Our Program Structure

We serve children in mixed-age cohorts designed to support leadership, peer learning, and developmentally appropriate growth.

Alpacas (Young Preschool | Approx. 2–3 Years)

Focus on early social-emotional development, language growth, and sensory exploration.

Llamas (Preschool | Approx. 3–4 Years)

Expanding independence, early literacy, problem-solving, and cooperative play in sports and nature exploration.

Coyotes (Pre-K | 4+ Years)

Leadership development, early academics, responsibility, and kindergarten readiness through experiential learning.

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Daily Rhythm

Our schedule balances structure and freedom, physical movement and focused learning.

8:00–9:30 AM | Drop-Off & Free Play

Indoor and outdoor self-directed play. Teachers support gentle transitions and prepare the day’s learning spaces.

8:00–10:00 AM | Farm & Property Care

Small-group farm participation including:

  • Feeding chickens, ducks, and alpaca
  • Watering plants and garden beds
  • Seasonal landscaping projects

Children develop responsibility, science awareness, and connection to land and animals.

9:30–10:00 AM | Reading Rainbow

  • Younger children build vocabulary through interactive storytelling.
  • Older children practice letter recognition, sound awareness, and discussion.

10:00–10:30 AM | Circle Time

Songs, calendar, weather discussion, daily themes, animal & plant focus.

10:30–11:00 AM | Snack

Fresh fruit and high-protein baked goods prepared in-house.

11:00–11:30 AM | Physical Development

Balance, coordination, strength, and mobility training.

12:00–12:30 PM | Lunch

Community-style meal followed by clean-up and quiet reading.

12:30–2:30 PM | Rest & Quiet Time

Napping is optional for children over three.

2:45–3:15 PM | SEAM (Science, Engineering, Art & Music)

Hands-on creative and inquiry-based exploration.

3:15–4:00 PM | Sports & Cooperative Games

Teamwork, movement skills, and confidence building.

4:15–5:00 PM | Free Play & Pick-Up

Teachers connect with families and share daily highlights.

Holidays

 

JAN 1 – NEW YEARS DAY

JAN 15 – MLK DAY

FEB 19 – PRESIDENTS DAY

APRIL 1 – CESAR CHAVEZ DAY

MAY 27 – MEMORIAL DAY

JUNE 19 – JUNETEENTH

JULY 4 – INDEPENDENCE DAY

SEPT 2 – LABOR DAY

NOV 11 – VETERANS DAY

NOV 29 – THANKSGIVING

DEC 25 – CHRISTMAS DAY

SPRING BREAK – 4/1-5