The Play School Pre-K Learning Center
203-239-2799 / director@theplayschoolnorthhaven.org
Wendy Civitello, Director - 203-233-5674
Still accepting applications for the 2026-27 program year
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Still accepting applications for the 2026-27 program year 〰️
About Us:
The Play School Pre-K Learning Center is a state-licensed, non-profit, non-religious preschool, sponsored by and located at St. John’s Episcopal Church, serving families in our community for over 70 years.
At The Play School we provide:
a loving and safe environment for learning and social interaction
comprehensive thematic curriculum designed for Kindergarten Readiness preparation
promotes growth and development socially, emotionally, physically, intellectually, and morally
unique facility utilizing a main classroom with five learning/play centers, project room, resting room, bike-riding room, and fenced-in outdoor playground
“We couldn’t be happier with our experience at The Play School! The teachers are incredibly kind, welcoming, and truly care about each child. They take the time to meet every kiddo where they are, creating a nurturing environment where children can thrive. The bright, colorful classrooms, creative art projects, and memorable concerts make every day and every milestone so special.””
Our Staff
Our Director, Wendy Civitello
Wendy has been a teacher since 2003, and has been the Director since 2021. She has twin boys, Jameson and Joseph, and a dog named Willow. Favorite family activities include hiking, ice cream dates, watching fireworks, and road trips.
Ms. Anna - Teacher
Ms. Anna has been a teacher at the
Play School since 2021. She has 3 children - ages 14, 12, and 10 - and a 3-year-old Goldendoodle named Winnie. Favorite family activities are doing puzzles, and being outside and taking hikes.
Ms. Kristin - Teacher
This will be Ms. Kristin’s first year at the Play School. She has over 20 years of experience caring for children. A resident of North Haven, she is married, and has one dog, two fish, and four children ages 3-10. “Thank you for entrusting me with the care of your children. I can’t wait to get to know them!”
Our Programs
Tuesdays and Thursdays are for the 3’s!
8:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. with lunch
This program is designed to provide initial “transfer of trust” to a loving and nurturing experienced staff in a formal school setting.
We emphasize early socialization skills, cooperative play and structure.
Meeting time/circle time, music, story time, arts and crafts, cutting, painting, gluing, etc.
Mondays-Wednesdays-Fridays are for our 4’s and 5’s Pre-K Class!
Half day: 8:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. with lunch
OR Full day: 8:15 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.
**New options for 4’s & 5’s: M-F 1/2 day OR combination of full and 1/2 days for more hours; ask the director for more information**
Social Skills: cooperative play, dramatic play, interactive play, negotiation skills, conflict resolution, building & construction play
Comprehensive Pre-K Skill Building: letters & numbers, colors, rhyming & opposites, sequence & patterns, mazes, dot to dots, name writing, drawing, self-awareness, independence, science fun, math concepts, listening skills/comprehension, language development, creative artistic expression.
Calendar:
The Play School calendar operates on a nine-month school calendar beginning just after Labor Day and finishing the end of May. We observe North Haven Public School vacations and holidays.
Tuition:
A $75 application fee is required upon enrollment and one month’s security deposit. The remaining eight tuition payments are due by the 1st of each month (Sept-April).