The Acton Public Schools Preschool opened in September 1994. We provide a local, inclusive, standards-based, learning environment for young children. Some children learn in a typical manner and others have special education needs. This is a developmentally-based early childhood program that provides each child with the opportunity to learn and grow at his or her own pace. It is a fun place to play and learn for all children involved! We encourage and welcome parent involvement.

  All children can be successful.
  All children can learn and develop.
  All children learn and develop at their own pace given their unique learning styles.
  All children learn through active exploration of their environments.
  All children learn through interaction with peers and adults.
  All children need a nurturing, predictable environment in which to grow and learn.
  Play is the foundation of a child's learning and development.
  All children learn best in an "inclusive", child-centered, developmentally appropriate environment.
  The role of adults is to support and facilitate each child's learning.

The Acton Public Schools Early Childhood Services include:

  Observations, consultations and preschool screenings.
  Evaluations.
  Direct service and consultation to meet the educational needs of individual children.
  Comprehensive Preschool Program; APS Preschool
  Program for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
  Preparation and assistance with transition to Acton Public School Programs.
  Consultation with parents and staff working with children in area preschools.
  Collaboration with others serving young children and their families through the Acton/Boxborough/Littleton Early Childhood Advisory Council, First Connections, and Minute Man Early Intervention Program.
  Referral, consultation and monitoring of schools and other agencies that provide services to young children with special needs, as necessary.

All children of preschool age will participate fully in a learning environment within their community.

The Preschool is a program of the Acton Public Schools and follows the Acton Public Schools calendar.

Carol Huebner
Early Childhood Coordinator
chuebner@mail.ab.mec.edu

APS Preschool
The Administration Building
15 Charter Road
Acton, MA 01720
978 264-4700 x 3268