With 24 years in business, Growing Tree Childcare and Preschool was established in the Inner Richmond district in 2000. Our second facility, located in the Outer Sunset district, opened its doors in 2014. Our third facility will be located in the Inner Richmond district, scheduled to open its doors in 2025.
Our holistic curriculum integrates child development, bilingual language, academics, play, and performing arts. We prioritize social-emotional, physical, cognitive, and language development while honoring each child's individuality and family needs.
No prior Chinese language is required of either the child or the family. Our program offers children the opportunity to learn Mandarin in an activity based environment with our experienced bilingual teaching staff in a very large setting.
Yes, there is approximately 5000 square feet of outdoor play area. Outdoor play offers play structures, basketball hoops, seesaw, and bikes. Children will also experience outdoor planting and explore natural living things in their science learning program
Children are not required to be potty trained in our program. Children will begin potty training when they are ready. Our trained staff will provide the best support by teaching and assisting.
We serve nutritious homemade meals and provide snacks in accordance with food requirements by the U. S. Department of Agriculture. While ensuring the healthy development of the children in our care, we introduce children to family style food consisting of meat and vegetables, milk, fresh fruits, and we are a nut free zone.
An onsite Administrative Director will be present each day primarily answering phones and interviewing prospective families.
We communicate regularly with parents to keep them updated with their child's progress and development. Staff will engage briefly with parents daily to communicate about their child's day at pick up time. If additional time is required, parents may set up an appointment for a teacher-parent's meeting.
Absolutely! Our staff enthusiastically welcomes parents as visitors and volunteers. Parents can freely observe classroom activities and are encouraged to participate in various events such as holiday parties, field trips, arts & crafts, and school showcases. We value collaboration with parents, listening to and respecting their cultural values, preferences, and ideas.
Yes, children can participate in field trips to various local destinations such as the library, pumpkin patch, and zoo to see farm animals. Permission slips will be sent home for parental approval. It's a wonderful opportunity for parents to volunteer and join their child's special outdoor activities.
You can find daily schedules for each class on our program pages, categorized by infants, young toddlers, toddlers, and preschoolers. Please note that schedules are subject to change if necessary.
Yes, all our toys and activities are carefully selected to be age-appropriate, challenging, multi-functional, and safe. Our indoor discovery play zone fosters the development of social skills, problem-solving abilities, concentration, coordination, and creativity in children.
There is a waiting list and there is no cost for waiting list placement. Parents are notified immediately once a space becomes available. Then, if parents accept the space available, a processing fee is required to finalize the enrollment into the program. For comprehensive information on the enrollment process, you may view the Admission link on our homepage.