We help children thrive by encouraging learning, building confidence and exploring curiosity
The Ortiz EduCare difference
Our curriculum is unique in the way that we do not follow one specific, but yet highlight from our best practice. Most lessons are inspired by rich diverse literature that is then translated into a wonderful teaching moment and experience for the students. It is our goal to raise good little people; make eye contact, be kind, do the ‘coat flip’, peel a cutie and learn a sense of independence that will carry them throughout their lifetime.
Ortiz EduCare incorporates research-based education frameworks that are tailored to each child’s needs
Program highlights
Dynamic enrichment themes
Ortiz EduCare offers a variety of enrichment classes to expand children’s minds and physical development. Your child will participate in music, dance, yoga & art classes throughout the week.
Engaging fieldtrips
We pride ourselves on outdoor time - outside rain or shine! Our goal is for all extracurricular activities to be educational and fun. Children have plenty of room to run and play and exert all that energy their little bodies build up throughout the day.
Wholesome food options
We love food! Through experience, we feel strongly about introducing and supporting healthy food choices. We always have a fresh fruit, healthy grain, all sourced from local farmer’s markets.
Stay connected & informed
The Brightwheel app is an easy way for us to communicate with families by sending notes, reminders, memorable moments, and messages throughout the day.
Our team gravitates towards books, music, art, and science to inspire a love of learning and these skills are interwoven within 7 developmental domains
As your child develops, our educators individualize the experiences and recognize ways to expand learning at their pace to enable a love of learning and growing.
Our staff is always working to understand your child’s individual traits, likes and motivations. They’re better able to find what lights up each child’s curiosity and enthusiasm for learning.
All of our educators are CPR and First-Aid certified.
Daily activities & calendar
Morning schedule
9:00 am: handover time with children
9:00 am: morning gathering time
9:20 am: potty break
9:30 am: morning meeting
9:50 am: small group
10:15 am: healthy snack
10:30 am: choice time
11:00 am: large group
11:15 am: potty break
11:20 am: outdoor time / gross motor
11:45 am: recall
12:00 pm: morning dismissal
12:10 pm: lunch
Afternoon schedule
12:40 pm: potty break
12:50 pm: outdoor play
1:30 pm: afternoon art
2:00 pm: afternoon snack
2:20 pm: choice time / outdoor play
2:45 pm: recall
3:00 pm: dismissal
2024-2025 calendar
Tues, Sept 3rd: first day of school
Thurs, Oct 31st: Halloween (half-day)
Tues, Nov 5th: no school/staff PD
Weds, Nov 27th – 29th: Thanksgiving
Mon, Dec 2nd: classes resume
Fri, Dec 20th: holiday party
Weds, Dec 23rd – Jan 3rd: winter break
Mon, Jan 6th: classes resume
Mon, Feb 17th - 21st: mid-winter recess
Mon, Feb 24th: classes resume
Mon, March 24th - 28th: spring break
Mon, March 31st: classes resume
Fri, May 9th: Mother’s day tea
Mon, May 26th: Memorial Day (no school)
Fri, May 30th: Last day of school
Ready to start your child’s learning journey?
At Ortiz EduCare, we believe in instilling a lifelong love of learning in children by engaging them in play-based learning that creates meaningful experiences that last a lifetime - join our learning adventure today!