Classrooms

OUR CLASSROOMS

Each classroom at the CDL is thoughtfully designed to enrich children’s early learning experiences, with play at the heart of every opportunity. Inspired by Reggio Emilia principles, spaces feature natural materials, distinct learning areas, and reflections of children’s ongoing projects. Materials are rotated to follow children’s interests and support development. By treating the classroom as a “third teacher,” educators create environments that spark curiosity, encourage independence, and inspire collaboration.

Two early childhood professionals work with preschool aged children at a table in Purple Door at the Child Development Lab.
An early childhood teacher holds a baby while sitting on the ground with other babies and toddlers.

Blue Door

Infants & Toddlers

An early childhood professional works with a child at a table.

Green Door

Two to Three Year Olds

A woman in a pink coat and white hat kneels down to interact with two young children playing music in the outdoor classroom at the Child Development Lab.

Red Door

Three to Four Year Olds

Two early childhood teachers read to children in green door at the Child Development Lab.

Yellow Door

Three to Four Year Olds

Two early childhood professionals sit on the floor with preschool aged children as they play in purple door at the Child Development Lab.

Purple Door

Four to Five Year Olds

Fresh, nutritious meals

Our Food Program

Discover how our thoughtfully designed food program helps children build healthy habits and a love for nourishing meals. Learn what makes mealtimes at the CDL an important part of each child’s day.

A chef stands in a kitchen and carries prepared meals for children at the Child Development Lab.

Collaborative, Child-Centered, Unique

"I chose to join the CDL because of the collaborative environment, where best practices are modeled and valued. Child centered learning, professional growth opportunities and nurturing children through research based approaches make the CDL the perfect setting."

Two early childhood professionals talk in purple door at the Child Development Lab.

Expanding learning

Extracurriculars

At the Child Development Lab, learning extends beyond the classroom with a variety of enriching extracurricular activities like gardening, gymnastics, and music lessons. Click here to learn more about our extracurricular experience and discover all the opportunities available to your child.

A music teacher plays a guitar for preschool age children at the Child Development Lab.

Building Early Literacy Foundations

CDL Library

The CDL Library supports our commitment to building strong early literacy foundations by providing engaging, developmentally appropriate books for young learners. Through shared reading experiences and guided exploration, children develop language, comprehension, and a lifelong love of reading.

A children's library bookshelf with age-appropriate books.

Start Your Child's Journey of Discover Today!

At the Child Development Lab, your child will learn in an environment unlike any other—where play, education, and exploration are shaped by the newest insights from researchers and thoughtfully applied best practices.