FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What ages do you serve at The Garden Community Preschool?
We serve children ages 2 to 5 years old in our Concord, CA-based preschool program, with classrooms designed to support each stage of early childhood development.

2. What is your teaching philosophy?
Our program is play-based and inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, combined with The Project Approach. This means children learn through hands-on exploration, relationships, and in-depth projects based on their interests.

3. How do you prepare children for TK and kindergarten?
Our Sunflowers classroom focuses on building early literacy, social-emotional skills, and classroom routines. We also support families with readiness guidance, assessments, and teacher recommendations when needed.

4. What is your approach to discipline and behavior?
We use a relationship-based, respectful approach that focuses on guiding children through problem-solving, emotional awareness, and positive social interactions rather than punishment.

5. Do you provide meals or snacks?
We provide vegetarian morning and afternoon snacks, with organic options whenever possible. Children often participate in snack preparation and serve themselves family-style to build independence and healthy habits.

6. How do you support safety and security?
Our Concord preschool prioritizes both emotional and physical safety. We maintain secure entry points, surveillance cameras, and an alarm system, while also fostering strong relationships that help children feel safe and supported.

7. How can I schedule a tour or learn more?
Families can get started by visiting our Enrollment page to learn more about our process, request more information, or schedule a tour of our preschool in Concord, CA.