Cornerstone School Of Summit

"Building a foundation for life," Cornerstone School believes that early childhood education is so much more than learning letters and numbers.
The Cornerstone experience promotes the social, emotional, and cognitive development of the whole child through an engaging curriculum that ignites curiosity, inspires creativity, and promotes character.
All programs follow the New Jersey Teaching and Learning Expectations for pre-schools.
Cornerstone's bright and lively classrooms create a space where children experiment with an array of developmentally appropriate and open-ended materials that inspire creativity and collaboration.
An experienced staff of teacher's promote individual student learning in academic areas, but also know that children's social/emotional and physical development are important for later school success.
A low teacher-student ratio allows for just the right amount of individual instruction during the class day.
Cornerstone also strives to strengthen and support the home-school connection through social events, flexible program options, and a variety of other ways to keep families involved.
Full and half day programs are available for your convenience, as well as program and tuition options designed to meet your financial needs.
Early drop-off and aftercare are offered as well.  Call or visit them online today to discover the cornerstone of your child's early learning experiences.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 74 students
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 24
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
2009
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details

Student Body

Total Students
74 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
16%
Average Class Size
14 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jan. 24
Tuition Notes
Tuition rates depend on the program.
Summer Program Cost Notes
Camp costs depend on the number of sessions enrolled.

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Stem science & lego engineering

Arts and Music Programs:
Acting, Art Classes, Music Class

School Notes

  • Cornerstone provides program and tuition options that meet families` needs from 9-1 we also offer early drop-off beginning at 8:00 am and after-care until 5:00 pm. All of our programs follow the New Jersey Teaching & Learning Expectations for Preschools. We offer a play-based curriculum that inspires children to become lifelong learners using the Creative Curriculum.
  • Children learn about themselves and the world around them through interactions with peers and adults. At Cornerstone, children are encouraged to pursue their own interests while introducing new concepts and materials using the Creative Curriculum.
  • The classroom community is a doorway to the globalcommunity as children gain experience with other cultures and traditions through stories, songs, and cooperative activities.
  • Cornerstone is a place where all families are respected, and the breadth of our collective experience is honored. Cornerstone teachers are skilled in using a play-based, developmentally appropriate approach to early education. Classrooms and materials are invitations to play, as play is how children learn.
  • Programs include:
    • Foundations - 2 1/2 & 3 years old. Children must be two and a half years old by September 1st. The Foundations class is perfect for children just starting school. A play-based curriculum lets children explore various interest areas, including art, literature, blocks, sand and water play, music, and dramatic play.
    • Preschool - Children must be 3 years old by September 30th. The Preschool class is geared toward children who are ready for "a little more." Open-ended materials, walking field trips, and an interactive curriculum bring learning to life for inquisitive minds. Increasing language development and social skills are a focus in this class.
    • Pre-K -Children must be four years old by September 30th. Our Pre-K class fosters student creativity, independence, and social development. This is accomplished through age-appropriate opportunities to practice self-reliance and self-regulation skills. The class day is structured to include activities geared toward independent learning and small and large group instruction. In Pre-K, we believe that a socially prepared student will flourish in kindergarten, benefiting from open-ended exploration, academic exposure, and positive social interactions.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Cornerstone School Of Summit offer a summer program?
Yes, Cornerstone School Of Summit offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for Cornerstone School Of Summit?
The application deadline for Cornerstone School Of Summit is Jan. 24.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 74 students
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 24
  • Source: Verified school update

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