The West Orange Community House and Boys & Girls Club
Daycare & Preschool Program
WELCOME TO THE WEST ORANGE BUILDING BLOCKS ACADEMY
WELCOME TO OUR PRESCHOOL WEBSITE.
OUR PRESCHOOL HAS SERVED THOUSANDS OF CHILDREN THROUGHOUT OUT 100 YEAR HISTORY.
Facility
We are very fortunate to have large sunlit classrooms, a 3000 square foot enclosed playground and over one acre of grassy play areas. We have a 3000 square foot indoor gymnasium/gross motor skills area that is used during inclement weather.
We are also partnered with the town of West Orange to offer free childcare to residents. We also run before and after care for those classes.
Educational Philosophy
During the early years, the development of children is unprecedented. We believe that children will construct knowledge through opportunity to discover for themselves and practice "hands on skills" in classroom situations. Self discovery is important because it gives children the opportunity to study things that are important and purposeful in their lives. By allowing children to learn using their own interests fosters motivation and stimulation. We believe that children who experience these two emotions will develop a strong sense of self esteem and desire to succeed.
Other
We are also very thankful to PNC Bank for their ongoing support to help continue to bring technology to our preschool children.