Our Mission
We believe that children learn best through play and meaningful relationships with peers and loving adults. As we follow the child’s lead, we continually adapt our environment, allowing children to experience and develop a deep love of learning. The tools for healthy, respectful social interactions are modeled, taught and applied. We foster a sense of wonder with opportunities for discovery, experimentation, risk taking and the experience of all emotions. We value and accept each child’s developmental stage and unique style. We collaborate with families to provide a safe and welcoming village that bridges a child’s experience at home and school. When a child or family is in need of additional support, we empower them to meet their needs, provide in house educational resources if available, and share helpful resources within our greater community. We understand that the health of a family supports the health of the child.
St. Mark’s is a place where:
Children begin to develop a lifelong love of learning
Children PLAY
Children are empowered
Children learn through experience and discovery
Children’s early literacy is valued and encouraged
Children learn to trust and are trusted
Children’s natural creativity and curiosity are fostered
Children and adults become a peaceful community of learning, sharing their joy and wonder
“I cannot imagine our lives without St. Mark’s. It is so much more than a preschool. It is immersion in a community of trust and support, with a bottomless well of love and respect for all children.”
— Joanie Blackwell