Preschool
Will Prepare Your
Child For Life
Nurturing Care, Academics, Social-Emotional Learning, & More
Preschool in Springville & Payson
Personalized Attention from Nurturing Educators
In our preschool environment, class sizes are intentionally kept smaller than state-mandated ratios, ensuring that every child receives the focused and personalized care they deserve. This allows our dedicated teachers to deeply understand each child’s individual personality and learning preferences. With this tailored approach, your young learner is provided with the specific support they need to not only meet, but surpass their developmental milestones.
Fostering Kindness and Confidence Through Social-Emotional Growth
Our educators prioritize and cultivate social skills, guiding your child in mastering the essential abilities to communicate effectively, manage emotions, resolve conflicts, and develop empathy. By modeling and reinforcing these critical behaviors, we ensure your child learns to show kindness, respect themselves and others, and confidently advocate for their own needs, especially at a young age.
Cultivating Independence with Essential Life Skills
Your preschooler loves to do things for themselves. As your preschooler embraces their desire for autonomy, we nurture the development of practical skills that enhance their sense of independence. During this pivotal stage, they refine their self-care abilities, including toilet training, and learning valuable life lessons like preparing their own breakfast, cleaning up, and taking responsibility for their personal belongings.
Discover Early Academic Potential with Creative Curriculum®
In Utah, your child’s early education is elevated through the engaging and research-supported Creative Curriculum®. This play-based approach to learning allows children to dive into the core areas of literacy, math, science, and social studies through interactive hands-on activities, captivating stories, and memorable songs. As they engage with this comprehensive curriculum, they lay the groundwork for the essential skills needed for their upcoming school years, building the foundation for lifelong learning.
Improving Physical Development and Motor Skills with Daily Outdoor Play
To your preschooler, it may just seem like fun and games, but daily outdoor activities such as running, climbing, jumping, and imaginative play with friends are crucial for their physical health and gross motor skill enhancement. This essential playtime not only strengthens their bodies and problem solving abilities but also promotes significant development in their overall motor abilities, laying the foundation for a healthy, active lifestyle.
Laying the Foundation for School Readiness with Structure and Skill Development
By implementing a structured daily schedule, your preschooler learns to anticipate what comes next, easing their transition into elementary school routines. This environment not only familiarizes them with the concept of a consistent routine but also focuses on developing essential school skills. Activities such as lining up, following instructions, and mastering the basics of writing, cutting, and gluing are designed to equip your child with the necessary tools to succeed in Pre-K, kindergarten, and future academic endeavors.
Enriching Education through Art, Music, and Sensory Play in Payson and Springville
Our comprehensive educational approach includes a rich blend of art, music, and sensory play to create a well-rounded learning experience for your preschooler. Through engaging activities like exploring bug bins, interacting with visiting reptiles, diving into sensory learning stations, and expressing themselves with arts and crafts and music, your child has numerous opportunities to discover new interests and showcase their creativity. This hands-on environment fosters their cognitive development and ensures the formation of deep, enduring connections in their brain and builds a love for learning.
Nourishing Minds and Bodies with Healthy Preschool Meals
Our preschool program understands the importance of fueling young learners with nutritious and delicious meals, included in your tuition at no extra cost. We offer well-balanced breakfasts, lunches, and snacks to keep your child energized for a day full of learning and exploration.
Prepared fresh on-site by our dedicated cook, each meal is crafted with care, taking into account any dietary sensitivities and food allergies.
Enhancing Family Engagement with Our Parent App
Staying closely connected to your child’s preschool experience is effortless with our parent app, Kangarootime. This innovative platform enables our teachers to share delightful photos and videos of your child’s day, along with detailed reports on their activities, important classroom announcements, and updates on the curriculum. The app’s two-way messaging feature fosters a continuous, open line of communication between you and our staff, making it easier than ever to stay involved in your child’s learning journey. Additionally, the convenience of app-based payments simplifies managing tuition and fees. Together, we’re making it possible for families in both Payson and Springville to be an integral part of their child’s preschool experience.
