Half-Day Preschool in Glen Mills

Expanding Possibilities & Changing Futures

Brighter futures begin at Ivybrook Academy Glen Mills, where we take an innovative approach to early childhood education. 

We believe that with the right resources and encouragement, children can:

• Find their voice
• Embrace their individuality
• Become compassionate citizens
• Prolong their attention span

An optimal early learning environment offers opportunities for:

• Exploration
• Creation
• Problem-solving
• Collaborative work with others

This deepens children's understanding of the world through meaningful social interactions, frequent reflection with peers and adults, and organized educational assignments and tasks. 

Our Educational Approach

At Ivybrook Academy Glen Mills, we honor and value children’s voices and celebrate their uniqueness by:

• Creating and implementing learning plans based on observations of the child
• Using the physical environment to stimulate and engage them

Our curriculum is dynamic and versatile. We offer a variety of programs to meet the needs of different age groups:

• Toddler Preschool
• Preschool for 2-year-olds
• Preschool for 3-year-olds
• Preschool for 4-year-olds

Our Glen Mills Preschool also offers a Summer Camp program featuring fun themes designed to help children learn while having fun!

Collaboration Fosters Compassion

Our approach to pre-schooling combines innovative techniques with time-tested methods to foster creativity and critical thinking. 

We incorporate various techniques and traditions, including: 

• The Montessori Method: Encourages self-directed learning and hands-on activities
• The Reggio Emilia Approach: Promotes exploration and expression
• The Discovery Program: Includes creative expression, library studies, and music and movement

Emphasizing collaborative learning environments, we promote small group work, encouraging teamwork and shared tasks.