Insights from the research studies were applied to the school program and NCRC developed a reputation as a stimulating, supportive and warm environment for young children. Today the Center continues as a non-profit, independent preschool under the direction of a Board of Trustees selected primarily from parents of children attending the school. NCRC is a special place and has always strived to be at the forefront of educational practices. To enrich classroom experiences through field trips, school assemblies, guest performers, care of classroom pets and special activities. Classes are configured to reflect age, balance of gender, special education or physical needs, and ethnic and racial diversity.
Classes are small with low pupil to teacher ratios.
There are two degreed and experienced teachers in each class. All children have an extended play period outdoors each day. In the classroom, activities range from individual self-selected projects to teacher initiated and group activities. Special activities library, music, and a motor program are offered on a weekly basis. Full-day classes have lunch and a rest period.