Our Philosophy

At Hollis Preschool, we believe that play is the heart of how children learn and grow. Through play-based learning, children explore the world around them, build important skills, and discover their unique interests—all while having fun.

Play-based learning is a teaching approach that uses play as the foundation for learning and development. It’s more than just fun and games (though there's plenty of that too!). In our classrooms, you’ll see children building with blocks, dressing up for imaginative adventures, exploring nature, painting masterpieces, and solving puzzles with friends. Each of these playful moments is packed with opportunities to learn.

Through play, children naturally develop -

• Social skills like cooperation, sharing, and empathy
• Language and communication by expressing ideas and asking questions
• Problem-solving and critical thinking as they explore and experiment
• Fine and gross motor skills through movement, building, and hands-on activities
• Creativity and imagination by pretending, storytelling, and making art

Our teachers carefully design the environment and activities to support learning goals while following each child’s interests. That means learning happens in a way that feels joyful and meaningful to your child. We help children make sense of the world around them by providing a safe, supportive space to explore and practice what they learn.

At Hollis Preschool, we celebrate curiosity, creativity, and connection through every playful moment! Our play-based program encourages children to explore, experiment, discover, and solve problems in imaginative and playful ways. Through playful discovery, children can find joy in learning which helps them reach their fullest potential.