Our Independent Clark County Preschool
Early Learning With Play, Wonder & Discovery
Clark County Child Care
Hands-On Exploration, Every Single Day
At Country Friends, learning happens everywhere. Children rotate through learning centers designed to spark curiosity. Outdoors, they climb, run, and discover the natural world. Every day is filled with purposeful, joyful exploration.
Clark County Early Learning Center
Our Programs
At Country Friends, we offer thoughtfully designed programs that grow with your child. We meet their developmental needs at every stage in a warm, nurturing, and engaging environment.
Bunnies (Ages 1.5–3)
Hours: 6:30 AM – 12:00 PM
or Full Day
Our youngest learners are welcomed into a gentle, caring space where they can explore, move, and connect.
The Bunnies program focuses on early social skills, language development, and sensory play—all at a pace that’s just right for toddlers.
Ponies (Ages 3–4, Full Day)
Hours: 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM
The Ponies enjoy a full-day, balanced routine of guided learning, free play, outdoor exploration, and rest. With a
focus on social-emotional development and kindergarten readiness, this group thrives in a supportive, play-rich environment.
Ducks (Ages 2.5–3)
Hours: 6:30 AM – 12:00 PM
or Full Day
The Ducks are busy discovering the world through hands-on play, stories, music, and movement.
This program builds on toddlers’ growing independence while nurturing emotional development and early cognitive skills.
Squirrels (Ages 4–5, Full Day)
Hours: 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM
The Squirrels are our oldest preschoolers, preparing for the transition to kindergarten. This program blends early academics with creative play, leadership opportunities, and nature-based learning to help children build confidence and skills for school and life.
Chipmunks (Ages 3–5, Half Day)
Hours: 6:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Perfect for families seeking a shorter day, the Chipmunks enjoy a rich preschool experience filled with discovery, play, and meaningful learning.
Daily themes and group activities encourage problem-solving, communication, and imagination.
Bobcats (School-Age, Before & After School)
Hours: 6:30–7:30 AM & 2:30 PM–Close
The Bobcats program supports school-age children with a safe, fun, and relaxed space before and after their school day.
We provide time for outdoor play, and creative enrichment activities in a comfortable, familiar setting.
Clark County Preschool
Learning Happens Through Play
We believe play is the work of childhood. Through play, children develop problem-solving skills, learn to collaborate, build language, and make sense of the world around them. Our educators guide and extend play experiences, turning everyday moments into opportunities for growth. This isn’t recess. It’s how young children learn best.
Clark County After-School Programs
We have before and after-school options for our Bobcats. These extended hours give working families the flexibility they need while giving children more time to play, rest, and connect with friends in a familiar setting.
Hours: 6:30–7:30 AM & 2:30 PM–Close
FAQs
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Country Friends uses a play-based, emergent curriculum. Our educators observe children's interests and developmental needs, then design experiences that extend learning in meaningful ways. We draw from research-backed early childhood practices rather than a rigid, scripted curriculum.
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Each day is organized around a consistent rhythm that helps children feel secure while allowing flexibility. Children move between self-chosen play, guided experiences with teachers, outdoor exploration, meals and snacks, and rest as needed. Learning unfolds through play, relationships, and everyday routines, with teachers adapting the day in response to children’s energy, interests, and developmental needs.
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Yes. Outdoor time is a priority at Country Friends. Children go outside daily, weather permitting or we say: rain or shine, to play, explore, and connect with nature.
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Learning centers are set up throughout our classrooms: art, blocks, dramatic play, sensory, literacy, and more. Children rotate through centers with guidance from teachers, who facilitate play and introduce new concepts based on each child's interests and readiness.
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Our campus includes age-appropriate classrooms, a garden, open play areas, and natural exploration spaces.