We believe that children are our greatest natural resource, our most precious gift. They deserve the best we have to offer!
At Berri Patch Preschool OUR MISSION is to provide a Safe, Nurturing, and Developmentally Appropriate environment for the care and early childhood education of children from 6 weeks to 12 years of age. While we understand that all children are unique individuals, we also know that ALL children thrive best when they receive the love and support of mindful, caring adults in a clean, positive and relaxed environment.
OUR GOAL is to deliver a preschool program that will ensure readiness and success in Kindergarten and beyond, and build the foundation for a lifelong love of learning. Our caring and professionally trained staff are committed to the children and their families, offering support, encouragement and peace of mind.
OUR HOPE is that every child who enters through our doors views each day as an exciting adventure, and will one day look back and warmly remember their time with us as a cherished part of their childhood.
OUR TEAM
Berri Patch Preschool is an A.P.P.L.E. certified and Gold Seal accredited school. Teachers must have completed or be currently enrolled in course work through The Department of Children and Families' 45-hour required training. All teachers must complete First Aid and CPR training within the first 30 days of employment. Our Curriculum Specialist is an experienced teacher who oversees our Pre-K program in its entirety.
Our Founder
Virginia "Strawberri" Foley has worked in the field of education since 1971. She holds a Master of Science degree in Education, and a State of Florida Advanced Level Administrative Credential in Early Childhood Education.
Team Palm Bay
Holiday Slingsby is the Director at the Malabar Road campus.
Contact Holiday at 321-952-8900 or Malabar@BerriPatchPreschool.com
Team Melbourne
Debbie Keith is the Director at the Lake Washington Road campus.
Contact Debbie at 321-259-3222 or Melbourne@BerriPatchPreschool.com
Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning. But for children play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood.
-FRED ROGERS
Our Curriculum
Berri Patch Preschool offers innovative programs, maximizing hands-on activities in specially designed learning centers. While structured, our literacy-based and science-focused curriculum encourages each child's creative expression to its greatest potential.
Early childhood research show that young children learn primarily through play. It offers the freedom children need to try out new ideas, practice developing skills and imitate adult roles. It allows children to learn social skills and develop friendships.
At Berri Patch, you will see...
> No lines to stand in -- Only games to play;
> No Complicated, abstract meanings the child cannot understand;
> Only ideas and things to read about, talk about, relate to, compare with, try out,
invent, discover and enjoy;
> No specific patterns to follow -- only materials with which to create.
Our Facilities
Berri Patch Preschool offers two modern, state-of-the-art campuses serving Bayside, Malabar, Melbourne, Melbourne Village, Palm Bay, Rockledge, Viera and West Melbourne. Our large, shady, well-equipped playgrounds provide rich and exciting playtime experiences. Our school vehicles are safe, clean and reliable, and ready to transport your school-aged child to and from school.
Virtually Tour our Lake Washington Rd. Campus HERE
2 Convenient Campuses
MALABAR/palm bay
705 Malabar Rd.
Malabar, FL 32950
321-952-8900
malabar@berripatchpreschool.com
MELBOURNE
1320 Lake Washington Rd.
Melbourne, FL 32935
321-259-3222
melbourne@berripatchpreschool.com