Mission

Monona Grove Nursery School strives to develop life-long learning skills in young children in a safe, comfortable, relaxed, age-appropriate, play-based learning environment enhanced by active parent participation.

Philosophy

The underlying philosophy of our program at Monona Grove Nursery School is that young children learn best through play in a relaxed environment. Children are accepted as individuals with individual abilities and interests allowing for the development of a positive self-concept.

Articles

Below are links to articles that support our teaching philosophy:

Why We Should Take Play Seriously

Playful Learning

Young Children Learn Through Play

Language Heard in Preschool Linked to Later Reading