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Yes, absolutely. We believe the best curriculum is one that breathes and adapts to the children in the room, not one that comes from a corporate binder. Our "homegrown" curriculum is authored by our veteran educational team and is fully aligned with the Gwinnett County Academic Knowledge and Skills (AKS) and Georgia Early Learning and Development Standards (GELDS). This allows us to meet the specific developmental needs of our students while ensuring they are fully prepared for our local elementary schools.
We view readiness as a combination of academic skills and emotional confidence. Our program is designed to ensure children leave us with the literacy and math foundations they need (like phonemic awareness and number sense) plus the executive function skills that help them thrive in a classroom—like following multi-step directions, self-regulation, and independent problem-solving. We focus on sending well-rounded, capable scholars to Kindergarten.
We believe it isn't an "either/or"—it's both! Research shows that young children learn complex academic concepts best when they are actively engaged. We practice "Purposeful Play," where our teachers guide students through hands-on activities that build deep understanding in math, science, and literacy. Whether we are counting seeds in the garden or writing stories about our nature walks, your child is learning through doing.
You might pick up your child and find a little paint on their nose or mud on their knees—and we celebrate that! It means they have been hard at work. Sensory-rich play (like digging in our garden or mixing colors) is essential for brain development, fine motor skills, and creativity. We recommend sending your child in comfortable play clothes so they are free to explore without worry.
No, we are proudly independent and locally owned. Harvest Learning Academy was founded by a veteran educator with over 20 years of experience right here in our community. Being independent means every decision we make—from the books in our library to the food on our menu—is based on what is best for our children, not what a corporate handbook dictates.
Our owner is on-site and actively involved every single day. We believe in visible, accessible leadership. You will see us at the door during drop-off, in the classrooms supporting teachers, and available to answer your questions. We are not just running a business; we are nurturing a community.
We know that stability is vital for young children. Because we are a teacher-led school, we strive to be a "destination workplace" for career educators. We treat our staff with the professional respect they deserve, which helps us attract and retain teachers who are passionate about early childhood education. Many of our team members have been teaching in this area for years.
To protect our "preschool family," we enforce a strict 24-hour symptom-free policy. Children must be free of fever, vomiting, and diarrhea without medication for a full 24 hours before returning to school. We ask for your partnership in this to keep our classrooms healthy and safe for everyone.
Yes! We subscribe to the motto: "There is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing." We believe nature is the best classroom, so we go outside daily unless there is a severe weather advisory. We ask parents to provide seasonal attire so our students can experience the joy of the changing seasons firsthand.
We practice "Conscious Discipline" and positive guidance. Instead of "time-outs" or shame, we use "time-ins"—helping a child find a calm space to co-regulate with a teacher. We view challenging moments as opportunities to teach social-emotional skills, like naming feelings and using words to solve problems.
Yes. We understand that every family's needs are different. Please contact us for more information about our current scheduling options to discuss how we can best serve you.
No. We want children to be comfortable and free to move. We encourage simple, washable play clothes and closed-toe shoes that allow for running, climbing, and painting.
We would love to show you around! Because we are focused on the children during the day, we schedule tours by appointment to ensure we can give you our full attention. You can schedule from the Visit Harvest page directly through our website or by giving us a call.
