Roots & Wings Nature Playschool
“Children learn from anything and everything they see. They learn wherever they are.”
California State Licensed Family Childcare Home
License Number 343621696
Our Program
Roots & Wings is a gentle, nature-rich preschool for children ages 1–5, inspired by play-based learning and meaningful relationships. We believe that curiosity is cultivated through connection—between children, educators, families, and the natural world. Our mixed-age environment fosters empathy, independence, and wonder, while our curriculum draws from Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Waldorf philosophies to support whole-child development. We have partnered with Wonderschool to provide a balanced nature based curriculum.
We honor each child’s unique rhythm and voice, offering a nurturing space where growth unfolds organically through storytelling, exploration, and joyful play. At Roots & Wings, we plant seeds of belonging and watch children soar.
building future generations one kind kid at a time
Our Philosophy
Child-Led, Teacher-Guided Learning
Learning starts with a spark of a child’s interest. We believe that children learn best through play, exploration, and relationships. Each day presents numerous opportunities to wonder, create, and discover. We offer a wide range of developmentally appropriate materials for science, math, art, sensory, language, cooking, books, games, and fine and gross motor activities, so children can explore the world in ways that are joyful and meaningful to them.
Family, Child, and Teacher: A Collaborative Trio
Parents are essential partners in a child’s learning journey. Together, we form a nurturing triangle of support. Roots & Wings Family Events bring us all closer together, from cozy holiday gatherings to adventurous overnight campouts, all designed to celebrate community and deepen connection.
Making Learning Visible
Through photos, videos, journals, and conversations, I document each child's learning and share it with our families to celebrate. These glimpses, capturing quotes, artwork, and joyful moments, help parents see their child’s growth, thinking, and creativity. With help from parent volunteers, we can create keepsake portfolios of their early years.
A Living Cycle of Reflection
Learning here is never static. We observe, plan, guide, and reflect daily to meet each child where they are. Early experiences shape the architecture of the brain, and when nurtured with care and wonder, they plant the seeds for a lifetime of joyful learning.
Childhood is a snapshot in time we cannot waste
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Childhood is a snapshot in time we cannot waste ·
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Social & Emotional
Healthy interactions with peers and adults
Identity and self-awareness
Empathy, emotional regulation, and impulse control
Understanding of social norms
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Perceptual
Gross and fine motor development
Sensory exploration and coordination
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Cognitive
Problem-solving and memory
Cause-and-effect reasoning
Number sense
Symbolic Play
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Language
Receptive and expressive communication
Appreciation for stories and print
American Sign Language
Pillars of care
Intentional
Affirming
Responsive
Frequently asked questions
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I accept child-action and have a very low parent payment fee.
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$57 in diapers
$53 potty trained
$28 school age am or pm
$35 school age full day summer
$175 one time enrollment fee
$135 annual supplies fee
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Mixed-age grouping with exploration and cozy hellos.
Full and Part-time options that support diverse family needs.
Year-Round enrollment with seasonal shifts in activities.
Community field trips to local area attractions including the Sacramento Zoo and other parks and museums.
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My goal is to help children build emotional awareness, confidence, and kindness. I gently guide them through conflicts, encourage problem solving, and support them in learning how to navigate social situations with empathy. I keep expectations clear and kind, without shame or blame.
