Art, Blocks, And Dramatic
Play Foster Creativity
Your child explores hands-on learning centers — painting, block building, clay, and dramatic play. Creative expression builds focus, problem-solving, and a love of making things.
Gardening And Science
Spark Curiosity
Children dig in the garden, observe bugs, conduct simple investigations, and take nature walks that turn the outdoors into a classroom. Every question leads somewhere interesting.
Social Skills Support
Healthy Relationships
Social skills are woven into the whole day. Through circle time, group projects, and play, children practice empathy, communication, and cooperation in real situations, with real friends, every single day.
Why Parents Choose Us For Preschool
Support for practical skills that grow your child's confidence
Daily active outdoor play — morning, afternoon, and after rest
Brightwheel keeps you connected with updates throughout the day
Delicious, nutritious meals and snacks made on-site, every day
A Day in This Program
Picture Your Preschooler’s Day
Morning Discoveries…
We gather for circle time before exploring our art, blocks, dramatic play, and science. It’s structured enough to feel purposeful and open enough to invite independence.
Midday Peace…
Outdoor play burns energy and builds gross motor skills before a yummy lunch together. After eating, children settle into peaceful naptime.
Afternoon Adventures…
After rest, it’s snack time, then back outside for more fresh air and movement. By the time families arrive, children are happy, active, and bursting with things to share.
Learning Centers Build A Love Of Discovery
Step into our preschool room and you'll find children investigating at the science table, making at the art station, or building in the block area.
The day is built around hands-on learning centers where children follow their interests and engage at their own pace. Teachers move alongside them, asking questions, following the child's lead, and letting curiosity be the guide.
Preschool Teachers With Genuine Warmth And Patience
“I enjoy building meaningful relationships with children and helping guide them through some of their earliest learning experiences,” says Kiyanla Williams, Preschool Teacher at our Chesterfield location.
“Knowing that I have the opportunity to help shape young minds and encourage a future filled with endless possibilities is incredibly rewarding.”
What Parents Are Saying
“Positive and nurturing environment.”
— Chelsea Carfrey
Eureka
Eureka
“I cried dropping my kids off… and cried when we left to move.”
— Alyssa Reis Markham
Eureka
Eureka
“Crouthers Academy is truly something special. My children have been there from the infant room through preschool.”
— Tara Beffa
Chesterfield
Chesterfield
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