Early learning for ages 1–5 in Sarasota
At Wooden Shoes, children learn through guided play, caring relationships, and hands-on discovery in a safe, nurturing environment.
- Toddler
- Preschool
- VPK
- Summer Camp
Ages served
Toddler through VPK
Hours
Pre-K 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Location
4875 Swift Road, Sarasota
Healthy meals
Menus by a certified nutritionist
Find your fit
Tap your child’s age to see where they’ll shine
A quick way to meet the right program. We’ll confirm the best fit together at your tour.
How old is your little one?
Why families choose Wooden Shoes
Four things we never compromise on
Warm relationships, joyful learning and clear communication — every single day.
Learning through play
Guided free play lets children do things themselves — and discover that learning is fun.
Learn moreCaring, qualified teachers
Lead teachers hold CDA or FCCPC credentials. The whole team is CPR / First Aid certified and DCF-trained.
Learn moreHealthy routines
Healthy menus designed with a certified nutritionist, plus outdoor play every day on a big playground.
Learn moreFamily communication
Families tell us they love the daily pictures and easy updates through our communication app.
Learn more
Programs by stage
A place for every stage of early learning
Compare programs side by side, then pick the one that feels right.
Our curriculum
The Creative Curriculum, explored through play
Students learn through creative and active teaching strategies — themes, projects, individual interests and guided activities, with learning centers in every classroom.
Language
Listening, talking, singing and sharing ideas with words.
Trusted by Sarasota families
What families keep telling us
Themes summarized from public Google reviews. Testimonials with names will be added with each family’s permission.
Safety, health & communication
You’ll always know how your child’s day is going
Daily pictures
Families love seeing their child’s day.
Easy communication
Stay in touch through our parent communication app.
Safe & clean
A clean, safe facility with a trained, certified team.
Gallery
A peek inside our days
Schedule a tour
Come see where your child can grow.
Visit us for a tour of our facility and our 1–5-year-old and VPK classrooms. Meet the team, ask anything, and see a real day in action.
4875 Swift Road, Sarasota, FL 34231
