When our visionary founders established Willow, one of their primary purposes was to instill strong communication skills in our students through a language arts program rooted in literature. Today, our curriculum guides students to read fluently, write clearly and...
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Multisensory Phonics: Hands-On Learning & Literacy Development
Learning how to read and write is a complex process. While learning to speak is a natural process that requires little instruction, our human brains are not hardwired to learn how to read and write and it therefore requires direct, purposeful instruction. To guide...
Sign Up for Our FREE Toddler & Me Sprouts Series!
Step into a world of wonder with Willow Sprouts, our FREE program tailored for little ones aged 20 months to 4 years and their parents or caregivers.
Benefits of Preschool in an Age 3 to Grade 8 School
It’s your child’s first time in a classroom! But how different is your child’s preschool program from the rest of their school experience? Investing in a preschool program that thoughtfully integrates your three- or four-year-old into the broader school community can...
What to Read This Summer: Books for Every Age
Summer is an ideal time to play outside, explore your child's passions, enjoy time with friends and family, and get lost in books! But what should you read this summer? We are pleased to share our 2023 Willow Summer Reading List for all students, preschool to eighth...
What to Read This Summer: Books for Every Age
Summer is an ideal time to play outside, explore your child's passions, enjoy time with friends and family, and get lost in books! But what should you read this summer? We are pleased to share our 2022 Willow Summer Recommended Reading List for all students, preschool...
What to Read This Summer: Books for Every Age
Summer is an ideal time to play outside, explore your child's passions, enjoy time with friends and family, and get lost in books! But what should you read this summer? We are pleased to share our Willow Summer Recommended Reading List for all students, preschool to...
Webinar: Why is Self-Directed Learning Important in Pre-K?
Why is self-directed work so important for preschool students? Attend our free webinar on January 21 at 4pm led by our preschool teachers to discover why choice, independence, and carefully created activity options are so important for learning at this young age....
Register for Our Preschool Small Group Open House
See what makes our preschool classrooms a great place for our youngest students to learn and grow! Join us for our Preschool Small Group Open House. Meet our preschool teachers and our Director of Enrollment Management, Lisa VanderVeen, as you explore our engaging...
What to Read: Books for Every Age
Looking for a great book for your child while you're at home? Willow teachers (and middle school students) have put together this list of recommendations to find that just-right book for your children. These titles are grouped by age range and genre. Some titles can...