Guiding the Next Generation of Confident, Creative Problem Solvers
Our unique program unifies children, parents, and teachers into a community that learns together.
Welcome to
Growing Place
At Growing Place, we believe that the most profound learning happens when children, families, and educators come together as partners in discovery. Our approach honors each child's innate wisdom while creating rich opportunities for growth, connection, and joy. Join us in nurturing the next generation of confident, compassionate, and creative problem solvers.
Rooted in Care, Growing with Purpose
We see your child not as they are, but as they're becoming. In our caring learning communities, every moment is an opportunity for growth, every question sparks deeper understanding, and every child's unique voice is celebrated and heard. Through intentional relationships and meaningful experiences, we cultivate resilience, empathy, and the joy of lifelong learning.
Each of our three campuses offers a distinct personality while sharing our core commitment to child-centered education. From nature-rich outdoor classrooms to cozy indoor creative spaces, our environments are thoughtfully designed to inspire wonder, support diverse learning styles, and foster deep connections between children, families, and educators.
Our Learning Communities
Marine Park Campus
Nestled beside a city park, this campus offers abundant natural light, lush outdoor classrooms, and rich opportunities for nature-based learning.
Ocean Park Campus
A welcoming neighborhood setting with inviting atelier spaces, outdoor exploration areas, and a strong sense of community connection.
Early Childhood Lab School
Our collaborative Lab School on the SMC campus pairs innovative early education with beautiful, modern environments designed to inspire inquiry and discovery.
Our Philosophy
Learning is a collaborative adventure. Our skilled educators act as guides and co-investigators, supporting children's natural curiosity while introducing new challenges and perspectives. Through project-based exploration, authentic problem-solving, and plenty of time for reflection and play, children develop not just academic skills, but the confidence and creativity needed to navigate an ever-changing world.
Child-Centered Learning
We follow children’s questions and interests, creating projects that evolve naturally and meaningfully.
The Hundred Languages
We encourage many ways of expressing ideas, through art, movement, storytelling, and play.
Connection to Nature
Our outdoor environments invite curiosity, wonder, and a lifelong relationship with the natural world.
Collaborative Inquiry
Children, teachers, and families learn together in a culture of listening, respect, and shared discovery.
What we believe
Strong foundations for a better future
Learn how we help children develop into confident, compassionate, and creative problem-solvers.
Curious Children
We believe children are competent learners capable of engaging fully with the ideas and the world around them. Children learn to develop and grow to their fullest potential in an environment that is emotionally secure, socially complex, and educationally challenging.
Intentional Teachers
Teachers have the ability to make a difference in each child’s experience. Our teachers implement daily practices that are intentional in promoting cognitive and social strategies. These skills support the development of confidence, empathy, and creativity in young children.
Partners with Parents
When parents are actively involved in their preschooler’s early childhood educational experience, not only do the children benefit greatly, but teachers do as well. Our partnerships with parents contribute to a vibrant community.
Join Our Community
Whether you're ready to enroll your child, interested in joining our team of passionate educators, or looking to support our mission, there's a place for you at Growing Place. Together, we're building something beautiful—a community where children flourish, families connect, and learning never stops.