Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of school is The Learning Place?

The Learning Place is a developmentally appropriate preschool where your child will be engaged in thematic centered activities that foster their curiosity to learn in a creative, fun learning environment by following the Maine Early Childhood Learning Guidelines.

What are the Maine Early Childhood Learning Guidelines?

The Maine Early Childhood Guidelines reflect current research in early learning aligning itself with the Maine Learning Results adopted for grades K-12. This assures success for Maine students from preschool through high school graduation. These Guidelines are broken into various domains: personal and social development, approaches to learning, creative arts, early language and literacy, health and physical education, mathematics, science, and social studies. The Learning Place utilizes these domains as the foundations for our curriculum.

What is the Maine Roads to Quality Registry?

The Maine Roads to Quality Registry and Career Lattice are the state’s childcare and early education professional recognition system. Registry members receive recognition for their experience working with children and families, their ongoing training, and educational accomplishments in early childhood education or related fields. These practitioners provide safe, nurturing environments in their homes, centers, and classrooms or offer support services to families through community-based agencies committed to quality training and education in early childhood.

Early education refers to the unique body of knowledge necessary to care for and educate young children. It requires knowledge and understanding of the eight content areas outlined below:

 * Child Development                         * Observation and Assessment

  * Healthy, Safe Environments            * Developmentally Appropriate Practice

  * Guidance                                          * Relationships with Families

  * Individual and Cultural Diversity    * Business and Professional Development

Georgeann Tudisco M.Ed. has been honored by receiving recognition as a Level 8 professional teacher; this is the highest level awarded in the state.

What ages does The Learning Place accept?

Our preschool program begins at three years old; with most of our children attending for two years before going to kindergarten. In the afternoons children in grades K-6 can take the bus from the elementary school for our afternoon session, which includes homework help.

What are your hours?

Early drop off is 7:30am with preschool beginning at 9am, until 12pm. Extended day options are available from 12pm – 3pm or 12pm – 5:30pm. Our school-age program is from 3:15pm until 5:30pm.

Does The Learning Place have parent-teacher conferences?

Yes, as part of our ongoing assessments which are done through observations and sampling of student projects in the eight domain areas we will meet with the parents at least twice a year. At this time we share your child’s successes and progress made using student portfolios. As a parent/teacher team we will work together to develop an ongoing individual educational plan based on your child’s strengths, learning style and interests. This becomes the focus of future learning opportunities.

What is the policy for school vacations and snow days?

The Learning Place follows the Wells/Ogunquit (CSD#18) vacation and snow cancellation policies.

How do I register my child?

To register, please call 207-646-3822 or email thelearningplacewells@gmail.com to schedule a visit to our wonderful center. This gives you and your child an opportunity to observe a child’s typical day, meet our staff, and ask questions.

Is there a registration fee?

To ensure there is a spot for your child there is a non-refundable deposit of $45.

Is there a waiting list for enrollment?

To keep our ratios low of 1 teacher to 8 children enrollment slots are limited and fill up fast. We recommend registration 6 months to a year before your child begins to avoid having your child be on a waiting list.

Does my child need to be potty-trained?

Your child does not need to be trained to register, but will need to be well on their way (except for occasional accidents) to begin.