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Our Curriculum

We follow the seasons as well as seasonal and cultural celebrations, immersing children in nature’s magic and humanity’s cultural vibrance through a variety of activities, projects and experiences.

Structure. Confidence. Flexibility.

Children gain confidence from knowing what to expect. Routines provide safety, familiarity and a sense of mastery, allowing children to feel empowered as they take the lead. While we follow a consistent routine, we also recognize the importance of flexibility for both children and teachers. Within our structured environment, there is ample room for fluidity, change, and improvisation, teaching everyone how to adapt when plans shift.

Our Routines

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  • We start the day together with a good morning to all of the children and teachers. This is an opportunity for everyone to connect and set the tone for the day.

  • A group of young children sitting quietly in a circle for an extended period of time may sound impossible! But, Story Ring is a vital time to practice attention while listening to vivid oral stories that magically come to the story teller. Spoken word cultivates connection and stretches the imagination.

  • We are outside for as much time as the weather allows. Snow gear in the winter and sunscreen in the spring. Indoor projects and crafts run concurrently for those who need some respite.

  • We provide a variety of healthy snacks throughout the day and the students bring their own lunches midday. Half-day kiddos stay for lunch.

  • Some children need an afternoon nap and others need some time to decompress from all of the exciting play. Everyone rests on soft mats for some quiet time. Bring your stuffies!

  • We are outside for as much time as the weather allows. Snow gear in the winter and sun hats in the spring. Indoor projects and crafts run concurrently for those who need some respite.

Child with a yellow watering can and another with a blue can, caring for plants in a fenced garden bed

Our Curriculum

We immerse children in nature’s magic as the seasons change. Decorating leaves in the Fall. Gardening in the Spring. Cooking soup in the Winter. Your child will be excited to share what they did and ready for more projects and crafts to come.

We emphasize joyful discipline, where children learn responsibility, independence, and confidence. Our play-based approach encourages meaningful experiences that encourage curiosity and self-expression, process over product. We foster conversation, comfort and ease around differences, encouraging children to notice and embrace different perspectives and qualities. Compassion and loving kindness are also core to our values, as we nurture deep connections with the children, between the children, and to all beings, emphasizing respect and a caring environment. 

  • "We love and miss you and all that is SL. Thanks for the many magical preschool years."

    ALLISON, PARENT OF ALUMNI

  • What I love about school is that there is a sandbox, and fairies come here and leave us beads.

    LG, I’m four and a half years old, almost five. Can you believe it?

  • The community built around this school truly feels like family.

    WHITNEY S.

  • What I love about school is that it’s magical.

    AB, I’m five years old. I turned five already!

  • Snow Lion Preschool is not just a school, but an extension of home for our son.

    JOEY W, PARENT OF ALUM

  • What I love about school is the pretty crystals on the window.

    GG, I’m five

  • The teachers love all the children for their own unique little personalities.

    DANIELA

  • We love and miss you and all that is Snow Lion. Thanks for the many magical preschool years.

    ALLISON D.

  • What I don’t love about school is nothing.

    HH, I’m five

  • From the moment you step through the door, it's clear that this isn’t just a preschool – it’s a nurturing, inspiring, and safe haven for children to thrive.

    KERRY, PARENT OF ALUM

  • What I love about school is playing with my friends.

    CN, I’m five years old. I turned five already!

  • The teachers go above and beyond to care for each student and each parent.

    NIKKI, PARENT OF ALUM

  • What I love about school is everything! But also the long time to play.

    OMH, I’m five and a half years old

Mission

We engage in activities that serve, guide and support families in their children’s first preschool experiences. We encourage children’s growth and development through deep connection and play. We guide families as they navigate the process of separation and the journey of parenting, creating a community of trust and openness, curiosity and learning.  We support individuals in developing trust with teachers, identifying and accepting the full range of children’s emotions, guiding and fostering social interactions between mixed age groups, understanding and connecting with each child as a unique individual, and respecting each child’s own pace and style of learning and experiencing the world.