We believe children learn by doing
Investigate
We inspire children to learn by creating an environment full of opportunities. Children explore, investigate, create and discover. We believe that when children are treasured by the people they spend their time with and are excited by the activities available to them, they will reach for the stars.
Create
Our goal is to bring forth the curiosity already within each child by introducing ideas and concepts that inspire. Our bright, airy classrooms are packed with materials to engage. We draw from the experts in the field including Montessori, Reggio, Waldorf, and more. We don’t adhere rigidly to any single system.
Discover
At Little School each child’s initiative is recognized, celebrated, and supported. Children have the opportunity to try out a number of structured activities and materials that emphasize the use of all senses as they learn about the world around them.
About Little School
Friendships
Each child’s independence is recognized, celebrated and supported.
Our Community
Acts of kindness, giving back and environmental stewardship, these are all ways that children at Little School contribute to their community.
Your Family
The school is a place where parents should feel comfortable and inspired.
Academic Enrichment
Chickens and gardens and airplanes…everything is a subject for study.
Cultural Enhancement
Our goal is to make sure kids have the chance to feed their natural curiosity about the world around them.
Our Teachers
Our teachers ensure that every child feels gifted, respected, responsible and profoundly cherished.
Our Story
Little School was founded in 2005. After 20 years focused on supporting children and teens in the nonprofit field, Holly Gold pursued her dream of opening a school. She believes that children thrive when they are surrounded by adults who care for them and who are able to take the time to know them as individuals.
The team at Little School strives to create an environment where children and their parents feel inspired. The program draws from many pedagogies with the premise that children learn by doing.
The school has been able to support community families by expanding to 2 campuses in Rockridge and a new location in Berkeley. We invite you to be a part of our story!
Join Our Team
We are currently accepting resumes for teacher and director positions. Check out our listings on Indeed or reach out directly by sending us an email.