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Cultivating an Early Love of Learning

Oliver began preschool with Growing Together Preschool in 2014 when he was about six months old. Initially, Oliver did not show much separation anxiety when it was time for him to be dropped off, but it was only a matter of time before drop-off became a struggle for everyone. Because of the stress around drop […] Read more…

How GTP Prepares Students for Kindergarten and Beyond

Caleb attended Growing Together Preschool from 6 weeks old until kindergarten.  GTP’s staff are the most professional and considerate caregivers we’ve met.  To say that he was prepared for kindergarten is an understatement.  Caleb was afforded unique opportunities that most preschools do not offer, and he was far more socially developed and accepting of those who look, sound, and think […] Read more…

Growing (Up) Together and THRIVING

Our family is extremely grateful for Growing Together Preschool. Parker was born prematurely and spent time in the NICU. Like a lot of first-time parents, entrusting our tiny, precious baby with caregivers was very anxiety-provoking. From day one, we knew Growing Together Preschool was the right choice. Speech and motor delays were identified early for […] Read more…

How On-Site Therapy Led to “I Love You”

My daughter started GTP at 18 months old. She had only 2-3 words. She also would only eat 3 foods and didn’t want to play or be around other children. It was suggested to have her tested for therapy. At 18 months old, she was on a 9-12 month level. Almost a year later at […] Read more…

Judah – NICU Grad to GTP

When we were first looking for a daycare for our son, our number one concern was quality of care. GTP has far surpassed our expectations! As a NICU grad, we knew there could be some hurdles with his growth & development. The staff and teachers at GTP have helped us conquer every obstacle in our […] Read more…

Growing like Ivy

Ivy, a two-year-old in Ms. Cathy’s classroom, is a bright, funny little girl with long, strawberry blonde hair and an enchanting laugh. Ivy was referred to GTP by her previous care provider for our inclusive early childhood education and to receive therapy services while at school. In the short amount of time she has attended […] Read more…

What can you do with half a brain?

Logan joined the GTP family last year upon the recommendation from his physical therapist for immersion with typical peers and access to early intervention services during the day so that his mother could return to work during the day. Logan experienced seizures shortly after birth and was diagnosed with Hemimegalencephaly, a rare neurological condition in […] Read more…

He’s Come Even Further

Last year, we shared our friend, Aiden’s story. Today, we’re feeling nostalgic as Aiden prepares to move onto public school soon. Here’s an update on Aiden’s progress as he continues to grow and develop new skills. We are all astonished at how much progress Aiden has continued to make at GTP. He is so smart […] Read more…

Inclusion Keeps Sisters Close

Juno was born 11 weeks premature with Down Syndrome, weighing little less than two pounds at birth. Juno had an extended stay in the NICU before she was ready to go home, but luckily, she had a warm, loving family waiting for her. Juno spent the first year of her life at home, where she […] Read more…

Individualized, Nurturing Care Made All The Difference

Lauren and her family came to Growing Together Preschool beleaguered by difficulties. Lauren had grown up with some unique speech challenges: though she could inflect and speak with meaning, her phrases came out largely as babbling, with an occasional word anchoring her requests and statements to an idea. While her family could understand Lauren’s speech, […] Read more…