About Us

About Joyful Noises Preschool

Joyful Noises is a non-denominational preschool offering programs for children ages 15 months through 7 years of age. We are open Monday through Friday from 7:30 am-5:00 pm (summer hours may vary). Our most popular programs are 8:30-4:30 and 8:30-12:30, and families may enroll from 2-5 days. Extended hours are available and customized to the families' needs. We have four beautiful classrooms for children of the following ages: Toddlers - starting with our youngest 15-month-olds, Preschool 1 is a transition room for our oldest toddlers up to 3 years of age, Preschool 2 for the three-going-on-four-year-olds, and Pre-Kindergarten for children 4 years and older and not eligible for Kindergarten. These ages may vary by a few months based on the developmental needs and levels of children and groups.

Philosophy

Joyful Noises Preschool is a non-denominational preschool, serving as a ministry of the Congregational Church of Topsfield (U.C.C.). We instill Christian values and embrace the diversity, individuality and uniqueness of all children and families. Our enriching curriculum, genuine interactions and guided play opportunities develop the whole child, physically, socially, emotionally, cognitively, creatively, academically and spiritually through a developmentally appropriate curriculum.

We encourage creativity, curiosity, and exploration through hands-on activities allowing each child to develop individually at their own unique pace.

We provide care and education to all children regardless of their race, religion, cultural heritage, political beliefs, disabilities, national origin, sexual orientation, family systems and marital status.

We provide an opportunity for every child to develop at his or her own unique pace:

Physically: to develop the whole-child, their small and large muscles, their overall healthy growing bodies

Socially: to be able to play, communicate, cooperate, and negotiate with others of all culturally diverse backgrounds and abilities.

Emotionally: to develop confidence to express and understand oneself, through the development of a positive self-image.

Cognitively: to learn skills and apply knowledge for personal success, academic success, and to become contributing members to society.

Creatively: to explore and express oneself in open-ended, hands-on mediums, visually, dramatically, or linguistically.

Academically: to recognize, use, and interact with: language, literacy, science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM), all through developmentally appropriate practices and curriculum.

Spiritually: we foster sound Christian values throughout our programs.

Goals for Children:

To learn social skills, problem solving skills, communication skills and cooperation.

To learn respect for everyone's individuality and special needs, to accept and show kindness to all and to treat others as we would want to be treated.

To learn in a safe, stimulating environment in which they can develop and use sound health and safety and nutritional practices

To have fun, to be able to learn through play and make Joyful Noises!

Important Information:

Fully licensed by The Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC)
Staff members are EEC certified educators trained in First Aid and CPR.
Teachers are sensitive to each child's need for love, understanding and respect.
Childcare open year-round, except for the Christmas and Fourth of July weeks, Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Interesting and fun summer programs available.
A variety of preschool schedules to meet your specific needs.
Conveniently located off of route 97, minutes from routes 1 and 95.

Meet Our Teachers

Ms. Becky

Toddler Lead Teacher

I have an associates degree in Early Childhood Education and a certificate in Infant and Toddler care from North Shore Community College....see more

Ms. Erica

Preschool 2 Lead Teacher

Erica has 4+ years of experience working as a preschool teacher, as well as her BA in Early Education and Care from Salem State University. see more

Ms. Pattie

PreK Lead Teacher

I have been in the field of Early Childhood for over 35 years, working with Infants, Toddlers and Pre-K during those years...see more

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We will answer all of your questions and give you a tour of the facilities. You will immediately fall in love with our sunny rooms, safe toys, and fenced in play yard. Call (978) 848-2018 to find out about enrollment, family rates, discounts, and program availability.

What Our Families Say

“Having had three children at Joyful Noises Preschool, in every age class room, we can confidently say that this school cares deeply about the well-being of our children. The center is clean, the teachers are top notch, and the staff go above and beyond to make sure our kids enjoy school! The emphasis on not only academics, but outdoor time, social emotional development, and independence skills has been the perfect balance to foster happy, kind and capable kids!”