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Deciding to send your toddler to preschool and where to send them can be a daunting process. In Mendham, there are five very good preschool programs to choose from and it is my goal to educate you on each of them so you can make an informed decision and feel comfortable in choosing the best program for you and your child. As a mother of four, I have had a lot of experience with children and various preschool environments and hope to pass on some of that knowledge to you.

Hilltop Christian Nursery School (HCNS) is a preschool program that has been in operation since 1994 through The First Presbyterian Church of Mendham. It is licensed with the State of New Jersey and each class has one state certified teacher and an assistant. It was created out of the ‘desire to provide the community’s children with a strong educational foundation enriched by Christian values’. HCNS offers programs for 2 ½, 3, and 4-year olds in either a morning session or an afternoon session. For 3 and 4-year olds, there is an opportunity to participate in Lunch Bunch, where the child brings lunch and eats with their friends at school. HCNS offers many additional activities as part of their program, such as a Halloween Parade, Thanksgiving Feast, PJ Pancake Party, Donuts with Dad, Christmas Pageant, Computer Program, Musically Together as well as various field trips throughout the year in and around town. There are plenty of opportunities for parent involvement as well. HCNS has a wonderful playground and is conveniently located right next to Hilltop Elementary School in the heart of town, which makes pick up and drop off so easy.

For more information, contact the Director, Rhona Buzbee, at 973-543-0054.

Posted by:Nicole Atorino