School registration fee of $45.00 is payable at the time of enrollment.  Note that registration fees and tuition payments are non-refundable. 

                                                    

 Curriculum

Chapel	Pre-school exercise and motor development	Story time and dramatic play
Learning through "free play" activity	Space and number concepts	Age-appropriate manipulatives
Introduction to basic art shapes and forms	Basic color relationships	Field Trips
Participation in a variety of musical experiences	Introduction to Language Arts	Birthday Celebrations (Please contact teachers in advance.  A HCNS tradition is to donate a birthday book to the library.)

 

Special Events
In addition to our regularly-scheduled activities, we also offer a variety of enrichment activities and programs throughout the year, such as:  

Halloween Parade	Thanksgiving Feast
Mother's Day Tea	Easter Candy Hunt
Donuts with Dad	Pajama Pancake Party
Christmas Pageant	Class Parties
Closing Spring Program	Visiting Holly Manor
Computer Program	Musically Together

Dress                                  
Acceptable daily dress for children is play clothes.  Party clothes may be worn on special occasions.  Our program includes daily outdoor play, weather permitting.  Such items as mittens, coats, hats, and boots should be clearly marked with the child's full name.

Health
Students are required to have immunization shots.  A health form will be provided by the school and must be signed by a doctor and returned to school at the time of enrollment.  

Illnesses and absences should be reported to the school prior to 9:00 AM.  Parents will be notified if their child has been exposed to a contagious disease (e.g., chicken pox, mumps, and German measles).

Conferences
Scheduled Parent-Teacher Conferences are held twice a year:  October and April.  The director and school staff are always available to address your questions and concerns.  

                               

Parental Involvement

HCNS welcomes and appreciates the ongoing support we receive from parents.  Opportunities for involvement include:

• Room Parents
• Field Trip Chaperones and Drivers
• Fundraising Committee
• Social Committee
• Classroom Story Reader
• Nursery School Advisory Council
• Book Club Manager
• Photographer
• Substitute Teaching