A New Leaf Nashville

We are educators with a mission to advocate for lifelong learning, to promote children's rights and culture in community, to connect with each child in our school, and to enable children's drive to construct knowledge about the world, themselves, and others.

We are members of NAREA (North American Reggio Emilia Alliance), and NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children). We are licensed by DHS (Department of Human Services), and we received 3 out of 3 Stars every year.

A new Leaf symbolizes the beauty, vitality, and power of each child. We believe that every child is gifted, and has the right to explore a rich and safe learning environment. We believe that children are social from birth, and that they have the need and the right to engage in community with adults and other children. We feel strongly that society shall not waste or betray children's potential, and that we shall inspire joy, connections, and success for every child.

We spend our day between outdoor and indoor spaces to explore man-made and natural materials. This environment filled with poly-sensorial experiences, hands-on inquiry, nature, and arts supports our Reggio Emilia approach to childhood and education.