Four Reggio Emilia inspired preschool programs in convenient Santa Cruz locations.
SOQUEL • WEST • MIDTOWN • THE FARM
Discovery Midtown
Discovery West
Discovery Soquel
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Our Reggio Emilia inspired program in the Midtown neighborhood of Santa Cruz offers another beautiful program with highly qualified educators. With a peaceful play space under the shade of giant redwoods, yet right in the middle of town, this convenient location offers the awe-inspiring environment we strive to create.
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Discovery Preschool and Family Center brings Reggio Emilia inspiration to the Westside of Santa Cruz in a sweet neighborhood home. Educators design curriculum to meet the children’s interests and needs, instilling a deep love for learning!
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This central location is convenient for commuters between North and South County. Reggio inspired, with creative educators who are dedicated to progressive approaches to education. A collaborative hub for fellow ECE educators and an inspiring environment for our children, as young as 2 years old.
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Located on Sims Rd. between Santa Cruz and Scotts Valley. This Reggio inspired half day program (8:30-1:00) is a home/ farm-based program with a mixed age classroom of children as young as one year old. Each day educators create learning experiences with our natural environment, caring for animals, and the earth
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Tuition
NOW WITH EXTENDED HOURS, 8:00am until 5:30pm (only at Soquel)
Open 8:00-5:30 Monday thru Thursday and Fridays 8:00-1:00
Half Days 8:00-1:00 and Full days 8:00-3:30
Site Directors: Susie Sakkestad and Allison Andrews
discovery
2025/26 CALENDAR
discovery
Open 8:00-3:30 Monday thru Thursday and Fridays 8:00-1:00
Half Days 8:00-1:00 and Full days 8:00-3:30
Site Director: Alice Young
discovery
Open 8:00-3:30 Monday thru Thursday and Fridays 8:00-1:00
Half Days 8:00-1:00 and Full days 8:00-3:30
Site Director: Karyn Schmidt
Farm inquiries must be directed to the below email.
info@thefarmdiscovery.com
Open 8:30-2:30 M-F
Half days 8:30-1:00 and Full days 8:30-2:30
Site Director: Finnessa Watkins
the
the wider range of
possibilities
we offer children, the more intense will be their motivations and the richer their experiences.
– Loris Malaguzzi
"Discovery West has allowed my child lots of natural, exploratory play. She enjoys going to school where not only her brain is nourished, but her heart."
"Ah-mazzzing! As soon as you walk in you feel the love and care put into the space and for the children!"
Review our website, send in your application, tour one or more of our beautiful sites and become a part of the family! We look forward to receiving your application.
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