Social & Emotional Development
Nurturing Young Hearts & Minds
Meeting Every Child Where They Are At
At Take-A-Break, we believe that education is about more than just academic benchmarks; it’s about the heart. Since 1983, our mission has been to provide a nurturing environment where children don’t just learn—they thrive.
Social-emotional development is the cornerstone of everything we do. By focusing on how children navigate their feelings, build relationships, and gain confidence, we prepare them for a lifetime of success both in and out of the classroom.
Our Philosophy: The Power of Play
We believe that "one fleeting moment of joy will last a lifetime." Our curriculum is built on the Power of Play. Through structured and unstructured play, children learn the essential "soft skills" of life: empathy, resilience, cooperation, and problem-solving.
In every classroom, our highly trained staff maintains excellent child-to-adult ratios to ensure every child receives the individual attention they deserve.
Explore Our Classrooms
Every stage of childhood brings new emotional horizons. Explore our specialized programs designed to support your child’s unique developmental journey.
In our infant care, the primary goal is security. Through gentle sensory exploration and consistent bonding, we help our youngest learners feel safe enough to begin discovering the world around them.
Focus: Emotional regulation, sensory awareness, and secure attachment.
As toddlers find their "walking legs," they also begin to find their voices. We support this transition by encouraging self-expression and helping them navigate their first social interactions with peers.
Focus: Language development, parallel play, and identifying basic emotions.
Two-year-olds are natural explorers. Our curriculum channels their boundless energy into positive social habits, teaching them how to share, take turns, and manage big feelings in a supportive space.
Focus: Social boundaries, independence, and cooperative play.
In these formative years, play becomes more complex. We guide preschoolers as they build deeper friendships, solve social conflicts, and develop the emotional maturity needed for a classroom setting.
Focus: Conflict resolution, empathy, and self-confidence.
Our Universal Pre-K (UPK) and Preschool programs focus on "the whole child," providing a vibrant setting for children to develop the collaborative skills required for their first formal school experiences.
Focus: Social integration, emotional maturity, and holistic growth.
Our Kindergarten program is designed to instill a love for learning while fostering the independence and leadership skills necessary for the transition to elementary school. We ensure they are academically ready and emotionally resilient.
Focus: School readiness, leadership, and advanced social skills.
For our 1st graders and up, we provide a "home away from home." Our before and after school programs emphasize community, helping older children mentor younger peers and develop a strong sense of self.
Focus: Mentorship, community responsibility, and emotional resilience.
Ready to Join the Take-A-Break Family?
We are proud to be the #1 Chosen Child Care Center in East Boulder County (2024). Whether you need full-time care or specialized backup services, we are here for your family.
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