Narragansett Pre-School Receives 5 Stars From State Rating Program

NARRAGANSETT, RI — Narragansett Public Schools received the prestigious five-star rating for its Mariner's Integrated Preschool program from BrightStars, a statewide program that evaluates and rates the quality of early childhood education.

The rating system evaluates programs based on various factors, including learning environment, family and community engagement, staff qualifications, and professional development.

This achievement is the highest rating for licensed child care programs in Rhode Island, reflecting the program's excellence in providing young children with a strong foundation for learning and development, school officials said.

"This rating is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our staff and the support of the community," Superintendent Peter Cummings said. "High-quality early childhood education is crucial to the future success of our students, and we are committed to providing the best possible learning experiences."

The Mariner's Integrated Preschool serves children between ages 3 and 5. School officials said the program emphasizes hands-on, interactive learning experiences that encourage children to explore and discover the world around them.

The school scored its highest marks in language and literacy, interaction, and program structural aspects.

Pre-school Coordinator Jill Hague led the efforts around this initiative with BrightStars. She shared her team's pride in receiving recognition, saying they worked tirelessly to create this program to meet the needs of all students.

"Our teams are now using this experience to further enhance their program," Hague said. "We are proud to continue offering this program to the Narragansett community and look forward to continuing to support the growth and development of its youngest learners."