Practical-life materials that grow independence and confidence
All Programs
15 months – 3 years
Toddler Explorers
Where curiosity finds its feet — and the world becomes an invitation.
Toddlers are scientists of the everyday. Our environment gives them beautiful, real materials and calm adults who narrate, invite and honor their fierce need to try things themselves.
7:30 AM – 5:30 PMRedmond · Bend
Ratio
1 : 5
Group size
10 toddlers
Hours
7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Campuses
Redmond · Bend
Signature Experiences
Nature walks, sensory baskets and outdoor movement daily
Trilingual songs and emerging vocabulary in English, Spanish and ASL
Curriculum
Four pillars, one unhurried day.
01
Practical Life
Real tools, real work — pouring, sweeping, dressing, plant care, food prep.
02
Nature Immersion
Daily outdoor time, seasonal walks, garden work and Central Oregon field trips.
03
Trilingual Language
English, Spanish and ASL woven into songs, routines and Sign of the Week.
04
Emotional Coaching
RIE-informed language for big feelings, cooperative problem solving and self-regulation.
A Day in the Life
Rhythm, not schedule.
Every day is anchored in predictable, calming rhythms — with generous space for wonder, choice and rest.
- 1Morning circle with signs, songs and greetings in three languages
- 2Practical-life stations: pouring, sorting, dressing, washing
- 3Outdoor exploration and nature discovery walks
- 4Family-style meals and unhurried rest routines
- 5Emotion coaching and gentle language for big feelings
Frequently Asked
Questions parents ask us.
Do toddlers need to be potty-trained?
No — we partner with families through the entire process, at each child's pace.
How much outdoor time do they get?
At least two outdoor blocks daily, weather-appropriate. Rain and snow gear provided.
How are meals handled?
Family-style meals prepared on-site, with allergen accommodations and daily menus shared in the portal.
What if my child cries at drop-off?
We provide a structured, gradual transition with primary caregivers and daily check-ins for the first two weeks.
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.