Our Approach

At Little Atelier, we believe that the early years are a canvas for lifelong growth. Rooted in the Reggio Emilia philosophy, our approach centers on nurturing creativity, exploration, and individualized learning. We design our physical spaces with care—inviting and warm—to create a safe haven where every child is encouraged to explore, express themselves, and engage with the world around them.

Our educators serve as guides and mentors, carefully observing each child's unique interests and developmental needs. By fostering strong, respectful relationships, we create a dynamic environment where learning is a natural, joyful process. Here, every activity is a step toward building not only cognitive skills but also the social and emotional foundations that empower lifelong learning.

Our Mission

Our mission is to inspire and empower young learners to become confident, creative explorers. We are dedicated to providing a nurturing, child-centered environment where every moment sparks curiosity, self-expression, and a lifelong love of learning.

Words from Our Families

  • "When I think about it, “Little Atelier of Young Children” is really all that its name suggests. It is a place where children are treated with respect, awe, and kindness. They are encouraged to be little artists, experimenters, and explorers–in a workshop environment designed to foster their creativity and independence. What the name doesn't describe is the comfort the two teachers, Ms. So Yeon and Ms. Esther provide, to make the school a warm and welcoming place for their little students."

    Holly Brown
    Parent of a former 3-year-old student

  • "For thirty-one years I was an early childhood and elementary school teacher as well as a staff developer and teacher trainer for the United Federation of Teachers...The moment I met the instructors Ms. So Yeon and Ms. Esther, I realized why the children were having such a wonderful time. The children are being cared for and educated by extremely nurturing, loving, creative, highly intelligent and socially conscious people. I was very impressed by how they encourage the children to work together, play together and of course, have fun, which develops their social emotional skills and their self esteem."

    Linda Brown
    Grandparent of a former 3-year-old student

  • "Excellent preschool in the Reggio Emilia tradition with an attentive, warm and creative faculty. Little ones are gently lead from an unstructured home environment into a structured yet child-lead and child-centered preschool setting. The parent community has been welcoming and supportive from the start...I am happy to know that my little guy is transitioning smoothly, as the teachers welcome him warmly at drop off, and do a great job of communicating with me verbally about his day at pick up."

    Natasha Racic
    Parent of a former 2.5-year-old student

  • "Our son has a very hard time transitioning. However, the caring teachers at Little Atelier consistently provided a level of care and compassion that has made his transition easier. The teachers are warm and welcoming, and the facility’s environment feels more like a family house than a preschool.

    Angel Chin
    Parent of a former 4-year-old student

  • "We were looking for a safe, loving, professional, respectful, stimulating nursery and preschool for our precious daughter. What we found was all that and more in Little Atelier. I can' t speak more highly of Mrs. So Yeon. She is a talented teacher that teaches with love, creativity and care. We felt like our daughter was more than taken care of and was developing a love for learning that would be a foundational springboard for her future years. It has truly set the bar for her future schooling."

    Marie Fulgham
    Parent of a former 4-year-old student

  • "My granddaughter attended Little Atelier when it first opened and from the moment we stepped into the school, I felt it was a magical place. More importantly, Kate found it magical and loved every moment she spent there. She was always treated with kindness and respect by the staff. At Little Atelier, there were always interesting and creative activities to engage the children. More importantly, though, Kate learned empathy, how to get along with others, and to respect other's feelings and wishes."

    Vivian Sicherman
    Grandparent of a former 4-year-old student

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