Early Childhood
Supporting healthy development through play, rhythm, and meaningful work
Our Rhythm
Consistency, repetition, and reverence for daily life
SLO County
Los Osos
A Day In Early Childhood
Primary Care
9:00-9:30 | Arrival & Indoor Play
9:30-10:00 | Circle Movement
10:00-10:30 | SNACK & Washing
10:30-11:15 | Outdoor Adventure
11:15-12:00 | Puppet & Handwork
12:00-12:30 | Warm Lunch
12:30 | Early Dismissal
Extended Care
12:30-1:15 | Rest Time
1:15-2:00 | Gentle Play
2:00-2:45 | Purposeful Work
3:00 | Late Dismissal
A Living Education
Our Waldorf-Inspired early childhood program offers a home-like environment where children are free to play, move, and imagine. Through rhythm, imitation, and seasonal experiences, children develop resilience, creativity, and joy—forming the roots for lifelong learning.
Developmentally Aligned, Child-Centered Education
Children should be met exactly where they are developmentally. We intentionally protect the early years by prioritizing movement, sensory-rich experience, and meaningful activity over early academics. Each day is designed to support physical vitality, emotional security, and healthy social development—laying a strong foundation for future learning without rushing childhood.
Daily and Weekly Rhythm That Holds the Child
Your child’s days unfold within a consistent, living rhythm that provides security and ease. Familiar patterns—such as circle time, outdoor play, shared meals, storytelling, and practical work—help children develop trust, self-regulation, and confidence. Our weekly rhythm brings balance and variety, allowing children to relax into the flow of the week and engage fully in each experience.
Learning Through Play, Imitation, and Meaningful Work
Students thrive through imaginative play and by participating in real, purposeful activity. Open-ended materials and ample time for play allow creativity, language, and social skills to emerge naturally. Teachers model care, presence, and purposeful work, inviting children to learn through imitation in a way that feels joyful, grounded, and deeply human.
A Warm, Home-Like Classroom and Nurturing Relationships
Your child is welcomed into a calm, home-like environment where beauty, simplicity, and warmth are thoughtfully cultivated. Natural materials, gentle rhythms, and unhurried transitions support the senses and emotional wellbeing. Strong, consistent relationships with teachers create a feeling of safety and belonging, allowing your child to feel secure, known, and deeply cared for each day.
