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St. Mark’s Preschool is affiliated with St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Mendham. In operation since 2000, it is their goal to ‘support the development of each child within the Christian faith, offering a curriculum to help them grow into socially, emotionally and spiritually whole people.’ Classes are offered for 2 ½, 3 and 4-year olds in morning sessions or afternoon sessions.

St. Mark’s also offers a Pre-K program for children who turn 5 by the end of October and miss the kindergarten cut off. It is academically based and a great prep for the kindergarten curriculum yet still offers a very nurturing, faith-based environment.

St. Mark’s prides itself on their low student-teacher ratio, with a teacher and assistant in each class. Various enrichment activities are offered in addition to the program, such as; Little Scientist, Kiddie Soccer, Music and Art and the kids love them! The kids also participate in a Thanksgiving feast, Christmas pageant and many local field trips.

The Parents Council is very active and for those parents that want to be more involved in the school and make some new friends! St. Mark’s offers a Lunch and Extended Day Program for the 3 and 4 year olds. My daughter is enrolled in an afternoon session but often enjoys going in for lunch at 11:30. When I need it, I can drop her off at 9 for the morning extended day, she then stays for lunch, goes to her afternoon class and is picked up at 3.

St. Mark’s is located at 11 East Main Street in Mendham. For more information, contact the Director, Caryl Merchiemer at 973-543-7000, or click on the link above.

Posted by:Nicole Atorino