Classrooms

OUR CLASSROOMS

Each classroom at the CDL is thoughtfully designed to enrich Tiny Tigers™ early learning experiences, with play at the heart of every opportunity. Inspired by Reggio Emilia principles, spaces feature natural materials, distinct learning areas, and reflections of our Tiny Tigers™ ongoing projects. Materials are rotated to follow the interests of our Tiny Tigers™ and to support development. By treating the classroom as a “third teacher,” educators create environments that spark curiosity, encourage independence, and inspire collaboration.

An early childhood classroom with a covered play space and a wall board with
An early childhood classroom for infants and toddlers with bright blue mats and colorful toys.

Blue Door

Infants & Toddlers

An early childhood classroom with a play area, tent, flowers in the window, and a table and chairs.

Green Door

Two to Three Year Olds

An early childhood classroom.

Red Door

Three to Four Year Olds

An early childhood classroom play area with dress-up clothes and mirrored observation area.

Yellow Door

Three to Four Year Olds

An early childhood classroom with a bookshelf and play areas.

Purple Door

Four to Five Year Olds

Fresh, nutritious meals

Our Food Program

Discover how our thoughtfully designed food program helps our Tiny Tigers™ build healthy habits and a love for nourishing meals. Learn what makes mealtimes at the CDL an important part of each day.

A chef cuts grapes on a cutting board in a prep kitchen for the Child Development Lab.

Collaborative, Child-Centered, Unique

Christopher Williams

Junior | Early Childhood Education, BSEd

"I chose to join the CDL because of the collaborative environment, where best practices are modeled and valued. Child centered learning, professional growth opportunities and nurturing children through research based approaches make the CDL the perfect setting."

A male college student wearing an orange teeshirt.

Expanding learning

Extra-curricular

At the CDL, learning goes beyond the classroom as Tiny Tigers™ participate in enriching extra-curricular experiences such as gardening, gymnastics, and music lessons. Use the button below to learn more about our extra-curricular experiences and the many opportunities available to your Tiny Tigers™.

A music teacher plays a guitar for preschool age children at the Child Development Lab.

Building Early Literacy Foundations

CDL Library

The CDL Library supports our commitment to building strong early literacy foundations by providing engaging, developmentally appropriate books. Through shared reading experiences and guided exploration, our Tiny Tigers™ develop language, comprehension, and a lifelong love of reading.

Wooden library bookcases full of children's books and pink beanbag on the floor.

Join the CDL Community!

At the Child Development Lab, Tiny Tigers™ will learn in an environment unlike any other—where play, education, and exploration are shaped by the newest insights from researchers and thoughtfully applied best practices.