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About Cadence Academy Preschool in Canton
Cadence Academy Preschool believes that all children are loving, inquisitive beings in a constant state of learning. A careful balance of structured activities, free choice, self-expression, and situational teaching provides varied opportunities to learn and develop.
Children are encouraged to move toward increasing independence, both socially and academically. Children are encouraged to observe the environment around them, ask questions, and offer answers. Children are capable of demonstrating manners and respect for themselves and others.
Teachers are facilitators, role models, and cheerleaders. We are proud to lead the way in preparing children for kindergarten. Through our specialized curriculum and dedicated teachers, we strive to ensure that your child is not just ready for kindergarten, but ready to excel. In 2024, 100% of the Pre-K children assessed in our school demonstrated Readiness or Advanced Readiness for Kindergarten!
Our Programs
- Infants (ages 6 weeks to 14 months)
- Toddlers (ages 15 months to 3 years)
- Preschool (ages 3 to 4)
- Pre-Kindergarten (ages 4 to 5)
- Kindergarten Club (ages 4 to 5)
- Summer Program (ages 5 to 12)
Our Mission
To create a happy and healthy child care environment based upon positive reinforcement and respect. All programming is designed to meet one or more of the following goals:
- Create an environment that encourages the desire for the learning process.
- Teach respect for self and others.
- Provide developmentally appropriate learning opportunities to stimulate and encourage fine and gross motor skills, cognitive development, socio-emotional development and other learning skills.
NAEYC Accreditation
This is a rigorous set of standards beyond those required by the State of Connecticut. A nationally trained team of inspectors spend several days in each program reviewing all aspects of the curriculum, teacher qualifications, interactions, communications and management. It takes several years to complete the accreditation process and then must be maintained through annual reporting systems, unannounced visits, and emerging standards.
Open Door Policy
Communication is critical to meeting the individualized needs of each family. Starting at the initial tour and continuing throughout our years together, we strive to maintain open, honest, and informative interactions. All Joni’s programs maintain an “Open Door Policy”, encouraging families to visit and participate in all areas of a day’s events.
Getting To Our Preschool
Our Canton center is located at 352 Albany Turnpike, Canton, CT 06019, situated directly along Route 44. We are just minutes from The Shoppes at Farmington Valley, Canton Village, and Cherry Brook Primary School, making morning drop-offs, school transitions, and daily errands quick and simple. Parents also enjoy ample on-site parking and secure keypad entry into the building for safe, hassle-free drop-offs and pickups.
Our convenient position along Route 44 (Albany Turnpike) provides a smooth morning and evening commute for working parents traveling throughout the Farmington Valley, offering direct connections to Avon, Simsbury, New Hartford, and downtown Hartford.
Programs Offered
Our Team
Jennifer Gresty
School Director
I began my career in Early Education in 2014 and have held a variety of rewarding roles over the years. I joined Cadence Education in 2023 as an Assistant Director and was later promoted to School Director. This role has been incredibly fulfilling, allowing me to combine leadership with my love for early education. What I enjoy most is the joy and energy the children bring each day—their smiles, curiosity, and growth are a daily reminder of why I chose this field. I strive to be approachable and present, building strong relationships and ensuring everyone in our school community feels heard and empowered.
Alicia Martz
Assistant Director
Alicia Martz is the Assistant Director at Cadence Academy Preschool, bringing nearly a decade of experience in early childhood education to her role. She began her career in 2015 and has worked with children across a wide range of ages, including several years supporting students in elementary special education. Alicia joined Cadence Education in 2024 and has since served as a Pre-K Teacher and Interim Director before stepping into her current role as Assistant Director.
Alicia believes that when teachers feel supported and valued, children and families benefit too, and she is committed to leading by example, mentoring her team, and fostering a strong culture of collaboration. What she loves most about early childhood education is watching children learn, grow, and celebrate their accomplishments — and that joy for her students’ milestones is at the heart of everything she does. She is excited to continue growing alongside the Cadence community.
Miss Lauren
Teacher of the Year
Lauren has been an integral part of the Cadence family, making a meaningful impact in both Connecticut and Massachusetts through her compassion, dedication, and commitment to supporting children and families. She consistently creates a warm, welcoming environment where every child, family, and colleague feels seen, valued, and supported. Her caring approach and strong sense of community have helped foster an inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels respected, encouraged, and connected.
Lauren’s positive influence and dedication to excellence have made a lasting impact across the school communities she serves. Notably, this is not the first time she has received Teacher of the Year recognition, reflecting the consistent and meaningful difference she continues to make in the lives of children, families, and fellow educators.
Accreditations
NAEYC Accreditation
Every child deserves access to high-quality early learning experiences. NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) has set 10 standards for early childhood programs that can help families make the right choice when they are looking for a child care center, preschool, or kindergarten. The standards and criteria are also the foundation of the NAEYC Accreditation system for early childhood programs. To earn NAEYC Accreditation, schools must go through an extensive self-study and quality-improvement process, followed by an on-site visit by NAEYC Assessors to verify and ensure that the program meets each of the ten program standards, and hundreds of corresponding individual criteria. NAEYC-accredited programs are always prepared for unannounced quality-assurance visits during their accreditation term, which lasts for five years. In the 30 years since NAEYC Accreditation was established, it has become a widely recognized sign of high-quality early childhood education. More than 7,000 programs are currently accredited by NAEYC—less than 10 percent of all child care centers, preschools, and kindergartens nationally achieve this recognition.
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Childcare Schedule Options That Work With Your Life
Every family’s routine is unique — and your childcare should be too. With Cadence Education, our Family of Schools may offer various schedule options designed to fit your life.
Each of our school’s are unique, and may not offer all of the options listed below. Talk with your School Director to learn what options are available for your family at this location.
FlexiPass — New Flexible Care Option!
When schedules change, or the grandparents cancel, or life just gets busy, FlexiPass gives you five prepaid days of care that you can use whenever* you need them, one at a time or all at once. No registration fees. No ongoing tuition. Just dependable care when you need it most.
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