About
The Gardner School offers an academically focused preschool and childcare program that uses structured play, child-directed activities, and curriculum-based lessons. Its learning atmosphere incorporates a blend of traditional and Montessori styles of learning, with calm, thoughtfully designed spaces, spacious indoor and outdoor playscapes, a Kids’ Café, and an enrichment studio. Classrooms include large windows for natural light and accountability, and a Curriculum Coordinator serves all classrooms.
• Ages: 6 weeks–5 years old
The Gardner School states that its mission is to create a rich learning environment that stimulates children’s physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth. The program’s approach includes experiences that enhance self-esteem and nurtures each child’s learning at an appropriate pace through creativity, exploration, and acceptance.
Teachers at The Gardner School are required to pass stringent background screenings and complete extensive and ongoing development and training. Staff members are trained in CPR and first aid, pass state examinations, are screened properly, and receive ongoing training and professional development. The program uses two-tier levels of security, has an open-door policy for parent check-ins, and teachers stay with the classroom for continuity and consistency. A parent communications app allows teachers to share photos and updates with parents in real time, and the program holds parent/teacher conferences twice a year.
The Gardner School serves young children and their families in Colorado, Illinois, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Ohio, Tennessee, and Virginia. It is not a franchised organization and describes consistency throughout its schools in leadership, environment, and educational philosophy.
Parent testimonials describe positive experiences with teachers, communication, and the school environment. Parents mention daily updates and photos, long-term enrollment starting in infancy, engaging curriculum, and a sense of community. Several parents state that they recommend The Gardner School to others and refer to it as a second family.
Last updated May 14, 2026.
• Ages: 6 weeks–5 years old
The Gardner School states that its mission is to create a rich learning environment that stimulates children’s physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth. The program’s approach includes experiences that enhance self-esteem and nurtures each child’s learning at an appropriate pace through creativity, exploration, and acceptance.
Teachers at The Gardner School are required to pass stringent background screenings and complete extensive and ongoing development and training. Staff members are trained in CPR and first aid, pass state examinations, are screened properly, and receive ongoing training and professional development. The program uses two-tier levels of security, has an open-door policy for parent check-ins, and teachers stay with the classroom for continuity and consistency. A parent communications app allows teachers to share photos and updates with parents in real time, and the program holds parent/teacher conferences twice a year.
The Gardner School serves young children and their families in Colorado, Illinois, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Ohio, Tennessee, and Virginia. It is not a franchised organization and describes consistency throughout its schools in leadership, environment, and educational philosophy.
Parent testimonials describe positive experiences with teachers, communication, and the school environment. Parents mention daily updates and photos, long-term enrollment starting in infancy, engaging curriculum, and a sense of community. Several parents state that they recommend The Gardner School to others and refer to it as a second family.
Last updated May 14, 2026.
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