Our Programs
Central Avenue Bilingual Preschool provides a holistic approach to early childhood
education by working with the whole family through our Early Education and
Parenting programs.
Early Education Program
At-risk children, ages 2.5 to 5
96 students total in 6 classrooms of 16
Part-day program, 5 days a week
High/Scope curriculum
Weekly Bilingual Story Hour
Weekly music and movement program with The Allegro Foundation
Weekly ESL program through the arts
Monthly visits from Wing Haven "Peeps" Program
Field trips arranged by the Parent Educator
Volunteers from Johnson & Wales University
Parent Education Program
Parenting classes (ages and stages, nutrition, health, discipline, etc.)
English as a Second Language (ESL) classes
Basic Math classes
Life skills training, including computer classes
Home visits made by the Staff
Counseling and resource library available at all times
Monthly volunteering required in the preschool classrooms
Parent/faculty/student lunches
Assistance in enrolling in a new school upon graduation
Preparation to participate and succeed in CMS as a parent