I have 2 kids at Playhouse, my eldest has been there for 3 years, and we couldn't be happier. Playhouse is a place that offers a caring approach to the social emotional development of children at the most critical time in their lives. They approach education with the developmental needs of children as its focus, and by fostering a positive relationship to learning through play. It goes without saying that the teachers and staff are extremely caring and nurturing. I don't believe this approach to education can work without the loving commitment these teachers have for the kids and their work. Luckily for me Playhouse has not only fostered the growth of my children, it has for me too. I personally gained and learned so much from the opportunity to spend time in the classroom, be involved on the board, attend workshops and guest speaker talks, and even just talking with Anat and Lisa (the Directors) with their many years of experience and deep commitment to the wellbeing of the children and the community. I've popped up in their office so many times unexpectedly, only to be given their complete attention, and advice after discussing whatever my concern was for as long as I needed to. Playhouse is our second home, and I've become a better parent since joining. read more

Playhouse is an incredible school and an amazing place for kids . We tried three other schools in the area before lucking out and finding Playhouse and both of my daughters have really flourished at playhouse. The teachers are so warm and nurturing that it creates an incredibly warm and loving environment away from home for kids. In particular, the educators at Playhouse do an excellent job of focusing on the social relationships between young children and teaching kids empathy and interpersonal skills at a young age that will create the foundation for the rest of their lives. That focus has really played off and the change in my daughters have been noticeable. They have both developed a new found maturity and they relate so much better to their peers and to each other. Playhouse has also really helped both of my daughters develop confidence and new skills. Finally, the school does an excellent job of fostering a community feeling and we have met some of our closest friends through the school. Both of my daughters love to go to school every day and we couldn't ask for a better experience! read more

As a progressive educator, true play-based education is extremely important to me. I set the bar high for the best environment for my child to thrive socially and emotionally, and a place that places kindness and acceptance of all families as a priority. Our two-mom family has felt more than welcome. The classrooms are racially diverse and the teachers work hard to make sure difficult topics aren't taboo, and that what kids are truly interested in is celebrated. The kids are outside every day no matter what. I love it so much that I commute up to 20 minutes each way; and the community is so supportive we've found carpools to help with it. My older daughter just entered kindergarten in the public schools. She was emotionally prepared and ready to absorb in her new learning environment, and has grown from letter recognition to writing full creative stories. I attribute this to really giving her the space make sense of her world rather than expecting her to do worksheets and what the adults "want" her to do in her early years. We are grateful for playhouse! Thank you for letting our kids be kids! read more

Sending our daughter to Playhouse is one of the best decisions we've made as parents. We feel grateful everyday that she's part of a community that's so loving, thoughtful, creative, respectful, and warm. The teachers are wonderful, helping the kids to develop a love of learning through playing (outside and inside), cooking and eating new foods, caring for class pets, listening to/playing music, creating so much art, dancing, reading, pretending, and exploring. They help them navigate their relationships and emotions, and they help us parents too, through workshops and just daily chats. We looked at several preschools, and Playhouse is also the only one we found that offered a sliding scale for tuition. They truly live the values they instill in our kids. I could not recommend Playhouse enough. I'm already sad our daughter will only be here two years. read more

Playhouse Nursery School is a rare gem. Equal parts of education, caring and progressive thought makes Playhouse the reason parents return year after year - child after child. There is a wealth of history, intellect and kindness that makes a parent feel like the time their child is there, is time well spent and foundational in supporting these little people into proud, accomplished, caring adults. There is a warm collective of parents that support and honor their fellow Playhouse parents. The teachers and staff are genuine, empathic and show up each day with 100% of themselves ready to inspire young minds to be creative, curious and open to possibilities. The hardest part about being a Playhouse parent is that my children's time there will end - so very bittersweet. read more

