Saint Timothy'S Episcopal Noah'S Ark Preschool

Noah’s Ark Preschool is a special place. It has been so valuable to my daughter during these formative years. She has gained so much confidence and great skills to prepare her for TK and beyond. The teachers and staff are incredibly sweet and engaged with the students. It makes me so happy to watch my daughter excited to go to school everyday and excited about learning. It is also an amazing community of families and has been a great way to get to know people in the area. Thank you Noah’s Ark!

Noah's Ark is a truly special place and my son has absolutely thrived here. Every morning he is excited to go to school and his face lights up once we turn into the parking lot. When my husband and I initially toured the school, we were blown away by how warm and inviting it is. We knew immediately this was where we wanted to send our son after touring many, many local schools. The school is located in the Diablo foothills and is truly beautiful. The children often do nature walks on the campus surrounded by beautiful mature redwood and oak trees. Noah's Ark strikes the perfect balance between play and education. They create a safe and nurturing environment where kids feel empowered to learn. Noah's Ark was my son's first school experience after the pandemic and the staff worked diligently and patiently with the kids who needed to catch up on social-emotional skills like sharing and learning to play and cooperate with their peers. Teachers are remarkably invested in the well-being of the kids, their families, and the tight knit school community. The teachers take the time to get to know the whole family and each kid on a personal level; understanding the child's interests, likes/dislikes, and what makes them tick. The student:teacher ratio is incredible and very low. The curriculum and educational experiences are intentional and hands on. They focus on reading/phonics, handwriting, science, and math using tactile experiences like baking, engaging with nature, and fun science experiments. They offer enrichments programs as well. My son just completed a month long program dedicated specifically to handwriting and it's remarkable how much progress he has made with his handwriting skills - and how much fun he had doing it! After two years at Noah's Ark, we feel completely ready to send him to kinder next year. The school highly values parental input and participation. I have become a better parent to my kid by learning from and partnering with the teachers at Noah's Ark. During our time here, there has been no teacher turnover which is very rare. Many of the teachers have been with the school for a long time - this speaks to the excellent leadership of the school and the quality and dedication of the teachers. The director, Mrs. Rastogi, is fantastic and there is excellent communication between parents and the school with frequent emails, biweekly newsletters etc I can't wait for my two younger sons to attend Noah's Ark!

We LOVE Noah's Ark Preschool! It truly is a special place. The play-based learning environment is one of a kind. The teachers are warm, loving, nurturing and kind. It's difficult to find a preschool that sees, respects, and loves each child but Noah's Ark does just that. The teachers lift our kids up. They celebrate their uniqueness and meet each child where they're at. It's hard to leave your child in someone else's care but I always leave feeling assured that my kiddo will be taken care of. Noah's Ark absolutely prepares students for kindergarten but even more importantly, they develop the social and emotional aspects while fostering love and kindness. Noah's Ark is a gem. Come see for yourself!

I cannot recommend this preschool enough! From the moment I stepped through the door, I knew my child was in excellent hands. The staff is incredibly caring, nurturing, and passionate about early childhood education. They create a warm and inviting atmosphere where children feel safe to explore, learn, and grow. The curriculum is thoughtfully designed to foster creativity, critical thinking, and social-emotional development. I am continually impressed by the variety of activities and experiences offered, from hands-on learning to outdoor exploration. The communication between teachers and parents is excellent, ensuring that we are always informed and involved in our child’s education journey. My child has flourished here, and I am grateful for the positive impact this preschool has had on our family. Thank you to the amazing team for all that you do!

Two of my boys attended this wonderful preschool. They truly care about the children and the teachers are so sweet. My children left Noah’s Ark loving to learn and couldn’t have asked for more.