We believe that a parent/primary caregiver is a child’s best teacher, so we ask that they model and be engaged throughout class. This means play, dance, sing, and avoid phone use.

We believe that mindfulness is critical to early childhood development. The world is fast-paced, many toys are overstimulating, and we’re all over-committed. Our classes create space for parents, caregivers, and children to slow down and be present.

We believe that relationships are key to successful parenting, so we nurture connection and friendship in class..

We believe parents should be empowered. Resources, experts, and education give parents the confidence to  trust their intuition, problem solve, and get support when needed.

We believe that play materials should be open-ended and multisensory to encourage discovery and creativity. We focus on the process of exploration rather than the outcome.

We believe that children learn and participate at their own pace, so we encourage parents to let their child lead. Some children dive right in, whereas others prefer to observe and stay close to their parent/caregiver. Both are acceptable and welcome behaviors.

We believe that, from the beginning, children are capable, thinking beings who deserve respect. We encourage parents to sit back and observe so children can explore independently. This encourages autonomy, creativity, and critical thinking. Children can follow their own instincts and interests, knowing their parent or primary caregiver is close by. If a child requires closer contact during class, that is also welcome. We follow their cues.

We believe in raising environmental stewards, so we model an appreciation of earth’s wonders through our curriculum, using recyclables and non-toxic, sustainable play tools.

We believe that nature is the best playground, so we use local green spaces to teach and inspire.