We started at Playhouse this fall and couldn't be happier! The teachers are thoughtful and caring, and the students are clearly at the center of all they do. The rooms are full of creativity, light, and animals, and my daughter always comes home with joyful stories from the day. I love their intentional approach to play-based learning, and feel like my daughter is getting everything she needs at this stage in her development. The teachers are easily accessible for conversations, and offer the perfect amount of updates and feedback. Even amidst the pandemic, I can sense the strong community of families. I have to reassure my daughter almost daily that we get to, "come back and do this again tomorrow" because she never wants to leave! read more

I am so glad we found Playhouse! I just can not say emphatically enough how much we love it. Truly, this is the best developmental environment we could have hoped for. Our daughter has found a love of school, a nurturing place to explore those toddler to 'big kid' emotions and a desire to learn by experiencing the world around her. I am amazed by how much she has learned and grown emotionally under their play based philosophy. The teachers are so thoughtful and caring, the classrooms are brimming with creative opportunities for learning, everywhere you look people are smiling and happily talking to each other. It really is a magical place, I highly recommend you check it out! read more

My son is in his second year at Playhouse, and he has thrived there. The staff are kind, loving, and truly committed to the development of our children. I feel like every adult in the building really knows and understands my son, and that feeling is priceless. I've watched him mature into a robust curiosity about the world around him, as well as develop social and conflict resolution skills that will serve him so well when he makes the transition to, as he puts it, "the big kids' school." As an educator, myself, I've always been aware of the effectiveness of a play-based early education, but it's been a joy to watch it unfold as a mother. read more

We are so happy to be back into the swing of things at Playhouse. We feel COVID safety measures are taken seriously, and well balanced with the emotional needs of the students. Our son has been so happy this year, and his social skills are blossoming! He has so much to tell us at the end of each day, and we are always pleased to hear about the creative ways Playhouse is engaging the kids, whether through nature based art project, songs in sign-language, and lots of outdoor play. We feel very fortunate to be a part of this community. read more

Playhouse is a spectacular and very special school. After two kids and almost five years at Playhouse, I continue to be amazed by their master teachers' abilities to deeply know my children and to hep them grow into independent, caring, creative people. There's so much in early childhood education about the importance of play-based preschool years for children's later success, but there are few schools that have as much experience and knowledge in this field as Playhouse. I can't imagine my children attending another school. read more

Playhouse has been such a good fit for our family. The environment is extremely nurturing, for both children and parents. The directors and staff have a solid philosophy about early childhood which makes it easy to trust them, and they are very open about giving tips and support to parents. What also stands out is their focus on getting outdoors to play, and helping kids negotiate social situations, building their skills for many years to come. Could not recommend more if you are looking for a play based setting! read more

My child just started here two months ago, and we love it! First, it is affordable with a sliding scale tuition, thank goodness, and extremely transparent about costs. Most importantly, it is the perfect place for my kiddo as we navigate her post-pandemic return to socializing. This magical school is all about helping kids grow and learn through play. I have seen my pandemic toddler's confidence blossom, and she is thrilled to go to school each morning. I am so so happy we found this special community. read more

Playhouse has been the gem for our daughter in the past almost three years. It has a feel of a home. Teachers at the preschool are loving, involved, educated, and very positive. Families that choose Playhouse are diverse, well rounded, and very friendly. It is one of the few preschools in the area with extended hours option and flexibility to choose schedule that fits your family. We love all the activities outside of the routine that Playhouse offers. Cannot recommend highly enough! read more

We are happy to be a part of this community and our child is very happy here. The emphasis on children's social-emotional growth stood out to us and is priority to us in the pandemic-times we're in. It is clear the teachers are most interested in guiding the children as they socialize with others, engaging them in open ended art and play and and helping them to be well rounded and express themselves. My child is having a full and wonderful preschool experience at Playhouse. read more

As an early childhood educator myself, I was so excited to find a school that provides a truly play based education. The teachers and staff are caring, professional and dedicated to their students. My daughter has expressed how much she will miss her school when she has to move on. read more

Such a warm welcoming environment for our little one! Wonderful school and care option for anyone looking in the area.