At this age it’s all about character building, social relationships, and imagination! These amazing kiddos are learning through purposeful play which fosters individual expressions, and are really starting to develop their own unique personalities and beginning to form their own ideas by mimicking what they see around their natural world!
Classroom Environment
Each of our Adventurers are a unique personality, with their own pace and preferences. Our teachers take the time to learn who your child is, and to meet them where they are.
We prioritize building strong relationships through positive modeling, patience, kindness, and genuine care, to create a foundation of trust. In this environment, children can embrace their curiosity, grow in confidence, and engage with the world around them knowing they are safe and cared for.
Breakfast, Snack & Lunch Schedule
Parents will provide a nutritious Lunch for their Adventurer from home daily, including breakfast if needed for early Breakfast Club drop-offs. Peppertree Cottage House provides healthy nutritious snack mid-morning and mid- afternoon! Breakfast and Lunch is not provided by Peppertree Cottage House.
Adventurers will have their breakfast supported before 8:30 am., mid-morning snack at 10:30 and mid-afternoon snack at 3:00. Lunch is supported at 11:45 each day, eating together with their classmates.
Parents should provide their Adventurer with a labeled water bottle to drink from throughout the day. We will refill the water bottle as needed with fresh filtered water!
No food or drink sharing is allowed between children. This ensures your child’s dietary safety, especially those with food allergies.
Napping and Bedding
As part of their developmental growth, Adventurers are offered a regular nap schedule, roughly two-hours midday between 12:30pm and 2:30pm.
We offer comfy mats during nap time. Mats are covered with a fresh sheet and blanket, parent provided. All nap items are sent home at weeks end for washing and returned to school the following week.
Children who are growing out of their need for naps are required to rest quietly for a minimum of 30 minutes. Many children fall asleep during this rest period, however, those who do not may have quiet activity while laying on their mat.
Diaper Services and Potty Training
Adventurers are typically potty-trained by this stage of life, however, we do support the training process whenever needed, providing diapers/pull-ups and wipes. There is an extra charge for support and training in this area.
Our staff is patient and kind, understanding that this process happens when the child is ready.
Play and Enrichment
At Peppertree Schools we know that play is a critical part of a child’s development.
Our Pre-Kindergarten Program is designed to provide our Scouts with a variety of activities through our L’l SMMARTIES program that support their development. In our focus rooms and activity centers, Adventurers will have the opportunity to engage in small group play where they can build, craft,explore, and pretend. We also make sure to provide plenty of outdoor playtime where they can practice playing in larger groups, and increase their social skills.
Be sure to check our Parent Resources Page to find some fun ideas you can try at home!
Communication with Parents
We believe in open communication with parents. We encourage parents to share what their child likes to do and any concerns they may have. Our teachers work closely with parents to support their child’s development. Parents and families will enjoy monthly Calendars of Events as well as fun and engaging News Letters, The Peppertree Post!
Parent Teacher conferences are offered twice per year, and we encourage parent meetings whenever needed!
Contact Us
If you would like to learn more about ours Programs at Peppertree Cottage House or Enroll Your Child, please contact us at
(408) 356-3211or email us at cottagehouse@peppertreeschools.com.
We look forward to hearing from you and nurturing your little ones to their fullest potential!
Pre-Kinder Program
Adventurers
At the Cottage House for Ages 3.5 years - 4 years
