One of our greatest strengths at Shepherd's Way Day School is our quality programs, each uniquely designed for appropriate age level care, education and play.  

In our Infant Care Rooms you will find an environment made specifically with the needs of your infant in mind, a safe comfortable space for them in which to grow and learn. What makes our infant environment so special? 

• A shoeless environment.

• Active and sleeping areas are separated.

• No constraints--children are free to explore their own space.

• Windows that provide a warm atmosphere, filled with natural lighting.

• Ratio of 1 teacher to every 4 children.

• A special infant outdoor environment designed especially for little ones.

• Video cameras that allow you to visit your child by Internet any time of the day.

• Caregivers who understand the needs of your infant and respond to them in loving ways.
    

Toddler Care offers a safe environment in which toddlers can explore, a space that provides them the challenge they thrive on while giving them the protection they need.  What makes our toddlers' and twos' environment so special?

• A challenging, safe space for children to freely explore

• Ratios: 1 teacher to every 5 children for toddlers
              1 teacher to every 8 children for two year olds

• Windows which allow children to see out and natural light to come in.

• Loving caregivers who nurture your child's growing sense of autonomy, while giving them the support and affection they need.

• A variety of toys, materials and experiences which offer your child choices.

• Teachers trained and educated in early childhood practices.

• Kindermusik is offered as a free musical program which is a part of our intergenerational approach to early childhood education.

• Opportunity to participate in a Spanish class on-site.

• A special, exciting outdoor environment designed especially for your little one.

• Video cameras, which allow you to visit your child by Internet any time of the day.  

Preschoolers need an environment that is filled with rich opportunities and new experiences, with teachers who love them and nurture their growing independence.  What makes our preschool environment so special?

• An integrated Christian curriculum.

• Low ratios and small groups sizes.

• On-site nature trails and children's flower gardens.

• Windows which allow children to see out and natural light to come in.

• Opportunity for independent play and exploration.

• An exciting outdoor environment.

• Kindermusik is offered as a free musical program which is part of our intergenerational approach to early childhood education 

• Teachers who are trained and educated in early childhood practices.

• Video cameras, which allow you to visit your child by Internet any time of the day.

• Opportunity to participate in Computer Tots training, which is offered on site.

For information on our new Pre-Kindergarten half day program which begins in the fall of 2008, visit our Before and After School programs information page.