My daughter is very comfortable and happy at Orchard, which has paved the way for her academically. I believe because she feels safe and nurtured, her brain is free to learn and experiment.
— April Stearns, alumni parent
My daughter is really a success story for Orchard: she is a caring, curious, excited, exploring, smart, imaginative and joyous kid; Orchard fostered her personal growth in a way that no other school could have.
— Ivano Aiello, alumni parent
After three years attending public school, we moved our son to Orchard. This magical place is nestled in the woods, with trees to climb, unicycles to ride, a garden to plant and teachers that inspire and encourage young minds to grow. Orchard feeds the whole child and ours has blossomed. We only wish we’d become part of this wonderful little community sooner.
— Yvonne Reynolds, alumni parent
Orchard offers more than a strong academic program. The children learn leadership, self-confidence and compassion...on elective day, the children learn skills such as surfing, woodworking, sewing, archery, photography and fort building. The children carry these experiences throughout their entire lives.
— Stacey Kronschnabl, alumni parent
The teaching staff knows each child well and supports and encourages their talents and interests. The lovely grounds, varied curriculum, and choice of electives is a refreshing departure from the norm, and helps to reinforce what was learned in the classroom by giving kids the opportunity to not only run and play but negotiate, take risks, collaborate, lead and challenge themselves to grow, think, and live outside of the box.
— Jennifer Collins, current parent