A Small School with a Big Heart.

At Castlewood Community Preschool, we hold a deep respect for each child's individuality and innate curiosity. We understand that children learn best when they are free to discover and create at their own pace, surrounded by caring adults who support and guide their journey. Our approach is rooted in the belief that play is the foundation of learning, and every activity is designed to spark joy, foster creativity, and build essential skills.

What makes Castlewood Community Preschool Different

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We are a Parent Cooperative

You are your child’s most valuable resource, and we want you to be a part of their preschool journey. Active parent involvement creates a more supportive and effective learning environment, benefiting students, teachers, and the school community as a whole.

Girl playing with blocks.

Our Play-Based, Creative Curriculum.

We use a comprehensive, research-based curriculum that features inquiry, exploration, and discovery as the foundation of all learning. It brings meaningful interactions and learning to life in our classrooms.

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We connect with the outside world.

Our outside learning environments connect children to their outside world.  We have outdoor classrooms, a playground, and 5 acres for the children to explore! Outdoor environments often involve group activities, which help children learn to cooperate, negotiate, and resolve conflicts. It’s a great setting for developing social skills and building friendships.

What our families are saying…

  • "I cannot sing your praises enough. I have told everybody I know, if they want the perfect preschool they need to go to Castlewood. XX wakes up every morning and asks if it's a school day and if not, how many more sleeps till she gets to go. Ms. Amanda and Ms. Becka have been an incredible blessing and we are so happy we found you. You have done an incredible job with Castlewood. Thank you for all you do to create such a loving environment."

  • "I could not be more grateful for the environment you have created at your school. If someone were to ask me to design my absolute dream preschool, it would be Castlewood. From the outdoor space, to the amazing teachers you employ, your preschool is nothing short of an incredible learning experience where so many little ones get to start their adventure in education. 

    You have poured your heart and soul into every single detail that makes your school so incredible, and those details do not go unnoticed. The curriculum, use of space, creativity, knowledge of early childhood development, safety protocols, and child based, supportive language are just a few of the amazing elements that come to mind."

  • "Castlewood Community Preschool has been such a blessing to our family. Our daughter, Hazel has absolutely thrived with the play-based curriculum. We absolutely love the teachers, staff and parent volunteers and how invested they are in teaching our daughter from every aspect - social, emotional, play, arts, crafts, handwriting, memory, movement and exploration. Their huge campus is ideal for learning both indoors and out! Hazel comes home everyday so excited to share what she has learned and experienced. She sings constantly and is working on her rhyming and sight words. We only wish our other daughters could have experienced this school for themselves!"

Is Castlewood Community Preschool right for your family?

  • Our school is licensed for children ages 3-5 years old.

  • Play-based curriculum designed to spark joy, foster creativity, and build essential skills.

  • Universal preschool program participant.

  • Outdoor classrooms, natural playgrounds, 5 acres of open space, nature trails.

  • The only parent cooperative preschool in Douglas County.

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