Cambridge Preschool of the Arts
When we opened our doors in 2016, we chose a Reggio-Emilia inspired approach. Reggio believes that, "The child has a hundred languages, a hundred hands, a hundred thoughts, a hundred ways of thinking, of playing, of speaking."
Overview
Overview Our school is built on the belief that the earliest events in a child's life are the most formative and critic
Core ValuesWhen we opened our doors in 2016, we chose a Reggio-Emilia inspired approach. Reggio believes that, "The childOur TeamSchool Leadership Elkie Zarchi Head of School Alissa Muzin Director of Child Development Kathryn Martin Associ
What Parents Are Saying"My wife and I are, quite literally, in tears about writing this letter. We’re so unbelievably grateful for thInfant
Infant Program: 6-14 MonthsWe are committed to working alongside parents to support their child’s first educational journey. Our exceptio
Toddler Program: 15 Months - 2.8 YearsIn our Toddler Program, children dive into an engaging, hands-on learning experience designed to match the inc
Preschool Program: 2.9 - 4 Years OldOur preschoolers are poised to take exciting steps forward in their learning journey. As they build stronger f
Pre-K Program: 4 Years OldCambridge Preschool of the Arts is a proud partner of Cambridge Public Schools (CPS) which provides Tuition-FrPOTA Lower SchoolPOTA is beginning the next chapter of our work with the launch of the POTA Lower School, opening in Fall 2026 JUDAfterschoolAt JUDA we strongly believe in fostering children’s natural curiosity as a means to inspired learning. ThroughApplication Process
Application ProcessCambridge Preschool of the Arts (POTA) welcomes children from six months through five years of age. We know th
TuitionEnrollment at Cambridge Preschool of the Arts is either for the full-year program (September-August) or the acFinancial AidAt Cambridge Preschool of the Arts, we are committed to providing each child with a top-notch education. In thCambridge Preschool Program Universal Pre-KCambridge Preschool of the Arts is proud to partner with Cambridge Preschool Program to bring Universal Pre-K
TuitionEnrollment at Cambridge Preschool of the Arts is either for the full-year program (September-August) or the acFinancial AidAt Cambridge Preschool of the Arts, we are committed to providing each child with a top-notch education. In thCambridge Preschool Program Universal Pre-KCambridge Preschool of the Arts is proud to partner with Cambridge Preschool Program to bring Universal Pre-K All Locations
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SupportCambridge Preschool of the Arts cherishes each child and is always looking for ways to make our exceptional lePOTA Art ShowThe POTA Art Show is a wonderful opportunity to come together and celebrate our special community. Each POTA cPOTA Security FundThis fund will allow Cambridge Preschool of the Arts to continue providing security at our centers, ensuring tAlso on their site
POTA Lower School Club Info Fall 2026Please note: If already signed up for Extended Day on the afternoon of a certain club, your child may participReggio Emilia-Inspired Approach Loris Malaguzzi, founder of the Reggio approach, wrote, “There are three teachers of children: adults, other c
Welcome to Cambridge Preschool of the Arts!As a Reggio Emilia-influenced Jewish preschool, we are committed to building a strong educational foundation fWelcome to Tamim Academy of CambridgeGuided by leading educators and enriched by the spirit of community, Tamim Academy prepares students for purpoPOTA Mystery Reader ProgramHello, POTA Families and Friends! Each year, we invite the special adults in our students' lives to come visitReservationsA Three-Part Parenting Discussion Group with Morah ElkieWeekly SpecialistsMorah Eliane guides POTA friends through different variation techniques in clay, exploring its qualities and lPurchase POTA Art Greeting CardsPOTA Parent LeadershipPrue Clifford, Hilary Rasmussen, and Sara YoffePOTA Preschool AdmissionsWelcome to the Cambridge Preschool of the Arts Admissions portal.Application TimelineRe-enrollment, and applications for siblings of current or alumni families is due by January 18, 2021.Music & Movement“We Are The Dinosaurs”- Laurie Berkner BandLower School TuitionEnrollment at the POTA Lower School is for the full academic year (September-June), with a daily schedule of 8POTA AT HOMEWe are sad not to see each other in person today. But we are a strong community and family that is forever conNURTURING CURIOSITY. BUILDING COMMUNITY.Serving children 6 months–5 years in Cambridge.POTA Office & Outdoor ClassroomPOTA Harvard Square is a close-knit community whose center is steps from the geese on the Charles River, neighMisc. Greeting CardEach set of 12 notecards features the class art project from your child's Art Show piece focused on community.VideosPOTA 2024 OPEN HOUSESExperience POTA in action! Feel free to choose a date that works for you, regardless of which location you're COVID-19 Tuition Relief FundPOTA COVID-19 Relief Fund supports POTA families severely impacted by this crisis. All contributions will go d