Program overview.
Harbor Light Early Education offers a warm, play-based learning environment for children ages 2 to 6 years old. Families can choose a schedule that works best for them, with flexible 1- to 5-day options available each week. Our core program runs from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, with optional extended care until 5:00 PM to support a variety of family needs.
We’re here to grow alongside your family—at your pace, with your priorities in mind.
A day in the life at Harbor Light.
Each morning at Harbor Light begins with something simple yet powerful: coming together. Our daily class meetings set the tone for connection, reflection, and shared purpose. In this intentional gathering, children build social awareness as they listen to one another’s voices, confidence as they share their own stories, and curiosity as questions spark new paths of discovery. This consistent ritual offers comfort and predictability. And predictability, as we know, is grounding. It helps children feel safe, seen, and ready to take on the day with courage.
We cherish the rhythms of the day, but we also make space for wonder—especially outdoors. Whether they're painting the nature they are seeing outside, planting seeds in the garden, or exploring their own limits, children spend at least a third of their day outside, with even more time depending on their interests and the projects at hand. Nature is not just a backdrop here—it’s an active teacher.
Our curriculum lives in the everyday. It emerges through play, conversation, exploration, and collaboration—across ages and settings. Whether your child is joining a small-group investigation, taking part in a class-wide project, or following their individual spark, our educators guide and support learning that is intentional, inquiry-driven, and grounded in real experiences. We balance a deep respect for child-led interests with meaningful preparation for the world ahead.
And because a well-fed body supports a well-fed mind, nutrition matters here, too. We honor the importance of whole, nourishing foods by integrating healthy eating into our daily routines. Meals are an extension of our learning—an opportunity for children to discover, discuss, and enjoy food in a way that promotes lifelong wellness.
At Harbor Light, children don’t just attend a program—they help create it. Each day is an invitation to wonder, to connect, and to grow.
Mix-age philosophy.
At Harbor Light Early Education, we proudly offer a mixed-age learning environment—and we absolutely love it! Our program brings together children ages 2 to 6 years old, creating a vibrant, collaborative community where younger and older learners grow together.
By learning side-by-side, children naturally develop empathy, independence, and communication skills. Older children gain confidence as role models, while younger ones are inspired and supported by their peers. This nurturing, family-like setting fosters curiosity, cooperation, and a deep sense of belonging.
We believe that learning is a shared journey—and we're excited to welcome your child to grow with us!