Red Barn Academy — Loomis, CA

Red Barn Academy

Red Barn Academy is an early childhood center that uses a Reggio Emilia–inspired, nature-based approach with on-site farm and outdoor learning spaces. The center operates year-round and offers full-day schedules and a summer program.

About

Overview

Red Barn Academy provides full-day early childhood care with an emphasis on hands-on, nature-based learning. The program operates year-round with an academic year and a separate summer program.

Approach & curriculum

The program follows a Reggio Emilia–inspired philosophy that emphasizes creativity, independence and exploration using the natural environment. Classroom instruction incorporates hands-on learning and developmentally focused materials; the curriculum list includes Handwriting Without Tears and a modified kindergarten curriculum for transitional kindergarten.

Facilities & outdoor learning

An on-site farm and garden are used for daily learning and animal care activities, including opportunities to care for animals and participate in composting and planting.
Outdoor learning spaces support sensory exploration, active play, coordination and teamwork.
An art atelier is provided as a dedicated creative space for open-ended art and hands-on exploration.

Programs

Academic Year

The academic year runs August through June.

August- June

Art Program

An atelier space supports creativity, fine motor skills and problem solving through open-ended art and hands-on exploration guided by an art instructor.

Early Preschool

Curriculum is designed to be fun and to work with each child at their individual level, encouraging independence and learning through play.

2-3 years

Farm Life/Ag Program

On-site farm and garden activities include caring for animals and growing fruits and vegetables, guided by an Ag Specialist; the program also provides farm-fresh eggs and produce for families to take home.

Full Day program

Full-day care is offered.

5, 4, 3 or 2 days

PreK

Focused on kindergarten readiness and academic confidence while encouraging social and emotional development.

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