Wayland School Community Programs
The Children's Way

ENROLLING NOW FOR 2011-12

Contact:
Cheryl Fertig, Director
508-358-7072

About The Children's Way

The Children's Way is located in the Wayland Town Building, and provides early childhood education for children ages two and one-half years through five.  Children of all abilities attend The Children's Way.  Activities, materials, and teaching methods accommodate a wide range of needs.  Specialists in the areas of Speech and Language Pathology, Inclusion, Occupational Therapy, and Physical Therapy are part of the teaching team. Flexible schedules are available, offering 3, 4 or 5 half-or- full-day options. Brochures and additional information can be obtained by calling The Children's Way office at 508-358-7072.

2011-12 Registration. The Children's Way is accepting applications for the 2011-12 academic year. Children may enroll for three, four, or five days. Call 508-358-7072 for information. As of June 2011, there are only a few spots left, so call as soon as possible.

Call 508-358-7072 or

Email:  Kathleen_Defina@Wayland.k12.ma.us

Applications for The Children’s Way are dated and placed on the waiting list based upon the order in which they are received in the TCW office.  If you are interested in applying please click on the following links to print the appropriate application: 

TCW Application 2011-2012

TCW Application 2012-2013

Returning Child-Sibling 2011-2012

There is no fee for this application process. 

Submit completed applications to:

The Children's Way

41 Cochituate Road

Wayland, MA  01778

Overview & Procedures

Thank you for your interest in The Children’s Way. The Children’s Way continues to offer Wayland residents outstanding early childhood programming.  We hope the following information provides a clear overview of our enrollment procedures.  Please don’t hesitate to let us know if you have any questions.

  Click on the following links for further information.

Enrollment Letter & Procedures 11-12

For more information about The Children's Way, click on the link below:

The Children's Way

How do I learn more about The Children's Way?

You can call The Children's Way office at 508-358-7072 or check the website at: http://www.wayland.k12.ma.us/district/district_info/ws_community_prog/tcw.htm.

What age group does the program serve?

The Children’s Way provides early childhood education for children ages two years, six months through five. Children of all abilities attend the program. Activities, materials, and teaching methods accommodate a wide range of needs. Specialists in the areas of Speech and Language Pathology, Inclusion, Occupational Therapy, and Physical Therapy are part of the teaching team.

Is full-day programming available?

Yes, children who are three years old on September 1 may enroll in full-day programming.

How would you describe the curriculum?

The Children’s Way has a developmentally appropriate curriculum that acknowledges and appreciates the developmental level and learning style of each child and provides appropriate opportunities for discovery and growth. Close attention is paid to the process of play in which children make sense of their world and build on their learning and experience. Through play and planned activities the children are able to develop skills, express their creativity, and gain confidence and independence.

          The curriculum reflects the Massachusetts Board of Education Guidelines for Preschool Learning Experiences based on the standards for PreK - K of the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks. These guidelines structure learning through play and meaningful activities in a developmental sequence. They are intended to provide continuity of curriculum from preschool into kindergarten and to ensure that children are provided with “experiences that build broad and balanced foundations for learning in all content areas.”

How is the program administered?

The Children’s Way is operated under the auspices of Wayland School Community Programs, which oversees fee-based programs in the Wayland school district. It is a Wayland Public School district program with a full-time director.

 "PAT'S BOOKS"

BOOK COLLECTION AT TCW TO HONOR

LATE TEACHER PAT FRAZIER

For the late Pat Frazier’s teaching colleagues at The Children’s Way early childhood program, one image of Pat endures.  Passionate about children’s literature, she was often seen with a young child in her lap as they read a story.  “It was one of her greatest joys,” TCW Director Cheryl Fertig recalled recently of the Medfield resident who taught for 12 years in Wayland and passed away this spring.

To honor her love of children and literature, The Children’s Way is rededicating its library in honor of Ms. Frazier. “Pat was a beloved and gifted early childhood teacher who
touched the lives of hundreds of children and families,” Fertig said in explaining the effort to honor her contributions to Wayland’s children. 

“Donations in Pat's memory will be used to purchase an exceptional collection of children's literature that will be named,  "Pat's Books.” The collection will include Pat's favorites, titles recommended by children and families, and teachers' suggestions. “The hope is that "Pat's Books" will grow over the years and be an enduring tribute to Pat,” Fertig said.

Anyone wishing to make a donation to "Pat's Books" may send a check payable to The Children's Way, and write Pat Frazier on the memo line; mail to TCW, 41 Cochituate Rd., Wayland 01778.   If you wish to recommend a book, please include a note with the title. A donation of $15 or more will help purchase hardcover books and a book plate will be put on the inside cover of the book with the name of the donor.   For more information, contact Cheryl Fertig at (508) 358-7072 or Cheryl_Fertig@wayland.k12.ma.us.

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