Welcome to Oakhill Day School –
Where Little Minds Blossom!
At Oakhill Day School, each classroom is a carefully designed world where your child can learn, grow, and thrive. Our dedicated teachers nurture curiosity, creativity, and confidence through hands-on learning experiences in a warm and engaging environment.
From the gentle beginnings in our Ladybugs room to the exploratory adventures of our Schoolers, every space is thoughtfully crafted to meet your child’s developmental needs.
Come take a journey through our classrooms and imagine your child discovering, exploring, and excelling in a place where learning feels like an adventure!

Max Capacity: 18 children (per minimum standards)
Teacher-to-Child Ratio: 1:9
Word: Exploration
Step inside the Ladybugs Classroom, and you’ll find a space filled with warmth, wonder, and the gentle hum of giggles as tiny hands explore new textures, shapes, and sounds. Soft rugs invite curious crawlers and wobbly walkers to take their next confident step, while low, child-friendly shelves brim with colorful board books, sensory bins, and plush toys.
Our nurturing teachers guide little ones through sing-alongs, baby sign language, and interactive storytelling, helping them find their voice and express emotions. Through gentle routines, your child will gain a sense of security while beginning their exciting journey of discovery.
A Day in the Life of a Ladybug:
- Morning: Arrival, warm greetings, breakfast, and interactive circle time.
- Midday: Sensory play, music and movement, and outdoor stroller walks.
- Afternoon: Storytime, lunch, nap, snack, and free play in small groups.
- Evening: Dinner, closing activities, and warm goodbyes.
Max Capacity: 22 children (per minimum standards)
Teacher-to-Child Ratio: 1:11
Word: Discovery
Welcome to the Butterflies Classroom, where boundless energy meets endless discovery! Bright, sunlit spaces filled with puzzles, sensory tables, and pretend play areas spark the imagination of our eager two-year-olds. Here, every moment is an opportunity to learn, from building towers that teach early engineering skills to finger painting sessions that develop fine motor coordination.
This is a place where words begin to flow, as little learners expand their vocabulary through story time, songs, and hands-on play. Teachers gently encourage self-help skills like handwashing, sharing, and putting on their shoes—small but mighty steps toward independence.
A Day in the Life of a Butterfly:
- Morning: Arrival, greetings, breakfast, and sensory table exploration.
- Midday: Outdoor play, themed art projects, and group learning activities.
- Afternoon: Rest time, lunch, music and movement, storytelling, and snack.
- Evening: Dinner, free play, and winding down for pickup.
Max Capacity: 30 children (per minimum standards)
Teacher-to-Child Ratio: 1:15
Word: Growth
Step into the Busy Bees Classroom, and you’ll instantly feel the vibrancy and energy of three-year-olds eager to explore, create, and connect. This space is a bustling hub of hands-on learning, where children engage in dramatic play, construct towers with building blocks, and create masterpieces in the art corner.
Here, friendships bloom as children work together in sensory stations, role-play in the pretend kitchen, and solve simple puzzles that strengthen cognitive skills. Teachers introduce early math and literacy concepts through playful activities like counting games, rhyming songs, and scavenger hunts.
A Day in the Life of a Busy Bee:
- Morning: Arrival, breakfast, and interactive morning meeting.
- Midday: Outdoor play, literacy and math activities, and hands-on science.
- Afternoon: Quiet rest time, lunch, movement-based learning, snack, and creative play.
- Evening: Dinner, free exploration, and closing circle.
Max Capacity: 35 children (per minimum standards)
Teacher-to-Child Ratio: 1:18
Word: Imagination
The Dragonflies Classroom is a world of big dreams and bigger adventures. With learning centers designed to spark imaginative play, problem-solving, and creativity, our four-year-olds immerse themselves in storytelling, science experiments, and hands-on exploration.
Here, your child will trace letters in sand, build elaborate cities with blocks, and act out stories in a classroom puppet theater. Guided by caring teachers, they develop pre-reading skills, expand their social-emotional understanding, and sharpen their problem-solving abilities.
A Day in the Life of a Dragonfly:
- Morning: Welcome, morning circle, breakfast, and literacy exploration.
- Midday: Outdoor adventure, themed learning centers, and small group instruction.
- Afternoon: Rest time, lunch, hands-on STEM activities, snack, and creative play.
- Evening: Dinner, wind-down activities, and closing circle.
Max Capacity: 35 children (per minimum standards)
Teacher-to-Child Ratio: 1:22
Word: Readiness
The Kinder Prep Classroom is the launchpad for future success. It’s where young minds refine the skills they need to thrive in kindergarten and beyond. With structured learning centers, interactive storytelling, and engaging math activities, children hone their literacy, problem-solving, and social skills in a dynamic, supportive setting.
Here, children graduate with not just academic readiness, but the social-emotional tools to navigate friendships, challenges, and the exciting world ahead.
A Day in the Life of a Kinder Prep Student:
- Morning: Welcome, breakfast, calendar review, and phonics instruction.
- Midday: Outdoor physical play, STEM projects, and group work.
- Afternoon: Rest time, lunch, independent reading, snack, and creative arts.
- Evening: Dinner, social-emotional learning, and closing activities.
Teacher-to-Child Ratio: 1:26
Word: Leadership
Our Schoolers Program is where older children can unwind, explore, and grow in a dynamic and enriching environment designed just for them. Whether it's staying active on our basketball court, soccer field, or baseball field, or relaxing on our tree-covered deck, this program gives kids the freedom to discover their interests, make lasting friendships, and develop confidence.
For those who love team sports and physical activity, afternoons are filled with friendly basketball games, soccer scrimmages, and baseball practice, encouraging sportsmanship and teamwork. Our expansive outdoor spaces allow kids to run, jump, and play, while our auditorium provides a creative stage for performances, presentations, and group activities.
Need a quiet space to focus? We offer a dedicated homework and study area, perfect for tackling assignments, completing extra credit work, or diving into a favorite book. Our teachers provide homework assistance and a structured yet relaxed space for learning.
A Day in the Life of a Schooler:
- Morning (Before School Care): Arrival, breakfast, and optional quiet study or reading time.
- Afternoon (After School Care): Arrival from school, snack, and recreation time.
- Midday Activities: Outdoor play on the basketball court, soccer field, and baseball field, arts & crafts, and team-building challenges.
- Quiet Study Time: A dedicated homework area for assignments or extra credit work.
- Evening: Dinner, social activities, and wind-down time before pickup.
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