Little Genius In-Home Pre School
Creative Learning. Inspired by Play & Nature.
Ages: 2.5 Years Old to Kindergarten
• Sherwood Park, AB Pre School
Why choose us?
Our Core Values
The core of Little Genius is Learning.
Learn And Play
With the criteria of playing and learning together, children will have an amazing experience.
Nutritious Snack
Children's snacks will be provided..
Great Teacher
An experienced and dedicated teacher will help your child develop more in all aspects.
Fun Environment
The colorful and broad learning environment, brings out the best in each child.
Enroll Your Child @ Little Genius - In Home Pre-School
Little Genius will help your child develop comprehensively in all aspects.
Where Play, Nature, and Creativity Blossom.
Step into a world where learning is an adventure, right in the comfort and warmth of a nurturing home environment. At Little Genius, we believe that childhood is a time for boundless discovery, and our program is thoughtfully designed to ignite your child's natural curiosity through the power of play, the wonders of the outdoors, and the magic of creative expression. We provide a unique in-home preschool experience where little hands explore, imaginations soar, and every day is an opportunity for joyous growth and meaningful connection.
Our Vision
Our vision at Little Genius is to cultivate a vibrant, nurturing, and inspiring in-home learning environment where every child's innate curiosity is celebrated. We envision a space where play is purposeful, the outdoors are an endless classroom and creativity knows no bounds empowering young learners to develop a deep love for discovery, a strong sense of self, and the foundational skills to confidently navigate their world with joy and imagination.
Our Mission
Our mission at Little Genius is to provide an enriching in-home preschool experience that fosters holistic development through play-based learning, immersive outdoor exploration, and unbounded creative expression. We are dedicated to nurturing each child's unique potential, encouraging curiosity, building foundational skills, and cultivating a joyful love of learning in a warm, secure, and stimulating environment.
Things For Kids
Kids Activites
Our teaching offers strategies for building positive relationships, helping children develop self-regulation and responding to challenging behaviors.
What We Offer
Our Engaging Class Curriculum
Our curriculum isn't a rigid, one-size-fits-all approach; it's a dynamic, emergent journey inspired by each child's natural curiosity. We believe that the most meaningful learning happens when children are actively engaged and intrinsically motivated. That's why our program seamlessly weaves play-based learning, immersive outdoor exploration, and unbounded creative expression into every aspect of our day. You'll see us counting acorns to build math skills, developing literacy through nature journals and shared stories, and fostering problem-solving as we design elaborate forts outdoors. Our indoor and outdoor spaces are thoughtfully arranged with open-ended materials that invite experimentation, critical thinking, and imaginative play. This flexible, child-led approach nurtures confident, curious learners and cultivates a lifelong love of discovery, all while building a deep connection to the world around them.
Learning by play is the most natural and effective way for young children to develop. Our approach isn't about worksheets or rote memorization; it's about harnessing a child's innate curiosity and desire to explore. Through imaginative play, whether it's building a towering castle indoors, digging for "treasure" in our outdoor space, or creating stories through art, children are actively constructing knowledge, developing problem-solving skills, and building crucial social-emotional connections. Play is their work, and we provide a rich, open-ended environment that allows them to lead their own learning journeys, making discoveries that are truly meaningful and lasting.
The greatest classroom often has a sky for a ceiling. Our program deeply integrates nature play and learning, transforming our outdoor space into a dynamic arena for discovery. Children spend significant time exploring, investigating, and interacting with the natural world. Whether they're observing insects, tending to a small garden, building imaginative structures from natural elements, or simply enjoying the sensory richness of the outdoors, these experiences foster a profound connection to the environment. This hands-on engagement in nature not only strengthens physical development and problem-solving skills but also ignites curiosity and creativity, encouraging a lifelong appreciation for the world around us.T
Creative Learning is at the heart of everything we do. We believe that true understanding and innovation stem from the freedom to imagine, experiment, and express. Our environment is a vibrant studio where children are encouraged to explore a rich array of materials, from paints and playdough to natural elements gathered from our outdoor explorations. Whether they're constructing fantastical worlds during play, composing unique songs, or bringing their wildest ideas to life through art, we celebrate every child's unique voice. This approach not only nurtures artistic skills but also builds essential problem-solving abilities, critical thinking, and the confidence to approach challenges with imagination and originality.
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Playing While Learning
Our Classes
With Little Genius, we always strive to put FUN in learning!
What do parents say about us
Testimonials
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About
The Teacher
Hello! I'm Jolie, and I'm delighted to lead Little Genius, my in-home preschool. With degrees in General Studies and Education from Brandon University, plus experience teaching English in Taiwan, I've crafted a unique program. We focus on hands-on, sensory, and nature play, alongside building strong skills in early literacy and numeracy. As a mom of two boys who loves the outdoors, I believe in keeping classes small and fostering an active, creative learning space for all our little geniuses!!
Jolie (Palmer) Smeland
Director/Owner/Teacher
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