Preschool Program

Preschool Program at Juniperhaven Preschool in Bend, Oregon

A play-based preschool program for ages 3–5 that balances joyful exploration with kindergarten readiness. Guided by experience-based curriculum, our classroom invites curiosity, creativity, and confidence.

Where Curiosity Meets Kindergarten Preparation

Juniperhaven’s Preschool Room is where your child’s imagination, independence, and social-emotional skills truly begin to shine. Designed for children ages 3 to 5, our preschool program blends the freedom of child-led play with thoughtful structure and early academic readiness.

Whether your child is just stepping into their preschool years or preparing for kindergarten, our flexible, warm environment supports them exactly where they are.

Enrollment Options & Tuition

Full-time: $1400/month

3 Days/Week: $895/month

2 Days/Week: $625/month

A Daily Routine that Supports the Whole Child

We offer a predictable rhythm, not a rigid schedule. This allows us to follow the children’s interests while still honoring the importance of routines. Our preschool day includes:

Circle time with songs, stories, and group discussion
Learning centers and small group activities
Outdoor play twice daily, rain or shine
Family-style meals and snacks
Afternoon free play and creative exploration
Rest/quiet time for recharging

This structure helps children feel safe, while also giving them freedom to engage deeply with materials, peers, and ideas.

Experience-Based Curriculum with Monthly Themes

We use the Experience Early Learning™ curriculum as a framework, expanding it with teacher-led and child-inspired extensions. Our monthly themes build literacy, early math, motor skills, and cognitive development through:

Storytelling and song
Thematic art projects
Science and sensory exploration
Dramatic play and building
Group collaboration and problem solving

From building block castles to painting seasonal landscapes, every activity is designed to help your child learn through play and develop foundational skills that support school success.

A Play-Based Philosophy Rooted in Research

We believe that play is the work of childhood. Our classroom is intentionally set up with distinct, rotating centers that may include:

A cozy library and writing station
A dramatic play area that changes with the seasons
A block and STEM center for building and experimenting
A sensory table for hands-on discovery
An open art studio for creativity without limits
An indoor stage for movement, dancing, and performance

This approach not only supports learning, but nurtures executive function, problem-solving, and a lifelong love of discovery.

Social-Emotional Learning and Conscious Discipline

Social-emotional development is a cornerstone of our preschool program. We use Conscious Discipline® to help children build emotional awareness, empathy, and community values like kindness, responsibility, and respect.
In the Preschool Room, we focus on:

Teaching emotional vocabulary and self-regulation tools
Peer conflict resolution with teacher-guided support
“Safe Spaces” where children can calm down and reflect
Classroom jobs and shared responsibilities to foster cooperation
Celebrating helpful, kind behaviors

We approach every child with connection first—guiding them to grow socially and emotionally in age-appropriate ways.

Indoor & Outdoor Classrooms That Evolve With Your Child

Our 1,500 sq. ft. classroom is ever-changing, based on the children’s interests, seasons, and classroom themes. Likewise, our outdoor learning space transforms throughout the year—offering water play in summer, leaf collecting in fall, and imaginative adventures year-round.
We allow long periods of uninterrupted play to support deep engagement and creative thinking. Transitions are kept to a minimum so children can truly settle into meaningful learning and discovery.

No Pressure Potty Policy

Preschoolers are not required to be fully potty trained to join this class. We support each child’s unique timeline with compassion, consistency, and open communication. Accidents are handled without shame, and we work with families on plans that feel respectful and empowering. Pull-ups are fine if needed!

Meals and Communication

We provide breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack at no additional cost. Our menus are posted weekly, and we accommodate allergies and dietary needs when possible. Teachers share highlights of your child’s day at pick-up, and we’re always available for conversations, collaboration, or questions.

What to Bring for Your Preschooler

Please send:

Change of clothes in a labeled ziplock bag
Blanket for nap
Water bottle, labeled
Pull-ups or diapers if not yet potty trained
Outdoor clothes appropriate for the season

All personal items should be clearly labeled.

Ready to Grow, Explore, and Shine?

At Juniperhaven, we prepare your child not just for school, but for life: with confidence in their voice, tools to manage big emotions, and the creativity to imagine new possibilities.
If you’re looking for a licensed preschool in Bend, Oregon that nurtures your whole child, we’d love to meet you.

Preschool Program