Located at the First Church in Sterling Center, Village Green Preschool (VGP) is a nonsectarian, nonprofit organization that has been providing children with a safe and loving environment since 1980. This school is licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care and accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). VGP offers a developmentally based program for children aged three, four and five years old. The school focuses on the development of self-concept, independence, and respect for individual differences. A VGP Parent Advisory Board is responsible for overseeing policy, personnel decisions, and the maintenance of the facility. Village Green Preschool strives to provide an environment that encourages children to develop their self-concepts, independence, and individuality. With a long-standing commitment to providing quality early childhood education, VGP has been a trusted resource for families in the community since 1980. The school is licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care and is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). The VGP Parent Advisory Board is responsible for making policy decisions and overseeing the maintenance of the facility.