named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
KinderCamp
Summer camp for children ages 2–3 featuring outdoor play, creative projects, music, and storytime to support early learning and independence
Nursery
Program for 3-year-olds that encourages independence, language development, and imaginative learning through thematic units, outdoor play, and weekly Spanish classes
Play Group
Flexible enrollment program for 2-year-olds introducing social skills, language, and fine motor development through structured play, stories, and outdoor activities
Pre-Kindergarten
Full-week program for 4-year-olds focusing on academic readiness, social-emotional development, and cultural awareness through thematic learning, Spanish classes, and hands-on projects
Tree Fort Camp
Summer camp for children ages 4–6 that combines outdoor adventures, art, science activities, soccer, and teamwork to foster curiosity and confidence
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Early Childhood Education & Development Programs 1 activity
- Developmental support through structured classroom environments and field tripsOperates educational facilities with dedicated spaces for outdoor play, art, music, cooking, and physical activity, and conducts field trips to nature trails, museums, and community spaces using DOT-compliant school buses. These environments and experiences are designed to promote holistic development, including motor skills, sensory exploration, and community engagement.
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Play-Based Early Childhood Education 1 activity
- Early childhood education program for children ages 2 to 4Provides high-quality, play-based early childhood education focused on developing cognitive, motor, social, and language skills in children ages 2 to 4. The curriculum fosters curiosity, self-expression, and positive attitudes toward learning through age-appropriate classroom activities, storytelling, songs, dramatic play, and hands-on exploration in art, music, cooking, and science.
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Summer and Seasonal Reading Programs 1 activity
- Literacy and creative expression eventsHosts annual events such as the “Publisher’s Party” to celebrate children’s literacy development through book creation and concludes a month-long study of Eric Carle books each March with a class performance of The Very Hungry Caterpillar, integrating creative expression into the curriculum.
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CACFP Meal Service and Administration 1 activity
- Nutrition support through provision of healthy snacksProvides daily healthy, nutritionally balanced snacks to support children's physical development and learning readiness as part of the regular educational program.
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Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
- Summer camp programs for children ages 2–6Offers summer camp programs for children ages 2–6, including KinderCamp for younger children and an older program focused on outdoor games, art, science, and field day activities. Activities are designed to support continued learning, movement, social development, and confidence-building during the summer months, with specialized offerings such as weekly soccer instruction through a partnership with Super Soccer Stars.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$402K
Contributions & grants$80K20%
Program service revenue$322K80%
Investment income$20%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$353K
Program expenses99%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$263K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$212K
Cash$212K
Investments$0
Liabilities$6K
Net assets$206K
Liquid reserves7.2 mo
2 years on record · 2023–2024 · YoY revenue -6.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| M KATHRYN BISHOP | TRUSTEE | 40 | $27K |
board members · 4
- CAROL GILBERT LYNCH — TRUSTEE
- STEPHANIE THAYER — TRUSTEE
- TIM BURKE — TRUSTEE
- VIRGINIA MCGOVERN — TRUSTEE
relationships · 3
Who they work with
- Department of Transportation Government — Uses DOT-compliant school buses for field trips.
- Super Soccer Stars Partner — Provides soccer instruction for campers on Wednesdays.
- The Children’s School Government — Receives payments and manages enrollment for educational services
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Developmental and Experiential Learning Approachmethodology: developmental_approachBy aligning educational activities with children’s developmental stages and emphasizing real-world, hands-on experiences, we support authentic learning and growth because experiential engagement deepens understanding and retention in early childhood.
- Family Partnership in Child Developmentmethodology: family_partnershipBy actively engaging families in the learning process, we strengthen children's development because family involvement creates continuity between school and home, reinforcing learning and emotional security.
- Play-Based Learning for Holistic Developmentmethodology: play_based_learningBy using play as the primary mode of learning, we foster holistic child development across social, emotional, physical, and intellectual domains because meaningful play meets children at their individual developmental level and nurtures curiosity, independence, and confidence.