Fiddlehead Art and Science Center

25 Shaker Rd
Gray, ME 04039

Our FiddlestArts program brings the best practices of our Reggio inspired philosphy into a loving a nuerturing enviroment that encourages children to be curious and want learn.

Content areas are woven into our day using an integrated curriculum.

At the heart of our program is the creation of a peaceful and caring classroom where children feel safe and secure to express themselves and investigate the world around them.

Plenty of outdoor time fosters a deep and meaningful relationship with the natural world.

A strong emphasis on the visual arts as a means of expression from our Reggio inspired approach is continued throughout the kindergarten year.

Quick Stats (2022)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Nursery/Preschool
Students: 22 students
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling

School Overview

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool

Year Founded

2002

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

22 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

3 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 13:1

Average Class Size

10 students

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Kimberly Allen

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

4 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Arts and Music Programs:
Choir/Chorus, Private Music Lessons, Theater Classes, Yoga

School Notes

Our Early Childhood programs focus on the foundational needs of growing children from ages 3-5 years old. If you are looking for affordable, quality alternative educational programs for your child, please visit our website and call our center to schedule a tour.
We are a community where children, teachers, and families learn together in a nurturing environment. We honor children's curiosities, interests and unique capabilities to encourage and open the door to life-long learning. We are inspired by the Reggio Emillia Philosphy which supports the idea that children communicate their thinking and problem solving through interactions and relationships with each other and materials.
Our thoughtful, interactive classrooms are abundant with accessible art supplies, as well as recycled and open-ended materials all tools that support development and expression. We believe that open play, rich in imagination, is at the heart of learning and is essential to a child's healthy development and growth. We strive to support and extend open imaginative play, through environment, materials, dialogue and collaboration.
We establish a grounding in environmental awareness through observation, nature exploration, outdoor class time and recycling. Our outdoor space is simple, allowing room to run and imaginations to be active. Unique to our programs are access to an art studio, dance room, and music room, allowing us to work with small groups of children in each area. We can also view the variety of art exhibited in the courtyard.

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