A warm, Bank Street inspired program where children learn through play.
creativity and discovery
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Our Approach
Walk into the Enchanted Garden and you’ll know instantly why children love to learn here. For more than thirty years, we have instilled a sense of wonder about the world and a love of learning in an environment of joy and kindness.
Rooted in the philosophy of New York’s Bank Street College, a world leader in the field of early childhood education, our play-based program nurtures the whole child emotionally, socially, intellectually, and physically.
Our students learn through art, music, storytelling, sensory play, movement, and creative exploration. Math and reading skills are taught in ways that are fun, engaging, and feel natural to
the students. Our hands-on science curriculum includes experiments, cooking with Chef Noah, nature study, and gardening. We introduce students to the richness of the wider world through stories, songs, traditions, artifacts, and activities reflecting different cultures.
Children spend lots of time outdoors every day in our unique and fanciful playgrounds, where children explore, move, imagine, and connect with the natural world. Outdoor experiences support physical development, coordination, and confidence, while also encouraging curiosity, observation, and scientific thinking. Our indoor gyms ensure children stay active all year long.
Our teachers design thoughtful experiences that support each child’s individual growth. Through both guided instruction and open-ended exploration, they help children develop self-confidence, creativity, and a love of learning. Our students enter kindergarten with the social and literacy skills needed to thrive. For older preschoolers, our transitional kindergarten offers a gentle, developmentally appropriate bridge to elementary school.
✨ Schedule a tour today and discover a warm, play-based preschool where children grow through creativity, belonging, and joyful exploration.
For more information or to schedule a tour:
Email: enchantedgrdn@gmail.com
Call: 203-894-1987
Outdoor Play and Nature Exploration
Individual Attention & Transitional Kindergarten
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A play-based preschool program for children ages 3 to 5 years
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Morning Half-Day: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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Full Day: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
New Flexible Schedule Options:
Now offering Morning Half-Day and flexible
3, 4, or 5 day options for Studio One
Enchanted Garden (Studio Two)
📍 529 Ethan Allen Highway, Ridgefield
Twos Program
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Full Day: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
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Optional Extended Day: 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
Preschool Program
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Full Day: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
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Optional Extended Day: 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
A nurturing first school experience for children ages 22 to 36 months
A warm, play-based preschool program for children ages 3 to 5
Preschool students may also enroll in after- school enrichment classes including Crafting, Music, Dance, STEM, Spanish Immersion, and more
Early Bird drop-off is available from 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM for both Twos Program & Preschool Program
TESTIMONIALS
We have watched our daughter thrive at the Enchanted Garden. She returns home each day feeling happy and confident, full of stories and lessons — a tribute to the care and sensitivity that always fills your space. We are impressed with the thought, creativity, wisdom, and humor that fill each day at the Enchanted Garden.
—Samantha R. & Jay Zaslow
It has been amazing to watch Noah grow, change, and become such a special boy. You gave him the time, love, and space he needed to bloom — and challenged him to think both creatively and critically.
—Meg & Jeff
The teachers encouraged Mackenzi’s natural inquisitiveness and allowed her to learn and grow in a supportive and nurturing environment. She is creative, imaginative and eager to learn and explore — qualities that arise from The Enchanted Garden’s approach to education.
—Kim Macko