Early literacy, phonics and numeracy through hands-on work
All Programs
4 – 5 years
Pre-K Leaders
Where confidence, kindness and academic readiness rise together.
Pre-K at Stone River prepares children for kindergarten in the fullest sense of the word — cognitively, socially, emotionally and ethically. Independence is scaffolded; curiosity is protected.
7:30 AM – 5:30 PMRedmond · Bend
Ratio
1 : 10
Group size
20 children
Hours
7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Campuses
Redmond · Bend
Signature Experiences
Leadership rituals: helper roles, group discussions, mentorship
Trilingual conversation and pre-writing in EN · ES · ASL
Curriculum
Four pillars, one unhurried day.
01
Kindergarten Readiness
Concrete-to-abstract math, phonics, pre-writing and executive function scaffolding.
02
Leadership & Character
Helper roles, mentoring toddlers, group discussion and service projects.
03
Trilingual Fluency
Deeper conversation and pre-writing in English, Spanish and ASL — daily immersion.
04
Whole-Child Wellness
Yoga, mindfulness, nutrition awareness and social-emotional literacy.
A Day in the Life
Rhythm, not schedule.
Every day is anchored in predictable, calming rhythms — with generous space for wonder, choice and rest.
- 1Trilingual meeting and mindful start-of-day rituals
- 2Literacy and numeracy blocks with concrete materials
- 3Small-group leadership roles and community responsibilities
- 4Outdoor learning, movement and cooperative games
- 5Portfolio work, reflection and family conversations
Frequently Asked
Questions parents ask us.
Will my child be ready for kindergarten?
Yes — Pre-K graduates enter kindergarten reading, counting, self-regulating and confident bilingually.
Which kindergartens do your families choose?
Redmond & Bend public schools, Cascades Academy, Waldorf, and homeschool co-ops — we prepare children for all.
Do you offer a kindergarten year?
Not currently. We provide detailed transition plans to the school your family chooses.
How much time is spent on 'academics'?
Structured literacy & math blocks total ~90 minutes; the rest of the day is inquiry, play and outdoors.
Our Campuses
Two Central Oregon campuses.
Same philosophy, same trilingual foundation — each campus with its own character and light.
Visit
Redmond Campus
115 NW Greenwood Avenue
Redmond, OR 97756
In the heart of downtown Redmond — walkable, warm and nature-connected.
Visit
Bend Campus
63645 Scenic Drive, Suite 2
Bend, OR 97703
Along Scenic Drive — bright, elegant and softened by mountain light.
Open Monday – Sunday · 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Visit our classrooms in person.
A calm, unhurried private tour is the best way to feel what makes Stone River different.