When searching for Daycare in Boulder County55, parents are looking for a program that offers more than basic supervision—they seek a partner in their child’s holistic development. Treehouse Learning, a private, locally owned and family-run program established in 1997 565656, provides high-quality early childcare and education for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergartners in the Louisville and Lafayette area of East Boulder County57. Our commitment is to the development of the whole child, encompassing physical, emotional, and intellectual growth in a comprehensive, purposeful, and nature-inspired environment585858585858585858.
Social-Emotional Learning: The Core Foundation
Developmental research confirms that social skills and emotional intelligence are the essential foundation for all academic learning and lifelong success59. At Treehouse Learning, we intentionally weave these vital skills into the daily routine60:
- Yale RULER Curriculum: We incorporate play-based learning experiences with the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence’s Social-Emotional Curriculum, along with movement and body-based mindfulness616161.
- Self-Regulation and Emotional Literacy: Our classrooms are equipped with “cozy corners” and “regulation stations” where children can self-regulate and explore mindfulness and calming techniques62. We help children develop empathy and emotional literacy by learning to notice and name their feelings through body-based self-awareness63.
- Resilience and Growth Mindset: Children develop a positive self-concept—a “Yes Brain”—rooted in grounded self-confidence where they believe they are competent and capable people who can learn new skills and do hard things6464.
The integrated social-emotional curriculum, paired with embedded occupational therapist and mental health support 65, ensures that our students develop the foundational learning-readiness skills needed for success both in school and in life66.
Research-Based Curriculum for Deeper Learning
Our comprehensive curriculum is a thoughtful synthesis of esteemed educational philosophies 67, providing a balanced approach to academic preparation68.
- Active, Experiential Learning: We draw from the Montessori philosophy, offering children opportunities for self-directed, purposeful activities and hands-on learning69. This includes practicing practical living skills and engaging in Montessori-inspired peace education to help children learn conflict resolution70.
- The Power of Play: We recognize that nature designed children to learn through play71. Play-Based Childcare in Boulder County at Treehouse Learning is a joyful, child-directed activity where learning organically emerges from a prepared environment72. Our skilled educators guide this process, building academic skills into play experiences73.
- Literacy and Academics: Our curriculum includes the Science of Reading approach, which incorporates phonics-based decoding skills along with the language acquisition necessary to make meaning of written materials74. Literacy exposure begins in infancy and is naturally embedded throughout the day through songs, stories, and dramatic play75757575.
For families preparing their child for the next step, our rigorous academic preparation includes literacy, writing, reading skills, math, science, and STEM76. We partner with families to help inspire and cultivate a life-long love of learning77. You can learn more about our whole-child Quality Play-Based Preschool in Boulder County offerings on our homepage78.
Partnering for a Thriving Future
Our commitment to maintaining a knowledgeable and responsive teaching staff, dedicated to early childhood education as a career 79, ensures that the care provided is nurturing, safe, and stimulating80. By establishing safe and secure attachment relationships between children and caring teachers 81, we are confirmed by interpersonal neurobiology research (particularly the work of Dr. Dan Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson) to create the optimal context for learning and development82.
Our facility is located on $1.25$ acres in the Indian Peaks neighborhood of Lafayette at 95th and Baseline83. The classrooms, lobby and kitchen all radiate from the center common room which is distinguished by abundant natural light84. Treehouse Learning is not just a high-quality Daycare in Boulder County 85; it’s a commitment to shaping responsible, independent, and confident individuals8686.y.
