Our program
Designed to help children realize their potential
Why us
The best early learning experience
At Sandcastle Park Children's Center and Day Care, we provide a holistic learning environment that empowers children to become confident, curious, and independent learners.
Our Montessori teaching methods, experienced staff, flexible programs, and safe and stimulating environment make us the trusted choice for childcare in Richmond.
Holistic approach
We take a holistic approach to learning that fosters children's emotional, social, and cognitive development, empowering them to become confident, curious, and independent learners.
Passionate teachers
Our experienced and caring teachers at Sandcastle Park are passionate about supporting children's emotional and social development, and guiding them towards academic success.
Attentive supervision
We provide attentive supervision in a safe and stimulating environment designed to encourage exploration and discovery.
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Infant
We emphasizes the importance of exposure to language and vocabulary, as well as foundational math skills through tactical sorting games, and includes activities such as storytime, socializing, gross motor play, and mindfulness naps to support social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Emphasis language and vocabulary
- Foundational math skills
- Social, emotional, and cognitive development
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Toddler
Our curriculum for toddlers is designed to support their expanding curiosity and independence, incorporating language and literacy development, foundational math skills, socialization, and play-based learning to promote cognitive, emotional, and physical growth.
- Promotes cognitive, emotional, and physical growth
- Emphasis on language and literacy development
- Play-based learning
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Preschool
Our preschool curriculum focuses on providing a well-rounded education through hands-on learning experiences, socialization, and intentional teaching of literacy, math, science, and creative arts, empowering children to become confident, curious, and independent learners.
- Well-rounded education
- Hands-on learning experiences
- Build confident, curious, and independent learners
Day care
Schedule
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Full days
Stimulating and nurturing learning environment that includes two snacks, hot lunch, and one set of uniform per school year; parents are welcome to purchase additional uniform pieces if needed.
- 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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3 Days/week
3-day curriculum provides a nurturing and stimulating learning environment that supports children's emotional, social, and cognitive development, empowering them to become confident, curious, and independent learners. Uniform, snacks and hot lunch included.
- 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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2 Days/week
2-day curriculum offers a stimulating and nurturing learning environment that supports children's emotional, social, and cognitive development, providing a foundation for their academic success and lifelong learning journey. Uniform, snacks and hot lunch included.
- 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
EXTENDED HOURS
Jr. K Program
We offer extended care between the hours of 8:00 am to 9:00 am and 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm. During this time, children are given the opportunity to enhance their development in Sandcastle Park's core curriculum with scheduled activity or free choice time
- 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
- 5:00pm - 6:00pm
We welcome kids from 0 to 36 months and 37 months to 6 years into our program.