Preschool That
Fits Real Life
Recess offers preschool for ages 2–5 with full-day, half-day, and on-demand hourly options. Whether you’re looking for structure, flexibility, or both — you can customize education around your schedule.
Rolling Admissions
Customized Schedule - 2/3/4/5 Days/Week
Open Everyday, 8am-8pm
Small Class Sizes, 12 Children Max
Warm spaces designed for safety,
curiosity, and calm focus.
Play-Based, Not Pressure-Based
Schedules That Fit You
Choose from full-day, half-day, or hourly blocks. 2/3/4/5 days/week options.
Designed for Ages 2–5
ReadyPlay™ curriculum supports every stage of early learning.
Calm, Creative Environment
Warm spaces designed for safety, curiosity, and calm focus.
A Space That
Feels Like Theirs
Every Recess location is thoughtfully designed to feel safe, inspiring, and just the right size for kids to be kids. Our spaces are clean, calming, and filled with natural materials, open-ended toys, and cozy corners for play, rest, and discovery. It’s a place where children feel at home—and where parents can feel confident they’re cared for.
Calm & Creative By Design
Our space is intentionally designed to inspire curiosity without overwhelming the senses. Soft lighting, natural materials, and a neutral color palette create a peaceful environment where kids can focus, explore, and feel at ease. It’s a place that sparks imagination while supporting emotional regulation—a balance of calm and creativity in every corner.
Facility & Staff
At Recess, your child learns and grows in a safe, welcoming environment designed to spark creativity, social development, and early academic skills. Our modern preschool facility is thoughtfully equipped for all ages, and our dedicated educators bring warmth, experience, and a genuine passion for helping children thrive every day.
Comfortable & Inclusive
We take pride in offering a space that makes children feel at-home & gives parents peace of mind.
Professional & Caring Staff
All staff require at least four years of child care experience and training. We strive to feel like extended family.
24/7 Security Monitoring
The facility is under constant video monitoring to ensure the safety of our children and trust of our parents.
Safe & Clean
From soft surfaces to daily disinfection, we’re focused on the wellbeing of your child.
Meet the Team
Tracy Hewitt
Danielle Kinslow
Program Advisor
Hermelinda Ramos
Lead Teacher
Sage Torrisi
Assistant Teacher
Flexible Overnight Options for Every Family
Whether you’re working late, visiting from out of town, or just need a night off—we offer trusted, full-service overnight care
on your schedule. Choose the option that fits your needs best.
Hourly On-Demand
- Drop-in as needed, no commitment
- Includes curriculum-based play and care
Half-Day Programe
- Morning or afternoon block options
- Same curriculum in a shorter window
- Great for part-time or first-time Preschool
Full-Day Program
- A full-day of activities, learning, and play
- Perfect for working parent schedules
- Full ReadyPlay™ experience, start to finish
What Your Child Will
Experience
Our program is designed to nurture your child’s growth in every area—social, physical, creative, and cognitive. From daily check-ins and movement to hands-on learning and choice-driven activities, each day offers meaningful experiences that support their development and joy.
Creative Explorations
STEM, art, and storytelling through the ReadyPlay™ lens.
Morning Meetings
Social-emotional check-ins and transitions.
Big Moves
Daily movement for balance, strength, and joy.
Learning Choices
Kids choose activities based on interests and developmental needs.
ReadyPlay™ at a Glance
Our exclusive ReadyPlay™ curriculum blends structure and creativity for a whole-child learning experience. Built for emotional development, critical thinking, communication, and real-world skills.
Daily structure, without rigidity
Emotional safety and expression
Guided play + project-based learning
Age-appropriate leadership & life skills
How Recess Preschool Compares
FAQ
How much does Recess cost?
It depends on how much care you need and how you use Recess. FlexCare is our most flexible option, with hourly rates designed to align with the average cost of a trusted babysitter. You’ll pay a monthly membership and load your account with funds to use whenever you need care—by the hour, 7 days a week.
