We offer 3 different programs, for children approximately 10 months up to 5 years.
Based on age-appropriate stages, our early learners will experience a variety of curriculum areas including creative art, STEM, sensory discovery, music, dance, sports, yoga, and more.
JK1 Program
Our JK1 program includes children who are approximately 10-24 months old. This program is led by a team of educators who are passionate and knowledgeable about caring for our infants and are dedicated to meeting each child exactly where they are at every day. Our educators will welcome your child as a part of our NANA family and provide unique care based on their age, stage, and developmental needs. Each day your child will be invited to join in a variety of developmentally enriched play based learning opportunities including music and movement, process-art, pretend play, sensory exploration, and story time. At NANA, we are inspired to empower children’s self-advocacy, self-help skills, social-emotional development, fine and gross motor development, and natural curiosity.
In the JK1 program, we invite children to explore and test their greatest wonders in a space where they can feel safe and secure knowing they are wholly supported. Our NANA educators will provide daily updates about your child’s eating, sleeping, and toileting habits as well as in-the-moment photos via the HiMama app so you can get a sneak peek into their explorative day. At Nature and Nurture Academy, we believe every child is naturally born with unique gifts that are enhanced through our nurturing community. Our goal for all children at NANA is to develop a lifelong love of learning, and that lifelong love begins in infancy.
JK3/4 Program
Our JK3/4 program includes children who are approximately 3-5 years old. This program is led by a team of inspiring and devoted educators who are experienced in working with preschool age children and nurturing kindergarten readiness. . Our educators will welcome your child as a part of our NANA family and provide unique care based on their age, stage, and developmental needs. Each day your child will be invited to join in a variety of developmentally enriched play based learning opportunities including music and movement, process-art, dramatic play, sensory exploration, early literacy, early numeracy, and story time. Many of our JK4 children show an interest in learning to read and write, and we work to embrace each child’s natural curiosity and abilities based on their individual needs. We are inspired to empower children’s self-advocacy, self-help skills, social-emotional development, fine and gross motor development, and natural curiosity.
In the JK3/4 program, we play, have meals, and rest collaboratively. Mid-day, our three year old children gather at the carpet for songs and stories, while our four-year-olds enjoy outdoor explorations, and then the two groups switch. This allows our educators to have essential quality time for connection, discussion, and inquiry with each child where their voice is heard and validated. Our NANA educators will send daily in-the-moment photos via the HiMama app so you can get a sneak peek into their explorative and wondrous day. At Nature and Nurture Academy, we believe every child is naturally born with unique gifts that are enhanced through our nurturing community. Our goal for all children at NANA is to develop a lifelong love of learning, and that lifelong love is built during this fundamental stage.
Meal Program
At Nature and Nurture Academy, we understand the importance of providing a well-rounded and nutritious environment for your child’s growth and development. Our meal program is designed with care to ensure that your little one receives the nourishment they need with throughout the day, all conveniently included in our monthly fees.
We offer two thoughtfully planned snacks each day, one in the morning and another in the afternoon. These snacks are not only delicious but are also packed with essential nutrients to keep your child energized and ready to explore the world around them. Our dedicated staff pays special attention to dietary considerations and allergies to provide a safe and enjoyable snack time for all children.
While we provide morning and afternoon snacks, parents are required to pack a lunch for their child according to individual preferences and dietary needs.
JK2 Program
Our JK2 program includes children who are approximately 24 months- 3 years old. This program is led by a team of creative and dedicated educators who have a passion for working with toddler-age children as they navigate the big changes and feelings of toddlerhood. Our educators will welcome your child as a part of our NANA family and provide unique care based on their age, stage, and developmental needs. Each day your child will be invited to join in a variety of developmentally enriched play based learning opportunities including music and movement, process-art, dramatic play, sensory exploration, early literacy, early numeracy, and story time. We are inspired to empower children’s self-advocacy, self-help skills, social-emotional development, fine and gross motor development, and natural curiosity.
In the JK2 program, we invite children to expand on their knowledge through trial and error and put their greatest wonders to the test in a space where they can feel safe and secure knowing they are wholly supported. Our NANA educators will provide daily updates about your child’s eating, sleeping, and toileting habits as well as in-the-moment photos via the HiMama app so you can get a sneak peek into their explorative day. At Nature and Nurture Academy, we believe every child is naturally born with unique gifts that are enhanced through our nurturing community. Our goal for all children at NANA is to develop a lifelong love of learning, and that lifelong love continues through toddlerhood.