Primary School (Preschool 2 - Kindergarten)
Preschool and Kindergarten at Westfield Friends School: Joy, Light, Discovery
Preschool 2 through Kindergarten in Cinnaminson, New Jersey
A child’s earliest school experiences shape how they approach learning, relationships, and the world around them. At Westfield Friends School, our Primary School program for Preschool 2 through Kindergarten provides a joyful and thoughtful beginning grounded in Quaker values, experiential learning, creativity, and a strong sense of community.
Located in Cinnaminson, New Jersey, Westfield Friends School serves families throughout Burlington County and the surrounding South Jersey region who are seeking a progressive, private preschool and kindergarten experience.
A Joyful Start to Lifelong Learning
In our Primary School classrooms, learning grows from curiosity and play. Children engage in hands-on experiences that encourage exploration, creativity, and collaboration. Teachers design developmentally appropriate activities that build language skills, early literacy and numeracy, independence, and confidence, while honoring each child’s pace, interests, and the unique Light they bring to our community.
Quaker educational practice emphasizes child-centered learning and reflection. At Westfield Friends, this means children are encouraged to ask questions, share ideas, and learn through meaningful experiences rather than rote instruction.
Experienced Teachers and Purposeful Learning Environments
Our preschool and kindergarten teachers are experienced educators who approach their work with care, intention, and a commitment to professional growth. They observe closely and listen carefully, seeking to nurture and recognize the Light in every child while creating responsive classroom environments that support academic, social, and emotional development.
Classes are located across three historic buildings filled with natural light and designed with warm, natural materials. These spaces help children feel calm, safe, and ready to learn.
Place-Based Learning in South Jersey
Place-based education is woven into the Primary School experience. Children learn about their South Jersey surroundings through outdoor exploration, seasonal observation, and age-appropriate connections to their community. This approach helps children develop a sense of belonging and an early understanding of their role within a larger world.
Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten classes are located in the Main Building, offering young students opportunities to feel part of the larger school community while still receiving the focused support they need.
Outdoor Play and Physical Development
Outdoor play is an essential part of learning in the early years. Westfield Friends offers three distinct outdoor play yards that provide space to run, climb, build, imagine, and collaborate. Daily outdoor time supports physical development, problem-solving, and social connection.
A Community That Grows Together
Many Westfield Friends students begin their education in Preschool and continue through eighth grade. This continuity allows children and families to build long-lasting relationships within a stable and supportive school community. Students grow with a shared understanding of the school’s values and a deep sense of belonging.
Flexible Scheduling and Year-Round Options
Westfield Friends School offers early morning drop off and extended care until 5:30 p.m. to support working families. Full-year programming is available, including a Summer Camp for children ages three through eight, designed to keep learning active and engaging throughout the summer months.
Grow With Joy. Grow With Us.
At Westfield Friends School, Primary School is about more than readiness for the next grade. It is the beginning of a lifelong relationship with learning, community, and moral growth. Children leave our Preschool and Kindergarten programs carrying their own sense of positive, loving energy into the world, confident, curious, and ready to continue their journey.
