Reggio-inspired long-form projects and studio art
All Programs
3 – 4 years
Preschool Discoverers
Where projects, friendship and imagination become the shape of the day.
The preschool years are a season of stories, questions and beginnings. Children move through project work, art studios, gardens and small-group inquiry — always with an adult who listens more than instructs.
7:30 AM – 5:30 PMRedmond · Bend
Ratio
1 : 8
Group size
16 children
Hours
7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Campuses
Redmond · Bend
Signature Experiences
Nature journaling, gardening and outdoor inquiry
Trilingual literacy, storytelling and vocabulary in EN · ES · ASL
Curriculum
Four pillars, one unhurried day.
01
Project-Based Learning
Reggio-inspired long studies that follow the children's questions across weeks.
02
Emergent Literacy
Storytelling, phonological play, print-rich environment and family literacy nights.
03
Studio & Nature
Watercolor, clay, botanical journaling and Central Oregon field studies.
04
Community & Character
Grace, courtesy, conflict resolution, gratitude rituals and service-learning.
A Day in the Life
Rhythm, not schedule.
Every day is anchored in predictable, calming rhythms — with generous space for wonder, choice and rest.
- 1Multilingual morning meeting and Sign of the Week
- 2Long project blocks: art, science, storytelling, building
- 3Outdoor inquiry — river, tree, mountain and garden themes
- 4Emotion regulation practice and cooperative problem solving
- 5Reflective closing circle and family-shared learning moments
Frequently Asked
Questions parents ask us.
Is this a Montessori or Reggio program?
Neither exclusively. We honor both traditions and layer in nature-based inquiry and trilingual immersion.
Do you use screens?
No screens for children. All learning is hands-on, outdoor and relational.
How do you handle transitions to Pre-K?
Children move up when developmentally ready; families receive a written readiness plan.
How is progress tracked?
Portfolios, observation notes and biannual family conferences — never standardized testing.
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.