About
The Gardner School offers an academically focused preschool and childcare program that uses structured play, child-directed activities, and curriculum-based lessons. Its unique learning atmosphere blends traditional and Montessori styles of learning, supported by a Curriculum Coordinator who serves all classrooms. The program includes spacious indoor and outdoor playscapes, a Kids’ Café, and an enrichment studio, along with inviting classrooms that have large windows for natural light and accountability.
• Ages: 6 weeks–5 years old
At The Gardner School, the stated mission is to create a rich learning environment that stimulates children’s physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth. The program’s approach emphasizes experiences that enhance self-esteem and nurture each child’s learning at an appropriate pace, with the goal of building a strong educational foundation and a lifelong love of learning. The Gardner School is not a franchised organization and reports consistency throughout its schools in leadership, environment, and educational philosophy. It serves young children and their families in Colorado, Illinois, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Ohio, Tennessee, and Virginia.
Staff members at The Gardner School are trained in CPR and first aid, pass state examinations, are screened properly, and receive ongoing training and professional development. Teachers are required to pass stringent background screenings and complete extensive and ongoing development and training. The environment includes two-tier levels of security and an open-door policy for parent check-ins. Teachers can share photos and updates with parents in real time through a parent communications app, and the program offers parent/teacher conferences twice a year.
Parent feedback includes comments that teachers and administrators are “unmatched” and that families feel the school has created a “wonderful sense of community.” Parents describe the curriculum as “truly engaging” and say their children are excited to go to school. Several parents note frequent communication, daily updates and photos, and extra events that make learning fun. Multiple testimonials refer to The Gardner School as “simply the best,” “hands-down spectacular,” and “your second family,” and recommend the program to other families.
Last updated May 14, 2026.
• Ages: 6 weeks–5 years old
At The Gardner School, the stated mission is to create a rich learning environment that stimulates children’s physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth. The program’s approach emphasizes experiences that enhance self-esteem and nurture each child’s learning at an appropriate pace, with the goal of building a strong educational foundation and a lifelong love of learning. The Gardner School is not a franchised organization and reports consistency throughout its schools in leadership, environment, and educational philosophy. It serves young children and their families in Colorado, Illinois, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Ohio, Tennessee, and Virginia.
Staff members at The Gardner School are trained in CPR and first aid, pass state examinations, are screened properly, and receive ongoing training and professional development. Teachers are required to pass stringent background screenings and complete extensive and ongoing development and training. The environment includes two-tier levels of security and an open-door policy for parent check-ins. Teachers can share photos and updates with parents in real time through a parent communications app, and the program offers parent/teacher conferences twice a year.
Parent feedback includes comments that teachers and administrators are “unmatched” and that families feel the school has created a “wonderful sense of community.” Parents describe the curriculum as “truly engaging” and say their children are excited to go to school. Several parents note frequent communication, daily updates and photos, and extra events that make learning fun. Multiple testimonials refer to The Gardner School as “simply the best,” “hands-down spectacular,” and “your second family,” and recommend the program to other families.
Last updated May 14, 2026.
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