Area schools and camps have so much to offer

 Eagle’s Landing Day Camp Eagle’s Landing Day Camp Eagle’s Landing Day Camp offers a unique, varied program that can be tailored to your child’s interests. Campers are involved in programs that include: making new friends, tennis, swimming instruction, arts and crafts, zip line, baking, mini golf, cooking, eating a hot lunch every day, laughing, t-ball, singing, football, dramatics, dancing, launching a rocket, making jewelry, hockey, nature, painting, wall climbing, going down the water slide, basketball, archery, science, ceramics, soccer, tools and tech, digital photography, hiking, Mad Science, wearing sunscreen, digital scrapbooking, kickball, lacrosse, cheerleading, skateboarding, wood shop, splashing in the water park, and so much more! Eagle’s Landing Day Camp is located at 74 Davidson Mill Road, North Brunswick. For more information, call 732-821- 9155, email RuthAnn@EaglesLandingDay- Camp.com, or visit www.eagleslandingdaycamp.com.

 St. Bartholomew School St. Bartholomew School Rutgers Prep Summer Programs, located in Somerset, is delighted to offer many new programs as well as annual favorites.The goals for the Rutgers Prep Summer Programs are to provide a wide range of options for growth academically, artistically, and athletically in an environment that is safe, caring, and enjoyable for all ages.All of the camps are designed with one overarching principle in mind: summer is all about fun! The summer staff is charged with the responsibility of giving your child a tremendous summer experience.They strive to see each child achieve personal growth in whatever aspect of the program he/she participates, whether it is in the classroom through the summer school program or enjoying an all-around adventure with one of the summer camps.There is something at Rutgers Prep for every child. For more information about all of the camps and summer school classes, visit www.rutgersprep.org or call 732- 545-5600.

 St. Matthew School St. Matthew School St. Bartholomew School invites you for a personal guided tour during its open houses on Jan. 25 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Jan. 30 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. St. Bart’s focuses on nurturing your child from pre-K to grade 8, offering art, music, Spanish, National Junior Honor Society, before and after school care, and many extracurricular programs such as band, chorus, drama, Latin, sports, and more.The birthday cutoff for enrollment is Oct. 31.Your child’s learning adventure begins with 3- and 4-year-old preschool and full-day kindergarten in a family environment with electronic surveillance, a full-time nurse, and guidance counselor. St. Bart’s School is AdvancED Accredited and has state-of-the-art technology with digital whiteboards, advanced computer resource center and digital microscope. Free registration will be offered for new students Jan. 25-30. St. Bartholomew’s School is located at 470 Ryders Lane in East Brunswick. For more information, call 732-254-7105 or visit www.stbartseb.com.

 Wesley Preschool Wesley Preschool St. Matthew School, 100 Seymour Ave., Edison, is hosting an open house on Jan. 26 from 1-3 p.m. Registration for prospective students will be held on Feb. 4 from 9 a.m. to noon and 6-8 p.m.; Feb. 18 from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.; and Feb.27 from 6-8 p.m. Outstanding academics, intellectual, moral and spiritual development of our children in safe, nurturing Catholic environment to the honor and glory of God … these have been the mission of St. Matthew School since 1954.A diverse student body is groomed for excellence in this safe and nurturing environment that welcomes all faiths. St. Matthew School serves students from pre-k through eighth grade. School hours are 7:50 a.m. to 2:35 p.m. Extended morning and after-care hours are available. Bussing is also offered.

  •  fixed tuition plan (for K-8th grade)
  •  several payment options
  •  financial assistance
  •  10-week summer program
  •  small classes for individual learning
  •  Spanish, art, computers, music and religion for all grades
  •  all sacramental classes (Reconciliation, First Eucharist and Confirmation)
  •  after school sports and clubs
  •  all faiths are welcome

For more information or to arrange for a tour, call 732-985-6633.

Are you looking for an affordable preschool or summer camp with caring teachers and flexible schedules? Look no further than Wesley Preschool. In operation since 1985,Wesley Preschool is a state-certified, nondenominational preschool providing a nurturing environment ready to meet your family’s needs.The certified teachers and experienced aides can offer your child one-on-one attention and an atmosphere in which to grow and learn. Students’ days include individual and group learning, language arts, literacy, crafts, science projects, outside play, inside play and socialization. Open from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.,Wesley Preschool offers half- and full-day programs and extended care solutions for children ages 2 1/2 to 5. Choose from two to five days per week. Wesley Summer Camp runs for eight weeks beginning June 22 for children ages 2 1/2 to 11. Choose half- or full-day programs, three or five days per week.Weekly theme-based activities, arts and crafts, and outdoor play are offered. An open house for summer camp and fall 2015 registration will be held at Wesley Preschool, 5053 Woodbridge Ave., Edison, on Feb. 21, 10 a.m. to noon (snow date Feb. 28). Visit www.wesleypreschool.net, call (732) 738-0885 or email wesleypreschool1@verizon.net.