Our full-day care program offers a more structured schedule (2–5 days per week) and is premium priced to reflect the quality of our Montessori- and Bank Street–inspired curriculum, small group environment, and highly trained staff.
No matter how you use Recess, you’ll get thoughtfully designed, high-quality care that meets your family where you are. For detailed pricing, visit our application page.
Can I schedule time for my child even if I’m not a member?
Membership is required to use Recess. As a small-class premium service we have limited memberships available to keep the group size small and ensure maximum fun and safety for everyone.
How can I become a member?
To become a Recess member, start by submitting a brief application. Once we receive it, our team will review your family’s care needs and scheduling preferences. Whether you’re looking for a consistent full-day schedule, flexible hourly care, or a mix of both, we’ll work with you to determine the best fit. If there’s alignment, you’ll receive an enrollment agreement to finalize your membership and start booking care.
What ages do you accept?
We care for children from 6 weeks up to 6 years old.
Please note: we do not offer formal kindergarten or elementary education.
How many children are in a class together?
Recess is a small group child care option with no more than twelve 12 children in the facility at any time.
Can I just drop in with my children any time of day?
All care at Recess must be booked in advance through our app—we don’t allow unscheduled drop-ins. While FlexCare is designed to be flexible, we recommend booking as early as possible, ideally at least 24 hours in advance, to ensure availability.
Same-day bookings may be available depending on staffing and capacity, but advanced planning helps us deliver the safest, highest-quality care for your child.
How do I schedule time for my child?
If you’re enrolling in full-day care, our team will work with you during the application process to lock in a consistent weekly schedule—anywhere from 2 to 5 days per week, including optional weekends. Once confirmed, your schedule is reserved and guaranteed.
If you’re using FlexCare, you’ll book hourly care directly through our mobile app. Simply choose the day, time, and duration (from 1 to 10 hours), and you’re all set. While same-day care is sometimes available, we recommend booking at least 24 hours in advance to secure your spot.
Either way, scheduling is easy—and designed to fit your life.
Can my child stay the entire day?
Yes! If you’re enrolled in our full-day care program, your child can stay for a full day—typically from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM—on the days you’ve scheduled.
If you’re using FlexCare, you can book up to 10 hours of care per day, depending on availability. Whether you need a quick drop-off or a full day of support, Recess offers the flexibility to meet your family’s needs.
Is Recess a daycare or a learning center?
Recess is neither a traditional daycare nor a conventional learning center—we’re something new. Our approach blends the best of Montessori, Bank Street, and Reggio Emilia philosophies, but goes beyond them to meet the needs of today’s world.
We focus on helping children develop the adaptability, creativity, and emotional intelligence they’ll need for the future. Whether they’re with us for a full day or just a few hours, every moment at Recess is designed to nurture curiosity, build confidence, and support whole-child growth.
What if I’m running early or late for pickup?
We get it—life happens. If you’re running early or late, your FlexCare balance can be used to cover additional time, as long as we have availability and stay within licensing limits.
Please note: per state regulations, children may not be in care for more than 10 hours per day, and we often have back-to-back bookings that must stay within strict ratios. To keep things running smoothly for all families, we kindly ask that you arrive as close to your scheduled time as possible.
If late pickups become frequent, we may need to reassess your membership to ensure it’s still a good fit—for you, your child, and our community.
How many Recess locations are there?
We currently have two Recess locations: one designed for children ages 2 and up, and another dedicated to infants and toddlers under age 2.
We’re actively scouting additional spaces and expect to open more locations soon to better serve families across the city. Stay tuned—Recess is growing with you!
What type of safety and security measures do you offer at Recess?
The facility is under constant video monitoring to ensure the safety of our children and the trust of our parents. All surfaces are disinfected daily, and all staff have at least four years of child care expertise, safety and medical certification, and behavioral training. There are robust systems and processes in place to ensure the safety of your children.