Welcome to Rocking Horse Friends
At Rocking Horse Friends children “Learn to Play and Play to Learn”. We are a play-based Early Care and Education program in a home-like environment. We follow an eclectic field of philosophies primarily focused on Magda Gerber’s Resources for Infant 
Educarers (RIE) where children are seen as competent individuals who are cared for through observation, respectful language and belief that all children are capable of their highest potential. Additionally we incorporate some of the theories of Reggio Emilia, a region in Italy, whose community structure is based upon children and nurturing what children have to offer. We do this by deep observations and structuring the learning environment based on the interests and then “scaffolding” of the child’s focused learning. You may also see some leanings toward Montessori in equipment and choices of toys and experiences.
We offer a full day, Monday – Friday infant, toddler and 3’s program, ages 4 months – 42 months (3.5 years). We are open from 7:30am – 5:30pm, located in Marinwood and the Dixie School District. License #214005458
About Us
Our mission is to support each child’s innate ability to explore, discover and create a strong sense of self. Our work nurtures curiosity, resiliency and kindness. The children will come away with a sense of appreciation of others and the world around them We…
Philosophy
Our “curriculum” is purely play-based. You will not see us using ditto’s or coloring pages to teach the ABC’S, 1,2,3’s, colors and/or shapes. Instead you will see creative projects that wrap around all the academic subjects that will, eventually, prepare our children for public…
Staff
My name is Terei Baker. I am a deep admirer of young children and their families. Navigating the world of childhood and parenthood can be seen as a Hero’s Journey for both child and adult. And I have been asked by so many parents…
What is play-based learning?
Rocking Horse Friends play based environment allows the child to expand into his or her fullest awareness. When a child has full reign in his exploration this typically leads to competency in his world. Control, yes, and also the ability to create his offerings…
Fall 2018 Parent Child Classes
Check out Jennifer’s classes. You won’t be sorry. She’s all things babies and parents. And she’s a pretty cool person as well! Hey, Baby! Come meet your Peeps! (and Parents, your Tribe is waiting) **New series start this week! There’s still time to register!**…
Behaviour is One of the Child’s Hundred Languages
This week I finally got up the nerve to record and post my first attempt at a podcast. In the spirit of being vulnerable (Thank you Brené Brown), I told the story of one of my hardest memories of working in child care. It is…