At Treehouse Learning, our dedication to exceptional Play-Based Childcare in Boulder County is informed by a sophisticated synthesis of educational traditions. We believe that a strong foundation for early education is built by respecting the child as an individual and preparing an environment that naturally encourages discovery. Our curriculum draws significantly from the hands-on principles of Montessori and the child-as-constructor philosophy of Reggio Emilia.
Montessori Principles in Action
We draw from the Montessori philosophy to respect each child’s individual learning style and preference. Our program ensures that children are given opportunities to engage in self-directed, purposeful activities, which is a hallmark of Quality Play-Based Preschool in Boulder County.
- Aid to Life: We include daily opportunities for children to practice physical, social, and practical living skills, viewing education as an ‘aid to life’.
- Peace Education: We offer Montessori-inspired peace education lessons to help children learn how to use conflict resolution when necessary, empowering them to take responsibility for their own choices, and teaching lessons in grace and courtesy.
- Cosmic Education: Our curriculum is designed to be comprehensive, holistic, and purposeful, reflecting Montessori’s Cosmic Education—encompassing the development of the whole person within the context of the whole universe.
The Reggio Emilia Influence
The Reggio Emilia approach guides Treehouse Learning to understand children’s active participation in constructing their own experiential learning process through play, creative expression, and social interactions.
- The “Third Teacher”: We are reminded that a prepared and intentional environment is the child’s “third teacher”. Our classrooms are rich with high-quality and natural materials, books, open-ended manipulatives, and toys.
- The Hundred Languages: We value children’s expression and are reminded that children are endowed with “a hundred languages” through which to express themselves. This is why we offer comprehensive arts education, balancing arts and academics through creative self-exploration via visual and fine arts, musical arts, and creative movement arts.
Beyond Philosophy: Practical Excellence
As a provider of high-quality Play-Based Childcare in Boulder County, we serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergartners. We have earned a reputation for the highest quality child care and early education. Our curriculum includes both direct teaching derived from a prepared environment and natural teachable moments all day, every day. Our facility is located at 175 N 96th Street, Louisville, Colorado 80027.
Our dedication to this blended, research-based model ensures that children develop a positive self-concept rooted in grounded self-confidence, ready for the next stage of their education. Families looking for a program that empowers children can learn more about our offerings, including our full spectrum of Daycare in Boulder County services.
