Holistic Development Program
Holistic Development Program
Our Holistic Development Program is for kiddos aged 18 months to 3 or 4 years old (depending on when they are ready for the next program).
Purpose of this Program
This program is play-based, nature-based and child-led. We want kids to be kids! We want them to play, use their imaginations, get dirty, make friends, laugh, run around and just BE. We offer activities, but at this age, if they don’t want to participate, that’s OK! We don’t want to interrupt any magic that is being created by them.
Benefits
Low ratio - There are 3 teacher to 17 children, allowing for meaningful one-on-one connections
The snacks served are gluten free and mostly organic
We spend most of the day outside! - but safety always comes first during extreme weather
We have a yoga teacher come in once a week
We have a music teacher come in once a week
We do crafts regularly
We garden
We LOVE, LOVE, LOVE!
What our customers are saying
an extension of our family
Mama Melli has become an extension of our family and our daughter talks about her, as well as the other teachers and her new friends, all the time. When asked who she wanted to invite to her birthday party this year, her first response - "Mama Melli!"
-Kristen M
beyond grateful
We are beyond grateful for all the strong, confident foundations Melli and her amazing caregivers have inspired in our children. Our littles are stewards of nature, make healthy food choices for their own bodies, know how to diplomatically interact with their peers, love yoga and music, all thanks to this one-of-a-kind enchanted farm environment.
-Lindsay
genuinely invested
Our son is safe and is LOVED here. Each day ends with a hug, kiss and “I love you!” from Melli and the other teachers. You can really tell that they are genuinely invested in his trust and wellbeing and I feel confident in leaving him under their care.
-Allison
Ready to get started?
Discover the difference a nature-infused, holistic childcare experience can make for your child. Contact Mama Melli Childcare Center today to learn more about our programs and schedule a visit! We can't wait to welcome your family.