Now more than ever, children and nature need each other.  We value and trust each child's need for self-expression, right to move, unfurl and process at their own pace.  Stepping Stones Cottage supports the child's fundamental need to grow and develop through play, experimentation, conversation, sensory stimuli and real, tangible life experience, as well as academic applications.  These elements intertwine for the ultimate scholastic, social and emotional learning experience.  

Children are dandelions bursting through the pavement.  Our approach aspires to help raise children who are flexible, creative, resilient and empathetic.  Practicing primitive, traditional and creative arts, helps children foster creativity and identity; giving them wings to fly.

From the very start of their educational journey, we nurture each child's interests and provide non-stop opportunites for independent exploration.  As children learn through hands on experiences that incorporate a more thorough understanding of the world around them, they become effective problem solvers who trust in their own abilities.

Currently Accepting Enrollment Applications for Ages 2-6.

Hours of operation are M-F 7:30-5:30pm, year round.

Classes begin July 11th.

Located in Downs, Kansas.

Email: steppingstones_cottage@yahoo.com for more information.