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Garden Sprouts

Pre-K

Garden Sprouts Pre-K

Nature Play and Learning

Garden Sprouts Pre-K transforms the Garden into an outdoor living laboratory, offering a unique learning experience for 4- to 5-year-olds.

Garden Sprouts’ approach integrates nature play, enabling children to observe, explore, and engage with the natural world, fostering a sense of wonder and encouraging discovery and experimentation. Through this hands-on, experiential method, children are introduced to essential Pre-K topics, preparing them for transition to Kindergarten. 

Click here for more information about the Garden Spouts Pre-K philosophy.

For questions, contact gardensproutsprek@hsvbg.org.  

Application

Registration for Spring 2025 is open!

Our unique, nature-based Pre-K program offers children aged 4 to 5 the opportunity to learn through hands-on exploration and discovery in an outdoor classroom.

Registration for the Spring 2025 Semester (January 6 – May 23, 2025) is open! A non-refundable application fee of $100 is required to apply and secure your child’s spot.

Spots are limited, so don’t wait to register!

 Please contact us at gardensprouts@hsvbg.org for more information.

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Learning in Nature

What makes Garden Sprouts Pre-K different from other Pre-K programs?
  • All classes take place outdoors in the Garden’s living laboratory.  
  • Nature-play philosophy is the basis for the learning experience.  
  • A hands-on approach is used to encourage discovery and experimentation. 
  • Program design allows children to enjoy freedom in learning, guided by parameters set by the instructors. 
  • Curriculum is nature themed, allowing the children to explore key Pre-K topics through exploration of nature.  
  • The children spend at least 70% of their time outdoors each day. 

What Parents Say

Exceeding Expectations

“I knew as soon as I learned of Sprouts that I wanted my daughter to attend. It is not only nature-based, but in our beautiful botanical garden, with the classroom overlooking the butterfly garden! Every day we receive a dozen pictures or more of their activities and a weekly printed summary. The children are picnicking daily, getting to take their time exploring, observing, and playing in the gardens together with caring and thoughtful teachers. Sprouts has met my expectations and exceeded my hopes!”

Diverse, High-Quality Education

“When I discovered the Botanical Gardens offered a Pre-K program I was delighted, and with each passing week, I am so happy with our choice to enroll our son. The teachers are kind, personable, and patient. The curriculum has been thoughtfully curated to provide an enriching learning environment, while fostering space for the children to explore and grow in their own curiosities. Each week brings new opportunities for my son to learn and build relationships, all while being immersed in nature and its invaluable benefits. As a parent, Garden Sprouts Pre-K gives me the peace of mind that my child is receiving a diverse, high quality education, and that is priceless!”

A Genuine Sense of Community

“Our family couldn’t be happier with our experience here at Garden Sprouts! Beyond academics, the preschool places a strong emphasis on building leadership, teamwork, and cooperation, fostering a genuine sense of community. It’s amazing to see how every child is encouraged to thrive in their own way, supported by an ideal teacher-to-child ratio that allows for plenty of personal attention. We’re so grateful for the kindness, friendship, and community that this preschool has instilled in our child—it truly feels like an extended family, where each child feels seen, valued, and inspired to grow.”

At a Glance

  • Spring Semester: Jan. 6 – May 23, 2025
  • Days of the Week: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 
  • Ages: 4-5 (Must be of age by September 1st) 
  • Time: 9 AM to 1 PM (8:30 AM drop off and pick up by 1:15 PM)
  • Closures 
    • Spring Break: Mar. 10 – 14, 2025*
    • * STEM Camps are available for ages 4-12     

    Tuition and Fees

    Members  

    • $400 per month ($100 per week) 
    • Sibling rate*: $300 per month ($75 per week) 

    Non-Members  

    • $500 per month ($125 per week) 
    • Sibling rate*: $400 per month ($100 per week) 
    • Save now and become a member! 

    *Sibling discount only qualities if both are registered for the same semester. 

    Monthly tuition is due on the 15th of each month. $100 application fee is due at  checkout per child to secure a spot. 

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    Registration & Cancellation

    Registration  

    Pre-registration is required and must be done online. Credit card payment is required to pay the application fee to secure your child’s spot. Checks or credit cards are accepted as monthly tuition payments and are due on the 15th of each month. If payment is not received by the 20th of the month, a $30 late fee will be processed.

    Cancellation Policy 

    Please notify gardensproutsprek@hsvbg.org of your child’s withdrawal by the 10th of the month you are choosing to withdraw. After the 10th, tuition payments will not be refunded for that month. Application fees are not refundable.

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