New Fairfield Bright Beginning
School Notes Overview:
New Fairfield Bright Beginnings began in New Fairfield, CT in 1980 as Mary’s Learning Center. Owner Mary Arnold created a loving, child centered environment in her home where families had peace of mind knowing their children had the best possible care. New Fairfield Bright Beginnings was founded on the philosophy that children thrive in a safe, loving and home-like environment. Both the physical well-being and emotional development of children is greatly influenced by these factors. Our primary goal is providing families with quality childcare in a warm, safe happy environment – a place where you can leave your child, confident that he or she is receiving outstanding care and enjoying a positive, stimulating learning experience. ...
School Overview:
New Fairfield Bright Beginning |
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| School Type | Early Childhood / Day Care | |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian | |
| Grades Offered | Grades Nursery/Preschool - Prekindergarten | |
| County | Fairfield County, CT | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 191 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
This School |
(CT) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 10% | 19% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Nursery - 12 students | ||
| Pre-K - 150 students | ||
| Kind - 29 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 1 teachers | |
| Average Class Size | 10 | |
| Classroom dress code | Casual | |
This School |
(CT) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:179 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 358 days | 180 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 11 hours | 6 hours |
| Finances and Admission | ||
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling | |
| Tuition Notes | depends on program | |
| Acceptance Rate | 99% | |
| Head of School | Mary Arnold | |
| Admissions Director | Susan Hamilton | |
| Admissions Associate | Anne Marie Manz | |
School Notes:
- New Fairfield Bright Beginnings began in New Fairfield, CT in 1980 as Mary’s Learning Center. Owner Mary Arnold created a loving, child centered environment in her home where families had peace of mind knowing their children had the best possible care. New Fairfield Bright Beginnings was founded on the philosophy that children thrive in a safe, loving and home-like environment. Both the physical well-being and emotional development of children is greatly influenced by these factors. Our primary goal is providing families with quality childcare in a warm, safe happy environment – a place where you can leave your child, confident that he or she is receiving outstanding care and enjoying a positive, stimulating learning experience.
- Profile last updated: 03/17/2009
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (06812) | School Zip (06812) |
(CT) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 13,951 people | 3,405,565 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 48% | 41% |
| Population Average Age | 37 years old | 37 years old |
| Average Household size | 3.0 persons | 2.4 persons |
| Median Household Income | $84,375 | $56,323 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 6.8 rooms | 5.6 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 41 years old | 48 years old |
| Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (06812) |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 93% / 7% | 64% / 36% |
School Map:
Nearby Schools:
- Kindercare Learning Center 755 - 19 students - 3.2 mi. away - view location
- St Gregory The Great School - 303 students - 3.5 mi. away - view location
- Montessori Community School At Brookfield - 28 students - 4.3 mi. away - view location
- St. Joseph Elementary School - 207 students - 4.4 mi. away - view location
- Country Kids Club - 73 students - 4.4 mi. away - view location
View all schools in: New Fairfield, Fairfield County, Zip 06812
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