Academics
Early Childhood

Preschool (Rainbow)

The Rainbow Classroom is a joyful, engaging space where young children feel safe, seen, and inspired to explore their world with wonder.

Ages 2.9-4
Welcome to the Rainbow Classroom

The Rainbow classroom is a nurturing space where our youngest learners begin their journey of discovery, independence, and creativity. Rooted in a Reggio-inspired philosophy, we cultivate an environment that encourages curiosity, risk-taking, meaning-making, and a love of learning. For many children, Rainbow is their first experience in a school setting, and we take great care to support a smooth transition for both children and their families.
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Each morning begins with uninterrupted time to explore thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor spaces.

These spaces are filled with open-ended and thought-provoking materials that invite inquiry, problem-solving, collaboration, and focus. Children take the lead in their learning, developing agency as they engage in activities that spark their curiosity.

As the day unfolds, we gather in small inquiry groups to delve deeper into shared interests, strengthening skills such as turn-taking, listening, and speaking in a group. Weekly specialist classes—including library, studio, and ecological literacy—enrich their learning and expand their understanding of the world around them.

Lunch in small groups within the classroom offers a relaxed space to build social connections, practice conversation skills, and discover new tastes and textures at their own pace. We close our day with a reflection circle, where children have the opportunity to share their discoveries and celebrate their learning together.

Sample Flow of the Day

Meet the Team

List of 8 members.

  • Photo of Daphna Klugman

    Daphna Klugman 

    Director of Early Childhood Education
  • Photo of Kelley Cochran

    Kelley Cochran 

    ECE Teacher
  • Photo of Zarmeen Gulgee

    Zarmeen Gulgee 

    ECE Support Teacher
  • Photo of Gina Hinck

    Gina Hinck 

    ECE Teacher
  • Photo of Kim Kumnick

    Kim Kumnick 

    ECE Teacher
  • Photo of Shauna Maraccini

    Shauna Maraccini 

    ECE Teacher and Licensing Coordinator
  • Photo of Anna Rainsford

    Anna Rainsford 

    ECE Teacher
  • Photo of Lauren Sanders

    Lauren Sanders 

    ECE Auxiliary Teacher
The School admits students of any race, color, and national 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, or national and ethnic origin, in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, tuition assistance programs, and athletic and other School-administered programs.