Christ Church Nursery School :: Avon Connecticut

The staff and the Board of Directors of Christ Church Nursery School are very happy to welcome your family to our program. We are pleased that you are interested in CCNS. An exceptional learning experience is our priority and it is with great care and commitment that we take our responsibility in lending a hand to help our children grow.

Opened in 1968, Christ Church Nursery School, Inc. (CCNS) is a non-profit, non-sectarian nursery school providing a safe, caring, nurturing environment for young children ages 3 and 4. The curriculum incorporates activities that stimulate the cognitive, verbal, social, artistic, imaginative, emotional, and physical areas of development. This is done by having many hands-on, child-directed, as well as teacher-directed activities.

Most importantly, the children learn through their play. They explore their world through play. Play is children’s work. When children are given the time, encouragement, space, and equipment for play, they learn to solve problems and to develop verbal and social skills.

Our program is designed to provide many opportunities for the preschooler to succeed. Success fosters a sense of initiative as well as positive self-esteem.

We believe that parents are the most important people in a child’s life. With this in mind, our mission is a cooperative relationship between parent and teacher. We encourage parents to feel free to visit and to furnish information that will help their child acclimate to our school. We communicate with parents often through newsletters, informal conversations, and formal conferences. The participation of parents ensures the success of our school.

The success of CCNS is based on the willingness of parents to volunteer their time and efforts to various activities. CCNS is a cooperative school where we believe that both teachers and parents are instrumental in lending a hand to help our children grow. There are many ways in which to get involved with the School.

Board Positions
Room Parents
Workday
Snacks
Parent Helper
Field Trips

Tricia Fryer
Tricia Fryer is Director/Head Teacher at CCNS. Tricia graduated from Teikyo Post University with an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education. Before joining CCNS, she taught and directed for Kindercare Learning Centers Inc. and other smaller daycare centers. Tricia is certified to administer CPR and First Aid. She shows genuine love and care for our children and carefully guides them in working to their full potential. Tricia lives in Bristol with her husband and their three children. We welcome Tricia back for another great year.

Diane McKinstry
Diane McKinstry is Assistant Teacher at CCNS. Diane graduated from the University of New Haven with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology. Before joining CCNS, Diane worked for several years in another nursery school as a permanent substitute and assistant teacher. Diane is certified to administer CPR and First Aid. Diane is a true asset to CCNS as she expertly comforts our children while always encouraging and motivating them to work to their greatest potential. Diane lives in Avon with her husband. We welcome her back for another fantastic year.