Preschool
A joyful, play-based preschool experience for ages 3–5 where children grow in confidence, connection, and curiosity.
Young Preschool
Little Learners
Ages 3–4
The Little Learners classroom is a place for growing independence, language, and emotional awareness — all through play. Three-year-olds are learning how to be part of a group, express their needs, and take on new challenges with support.
Our classroom offers a balance of structure and flexibility, with a predictable daily rhythm and plenty of time for child-led exploration. Teachers help children practice social skills, navigate big feelings, and build the confidence to try new things — all in a warm, connected environment.
Prek
Ages 4 - 6
Our Pre-K classroom is designed for children in their final preschool years before kindergarten. Children engage in deeper collaborative play, creative problem-solving, and hands-on learning experiences that strengthen confidence, communication, and self-regulation.
Our Play-Based Approach
At Early Alpine, play-based learning means balancing child-led exploration with purposeful structure.
Our days follow a consistent rhythm, blending open-ended play with a few teacher-guided experiences — like Circle Time, small group STEAM activities, and read-alouds. Through play, children build academic skills, social-emotional growth, and confidence — all in a calm, connected environment where teachers act as guides
Choice & Exploration
During center time, children choose how to play — with blocks, dramatic play, art, sensory bins, and more. These choices help build independence, focus, and creativity.
Guided Learning Moments
Teachers introduce literacy, math, science, and social concepts through Circle Time, read-alouds, and small group activities — always hands-on and developmentally appropriate.
Emotional Growth & Problem Solving
We help kids name emotions, navigate conflict, and build problem-solving skills — all within the context of warm, trusting relationships. Teachers prioritize connection and co-regulation, creating a secure base that supports both emotional and academic growth.
A Day in Preschool
Our Pre-K day runs from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with the option to stay for extended care until 6:00 PM.
The day starts with open play, giving children time to ease into the morning, make choices, and connect with friends. After a snack, we head outside to move, explore, and burn energy.
Late morning includes teacher-guided activities like art, STEAM, literacy, and small group work.
Lunch happens midday, followed by another chance to play outside before coming in for rest time.
Afternoons offer more time for projects, stories, and play before pickup at 4:00.
We keep the structure predictable, but the energy of the classroom comes from the kids themselves — full of movement, big ideas, problem-solving, and collaboration. Teachers are there to guide, support, and help kids grow more confident each day.