Common Questions

What ages do you serve?

Linden Learning House is designed for children ages 3–5 who are preparing for kindergarten.

What are your program hours?

We offer a half-day program, Monday through Friday, following a traditional school-year calendar. Specific hours are 8:00am to 12:00pm.

Do you follow a school calendar?

Yes, our program follows the MSD Washington Township school-year schedule, including holidays and breaks.

What does a typical day look like?

Each day includes a balance of structured learning and play. Children participate in circle time, early literacy instruction, hands-on math activities, social-emotional learning, free play, and outdoor time.

What curriculum do you use?

We use research-based programs to guide instruction, including UFLI Foundations for phonics, the Smekens Comprehension Playbook for reading comprehension, FLAME Math for early math skills, and Second Step for social-emotional learning.

Is this more like preschool or kindergarten?

Linden Learning House is a kindergarten preparation program that blends elements of both preschool and early elementary. It provides structured learning in a play-based, developmentally appropriate environment.

How many children are in the program?

We keep our group small to ensure each child receives individualized attention and support. Our enrollment cap is 12 students.

Is your program play-based?

Yes. While we include structured academic instruction, we strongly value play as an essential part of early childhood development. Children have daily opportunities for free play and outdoor exploration.

Do children need to be potty trained?

Yes, children should be fully potty trained before starting the program, but kids are kids and accidents happen, we will keep a spare set of clothes should the need arise.

Do you provide meals or snacks?

Daily snack is provided for all students, including a fruit and grain. Students should eat breakfast prior to arrival to school.

What is your approach to behavior and discipline?

We focus on teaching social-emotional skills such as problem-solving, empathy, and self-regulation. We use a positive, supportive approach to guide behavior and help children learn appropriate ways to express themselves.

How do you communicate with parents?

We maintain regular communication through Brightwheel. We believe in keeping families informed and connected to their child’s experience.

How do I enroll my child?

To get started, please reach out through our contact form to schedule a tour or learn more about availability. We will guide you through the next steps from there.

Is there a waitlist?

If the program is full, we do maintain a waitlist. Please contact us to be added and notified of openings.