ABODE Peoria draws inspiration from the Reggio Emilia and Montessori philosophies. We provide a secure, enjoyable preschool and daycare where care, development, and learning converge seamlessly. We believe that early childhood is a time of natural exploration and discovery, where young children learn through hands-on experiences, recognizing that every child learns differently.
Our programs cater to children from infancy to 6 years old.
Focuses on fostering self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy, and social skills, which are essential for building positive relationships and emotional well-being.
Cognitive Development
Emphasizes activities and experiences that stimulate cognitive growth, including language development, problem-solving, critical thinking, early literacy, and numeracy skills.
Physical Development
Supports the development of gross and fine motor skills, coordination, and physical health through active play, movement, and exploration.
Language and Communication Development
Prioritizes activities that promote language acquisition, communication skills, vocabulary expansion, and literacy development, laying the foundation for effective verbal and nonverbal communication.
Play-Based Learning
Embraces play as a central component of early childhood education, recognizing its importance in fostering creativity, imagination, problem-solving, social skills, and overall development in young children.
Our Approach
Learn to Play, Play to Learn
COMMUNITY
Community guides everything we do.
We believe in building and maintaining a strong sense of community. We encourage the active participation of families and staff in all facets of life at ABODE.
CURIOSITY
We nurture children's natural curiosity, encouraging exploration and discovery through hands-on, experiential learning preparing them for a lifetime of learning.
GROWTH
We cultivate considerate, ever-evolving thinkers, ready to make a difference in their world. Each day is a canvas for curiosity, creativity, and social-emotional growth.
Outdoor Education
Imagine the wonder and excitement children feel when engaging with nature through hands-on experiences. Our outdoor learning program enhances their connection with the environment, fostering curiosity, environmental awareness, and developing physical skills.