About
Playgarden Prep offers Online Preschool, Play and Learn, and Learning Kits. Online Preschool includes daily lessons, live Zoom classes year-round, pre-recorded Daily Lessons, hands-on materials, written worksheets, educational tools, video and music libraries, and learning kits.
Programs
- Online Preschool — children 2-4 years old; under two may still be able to follow along · Daily lessons; live Zoom classes year-round; classes throughout the day
- Play and Learn
- Learning Kits
At a glance
- Ages: 1–7 years old
- General schedule: 27 weeks of Daily lessons; recommended to repeat some weeks; with children under 5, repetition is key; program can last for a full 9-month school year when repeated and aligned with school-year breaks; Daily Lessons are pre-recorded and can be completed at any time of year; Live Zoom classes are offered year-round; days can be as long or short as desired
About the provider
Playgarden was founded in 2007, and its online programs were made available in fall 2020. The leadership team includes Elizabeth Gilliard, Head of Schools and Lead Pre-K Teacher; Emma Basel, Lead Teacher and Educational Director; Carlos Corona, CEO of Playgarden Online and Co-Founder of Playgarden Prep; and Amanda Vierheller, COO of Playgarden Online and Co-Founder of Playgarden Prep. The program lists an award-winning curriculum and certified teachers.
Free for the first 15 days followed by monthly payments; can be canceled anytime; discounts for families that commit for a semester of school; no credit card required for trial; online preschool offers a private preschool experience at home
What families say
“As a homeschool parent, Playgarden Prep Online gave me the structure I needed to consistently keep a weekly schedule. With the self-paced daily lessons, live workshops, and written worksheets, I could use Playgarden Prep Online to spread out the lessons and activities throughout the day, and supplement with library and museum memberships and sports for the socialization part of learning. It works!” — Rebekka, Stellen's Mom
“This program has been absolutely amazing and has gifted my son. At kindergarten registration they believe he might even be able to skip right to first grade with how advanced Playgarden Prep has helped him!! Thank you again!” — Tessa Brady’s Mother
Last updated September 6, 2026.
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