​​​​Temecula, CA 92592, USA

(951) 240-7341

LIC#334840644​

Operating Hours: Monday thru Friday 8:00am to 5:30pm

     The Child Centered Home

            Wonder. Learn. Grow. 

To schedule a visit please contact Tammy Meyer at: (951) 240-7341 or teachertammy@childcenteredhome.com

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Environment: The Third Teacher

​At The Child Centered Home, our philosophy is inspired by the warmth and coziness of Hygge, the child-sized, sensory-rich spaces of Montessori, the nature-centered rhythms of Waldorf, and the intentional, beautiful environments of Reggio Emilia. Together, these approaches create a setting that is nurturing, inspiring, and deeply respectful of children—where they feel a sense of belonging while being free to explore, imagine, and grow.

In Reggio Emilia schools, the environment is considered the “third teacher”—a partner in learning alongside parents and educators. We embrace this belief by carefully designing both our indoor and outdoor spaces to invite curiosity, spark creativity, and encourage connection.

Indoor Learning Spaces
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Our indoor classrooms are arranged into thoughtfully planned learning centers that support every area of child development: creative, cognitive, social, emotional, physical, and language. Children are encouraged to make choices, fostering independence, decision-making, and self-confidence.

Library & Learning Centers: A wide variety of books and materials are always available, encouraging children to follow their interests and expand their knowledge.

Family-Style Dining: One classroom space transforms into a dining area where children share meals together. Here they practice serving themselves, trying new foods, and enjoying conversation with friends—developing both independence and community.

Rest & Renewal: After a morning of exploration, classrooms become cozy rest spaces. Inspired by Hygge, we create a warm, calming atmosphere where children can recharge. Most children nap, while others may enjoy quiet activities or books.

The Outdoor Classroom – The Heart of Our Program

Our Certified Nature Explore Outdoor Classroom is truly the heart of The Child Centered Home. We believe that anything that can be taught indoors can also be taught outdoors—and often, children learn best outside.

Here, children experience:

Physical movement and active play that build strength, balance, and coordination.

Hands-on learning activities that spark curiosity and problem-solving.

Rich social interactions that foster cooperation, empathy, and communication.

Connections across all areas of development through discovery and play.

Our outdoor classroom is an ever-evolving space, continually shaped by the children’s emerging interests. Just as Hygge inspires warmth and connection indoors, our outdoor environment celebrates joy, comfort, and togetherness in nature.

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