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About Cinnamon Tree Children’s Center in Pleasant Valley, NY
The Cinnamon Tree Children’s Center provides a safe, nurturing environment where children from 2 months to 13 years old can explore, learn, and thrive. We celebrate individuality, empower decision-making, and foster positive relationships with peers and adults. Parents are integral to our community, and we value their input and participation. At Cinnamon Tree, every experience is an opportunity for growth and success.
Our Programs
Infants
Ages: 2 Months – 18 Months
At Cinnamon Tree, we understand the trust parents place in us to care for their most precious treasures. Our infant room is designed to replicate the comfort and warmth of home, offering spaces to move, explore, play, and relax. Personal cribs and separate areas for changing, feeding, and play ensure a safe and nurturing environment. Our caring infant teachers form strong bonds with the children, providing individual care and developmental activities tailored to each baby’s needs. This secure bond helps infants confidently explore their environment and grow.
Toddlers
Ages: 18 Months – 3 Years
The toddler years bring an incredible burst of growth in language, social, and motor skills. To meet these developmental needs, we divide our toddler classes into smaller groups with an age span of just 4–6 months. This allows teachers to tailor activities to the specific developmental level of each group. Toddler classrooms feature climbing equipment for gross motor development, quiet spaces for reading and recharging, manipulatives for fine motor skills, and an art room for sensory exploration and creativity.
Preschool / Pre-K
Ages: 3 – 4 Years
Our preschool and pre-kindergarten program fosters self-confidence and a love of learning. Through independent exploration, hands-on activities, and engaging lessons, children develop foundational skills in reading readiness, math, science, and social interaction. Our curriculum aligns with New York State Pre-kindergarten Learning Standards, ensuring children are well-prepared for kindergarten. Teachers create meaningful and interactive learning experiences that help children become problem solvers and enthusiastic learners.
Nursery Program
For families seeking a half-day preschool option, our nursery program offers social experiences and kindergarten readiness activities within a structured four-hour day. Classes run from 8:45 AM to 1:00 PM with two-, three-, and five-day options available. The nursery classroom is separate from the full-day program to meet the distinct needs of both groups, ensuring smooth transitions and focused communication between parents and staff. Weekly themes incorporate art, stories, songs, outdoor play, and individualized attention from teachers with strong backgrounds in early childhood education.
Before and After-School
Cinnamon Tree offers a flexible before and after-school program designed to balance learning and fun for kindergarten through school-age children. This program provides homework assistance, art projects, indoor and outdoor games, and access to a game room tailored for older children. During school breaks or closures, children enjoy special theme-oriented activities.
In addition, our full-day kindergarten program prepares children for first grade with individualized attention and hands-on learning. For first through sixth graders, we offer supervised assistance for online learning and school assignments, adapting to families’ needs during uncertain school schedules.
Visit Us Today!
Cinnamon Tree Children’s Center, located near Arlington High School, provides a nurturing and enriching environment for children of all ages. Contact us today to learn more about our programs or schedule a tour. We look forward to welcoming your family!
Programs Offered
Our Team
LeeAnn Jackson
School Director
LeeAnn graduated from SUNY Oneonta with a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and began her career in early childhood in August 1994 as a Toddler Teacher at Cinnamon Tree in Hopewell. In September 2000, she transitioned to the LaGrange center, where she stepped into the role of Director.
With over two decades of experience, LeeAnn’s passion for working with children has always been at the heart of her career. She brings a deep commitment to nurturing young minds and fostering a positive school environment.
LeeAnn is excited to begin her next chapter as part of the Cadence Education family and looks forward to continuing to support children, families, and staff each day.
Shawn Prater-Lee
Assistant Director
Shawn Prater-Lee brings over 30 years of experience in education to our school. He studied Mathematics, Early Childhood Education, and Educational Administration at Oberlin College and the University of Michigan. His career includes roles as a 4th grade teacher, Assistant Director of Vassar College’s Wimpfheimer Nursery School, and Special Education Teacher supporting medically fragile children.
Shawn values the impact early childhood education has on both children and families and believes in strong collaboration between parents, staff, and administrators. Outside of school, he enjoys hiking, biking, kayaking, running races, cooking, exploring new recipes, and attending movies and concerts.
Approachable and supportive, Shawn is dedicated to creating a welcoming environment where every child can grow and succeed.
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Childcare Schedule Options That Work With Your Life
Every family’s routine is unique — and your childcare should be too. With Cadence Education, our Family of Schools may offer various schedule options designed to fit your life.
Each of our school’s are unique, and may not offer all of the options listed below. Talk with your School Director to learn what options are available for your family.
FlexiPass — New Flexible Care Option!
When schedules change, or the grandparents cancel, or life just gets busy, FlexiPass gives you five prepaid days of care that you can use whenever* you need them, one at a time or all at once. No registration fees. No ongoing tuition. Just dependable care when you need it most.