Spotless Learning Environments
Our dedicated onsite staff maintains an immaculate setting for your child’s learning and play. Classrooms, play zones, and shared spaces are not only clean but sanitized to a sparkle, with daily deep cleanings ensuring a germ-free environment. This commitment to cleanliness safeguards your child’s health, allowing them to learn and explore in a pristine space.
Top-Notch Security With CCTV Cameras
Your preschooler stays safe and sound so that they can focus on learning, and you have peace of mind. State-of-the-art security measures, restricted access entrances, playground fences, and CPR-certified staff at our preschool ensure a safe learning environment, allowing children to focus on education while giving parents peace of mind.
Hear What Parents Have To Say...
"So far we love them and are happy with our decision!!!"
★★★★★
After looking at other preschools Discovery Tree in Springville was much nicer and more professional looking than the others. The added accessibility & communication through their app is awesome. Being able to pay on it and check on your child’s progress through the day is really helpful and reassuring (you got her to nap?! Awesome!). So far we love them and are happy with our decision!
- David Brinck
★★★★★
We love Discovery Tree! My daughter is always happy to be there and comes home in a good mood and talking all about her day. They have a good schedule that fosters learning, play, rest, and eating, which I think really helps set the kids up to have a good day and know what to expect. I am so glad we chose Discovery Tree to take her to, it is more than worth the extra drive we make from Provo. Thank you!!
- Reese Brinck
★★★★★
We know our son is safe, getting fed good meals, and that he is learning a lot, that he has good friends and high-quality teachers who remember him and care about him. The only time we had a little bit of trouble was mostly because our son was being insanely stubborn about potty training, but we communicated his needs to his teacher and she was responsive and supportive of our wishes for him, which we really appreciated.
- Camille Messick
★★★★★
DTA has been a wonderful place for our child to learn and grow. Great caretakers and leadership. So grateful that DTA does not require nap time for 4+ years old children. After calling dozens of daycare facilities, that does not require older kids to take a nap during the day-game changer for our child! Our child is anxiety free because there is no required nap time and they enjoy the activities, friends, and teachers they have at DTA.
- Jana
★★★★★
My kids have been in the summer camp 2 years now and they both absolutely love it. They ask me every year if they can go back. The summer camp has so much for them to do because they go out somewhere everyday. I like that they communicate over an app during the day so you always know where your kids are at, if there's any issues, and they send pictures. It makes me feel comfortable being able to see that during work.
- Kids Channel
★★★★★
The staff here is great. They are very attentive and helpful. You can tell they take pride in taking the very best care of the children. They go above and beyond and also make sure to plan fun events for the kids. They also host an annual Halloween party not only for those at the daycare, but the entire community. I would definitely recommend
- Breana Greenwood
★★★★★
I'm sure most parents can relate that choosing a daycare is a major task and oftentimes comes with uncertainty, fear and even guilt. They have played an incredible role in my children's lives and I am forever grateful that they have allowed me to be a working mom without the guilt - because my kids love this place! I have been able to know that my children were well cared for and loved in my absence. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!
- Andrea Hulse
★★★★★
My toddler went here for a year and a half and we were absolutely thrilled with our experience. He loved coming and the staff was always so friendly and prepared. They do a lot to help developing social skills and have so many fun learning activities for the kids. I would highly recommend for anyone seeking childcare, it worked great for my 9-5 job.
- Lauren Bush
"I have always been impressed by the staff and curriculum!!!"
★★★★★
My little guy has been going here for several years. They are really more like a school than a daycare. They have a set schedule with themes of the week and I'm always impressed with facts and things my son will randomly say to me about all kinds of topics. I've noticed him being way ahead of other kids his age that we have interactions with thanks to the teachers at Discovery. I recommend them to everyone who asks!
- Brent Corry
★★★★★
I LOVE DTA! Both my kids have been attending since they were only a few months old. I absolutely love how organized and maintained the facility is, how happy the employees are, and how happy my kids are to go every morning. I have not had very many concerns but when I do they are always addressed immediately. I have been very happy with my experience over the years and have recommended them to many of my friends and family.
- Heidi Rasmussen