The Beauty of Mixed Ages Classes

The children in our classes range in age from 3 to 6. Developmentally, this represents a very large span of abilities and challenges. However, it also allows for a beautiful organic, internal growth for all of the children. In her article Mixed Ages in the Kindergarten: Oldest and Youngest Together, or Not?, Nancy Blanning writes, "In a mixed-age grouping, the little ones bring their sweetness and wide-eyed admiration for the competence and achievements their older classmates demonstrate. Their presence helps the kindergarten retain its connection to real home situations with children of all ages in the family, offering opportunity for developing patience, tolerance, flexibility, and generos

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Office Hours: 8am-4:30pm

Phone: (904) 241-3259

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The Playgarden, Inc. admits students of any race, color, national origin, and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs (#CO4DU0093).  A copy of the official registration and financial information may be obtained from the Division of Consumer Services by calling toll-free 1-800-HELP-FLA or online at www.FloridaConsumerHelp.com, registration does not imply endorsement, approval or recommendation by the state. Registration #CH42628