Sunshine Preschool
One of the most crucial factors predicting an individual’s success is the quality of early education they have received.
Monday – Friday
8:30 am – 5:30 pm
Late August – June*
*Please see the Sunshine in the Summer page to learn about our summer program
Come grow with us
SUNSHINE PRESCHOOL is our state-licensed preschool program for children two years nine months to kindergarten-ready. Sunshine strives to provide a solid educational foundation for our students while ensuring the program is financially accessible and available during optimal hours for working families. Sunshine Preschool runs Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 5:30pm.
Children learn through play in this fun and hands-on educational environment. Activities include art, crafts, creative movement, dramatic play, storytime, songs, gym, outdoor activities, and our splash playground. Sunshine’s philosophy encourages learning in a safe, warm, and accepting environment.
We offer an atmosphere that enables children to respect themselves and others. Through creative experiences, we enhance the child’s ability to socialize with others, make clever use of materials available, promote self-expression and foster cognitive development. Our goal is to provide a high-quality educational program and environment where children can further develop a positive self-concept that fosters their creativity and strengthens their joy of learning.
All enrollees in our Education & Childcare programs, along with their parents/guardians and minor siblings, are entitled to a 25% discount on a Family or Single Parent Berkshire South membership. The enrolled child also receives a 25% discount on BSRCC programs. (This excludes personal training, private swimming lessons, special events, and fundraisers.)*
Sunshine Preschool is proud to be a peanut, tree nut-free program that can accommodate other food allergies.
To learn more, email amarcinak@berkshiresouth.org or call Sunshine Preschool at 413-528-2810 ext 16.
Sunshine Preschool is currently fully enrolled, but please complete an application if you would like to be added to our waitlist.
Curriculum
Our teachers follow a carefully curated state-of-the-art curriculum to prepare children for kindergarten. We follow standards put forth by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education & Care. Although we have a set curriculum, we use children’s curiosity to guide their daily learning. We allow time for teachable moments and flexibility while providing consistency and clear expectations for the children. Children participate throughout the day in individual, small groups, and large group activities. An important component of our year is learning about our children’s families and customs.
Weekly School-Year Rates
2 days a week
3 days a week
5 days a week
*Learn more about subsidy vouchers, financial assistance, and membership benefits here.
Annual commitment is required for enrollment. Any changes must be made in writing and will only be recognized after a 30 day period. During the 30 day period, the director will review the request and make a final determination. Account credits, if approved, will be made at the sole discretion of Berkshire South. Sick, snow or cancelled days will not be credited. Sunshine Preschool is closed on the following holidays: Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day. Financial Assistance is available through the Judy Spencer Scholarships for Early Childhood.
Weekly Summer Rates
*For those who are only participating in the summer months. Rates above apply to those who attend Sunshine year-round.
We are fully enrolled for Summer 2023
5 days a week
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Guest Price $375
Prorated 4-day weeks
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Guest Price $300
**This program is supported by the Berkshire United Way & Department of Early Education Care
