MARY O'MALLEY CHAPS ACADEMY
The Mary O'Malley CHAPS Academy provides high-quality early childhood education and care for children aged 12 weeks to 5 years. With 16 thoughtfully designed classrooms tailored to the needs of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, the Academy offers a safe and stimulating environment where young learners can grow, explore, and thrive.
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Regulated by the Department of Early Education and Care (EEC), the Academy maintains proper child-to-teacher ratios to ensure individualized attention and support for every child. The program emphasizes a warm, responsive setting where children are encouraged to build confidence, curiosity, and a love for learning.
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The Academy features age-specific outdoor playgrounds that allow children to play and explore in areas designed to meet their developmental needs. These spaces promote physical activity, social interaction, and imaginative play in a safe and engaging environment.
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Additionally, the Academy offers an indoor play space where children can engage in active play regardless of the weather. Designed to encourage movement, coordination, and social interaction, this space provides a safe and fun environment for children to explore, develop gross motor skills, and enjoy playtime with their peers.
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In addition to fostering social, emotional, and cognitive development, the Academy prioritizes age-appropriate learning experiences that promote creativity, problem-solving, and early foundational skills. By partnering with families and maintaining open communication, the Academy aims to create a community of care and collaboration that supports every child's unique developmental journey.
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Infants
The infant program at Mary O'Malley CHAPS Academy provides nurturing, high-quality care for children aged 12 weeks to 15 months. This program focuses on supporting infants' physical, cognitive, and emotional development in a safe and stimulating environment.
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Caregivers are experienced and dedicated, offering individualized attention to foster secure attachments and promote growth.
Through early communication, sensory exploration, and bonding, infants are encouraged to reach important developmental milestones while feeling safe and supported.
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Toddlers
The Toddler Program at Mary O'Malley CHAPS Academy provides a safe and engaging environment for children aged 15 months to 2 years and 9 months to explore, learn, and grow. The program focuses on fostering social and emotional development, language acquisition, and motor skills through age-appropriate, play-based activities.
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Guided by caring and attentive educators, toddlers are encouraged to build independence, express curiosity, and develop early problem-solving skills. This supportive and stimulating environment helps young learners navigate key developmental milestones with confidence.
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Preschool
The Preschool Program at Mary O'Malley CHAPS Academy is designed to provide children aged 2 years and 9 months to kindergarten age with a strong foundation for lifelong learning in a nurturing and stimulating environment.
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This program emphasizes the development of key skills, including early literacy, numeracy, social and emotional growth, and fine motor abilities. Through a combination of play and structured activities, preschoolers are prepared to confidently transition into the next stage of their educational journey.