Parent & Child
- Ages 2 and Up
- Every Other Saturday from 4pm - 9pm
Our parent and child classes - whether termed mommy and me, daddy and me, or even grandparent and me, are designed with inclusivity at their core, welcoming all types of parents to participate!
Embracing 'Me Time' at Kids Garden
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We know there are plenty of options for mommy and me classes in Steamboat Springs, CO, but what about just “me” classes?
At Kids Garden we understand that parents need a break sometimes! There is no guilt here when moms (or dads) need to drop off their kids for some well-needed me time.
Our spin on typical “mommy and me classes” is this: you drop off your kid, we ensure they have a blast at our creative childcare center, and you get to do what you want! Run errands, catch up on work, hit the gym, or spend some time with friends.
Upcoming Classes
Junior Explorers weekly: Calling all Athletes! - Week of June 9th - June 12th
June 9, 2025
8:30am
June 9th-12 | 8:30-4:00 | Ages 6 -12 | Please pack or purchase a lunch. Packed lunches must be nut-free.
Junior Explorers Club will be getting active and breaking a sweat this week while fostering your children's love of sports. Join us for a week of sports and activities. BMX track, tennis, Sports Day at Whistler Park, and climbing wall.
*Bike and helmet required. Must be a proficient bike rider. Families must have an active membership. All days and camps are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Junior Explorers Daily: Calling All Athletes! - Sports Festival at Whistler Park!
June 9, 2025
8:30am
Monday, June 9th | 8:30-4:00 | Ages 6 -12 | Please pack or purchase a lunch. Packed lunches must be nut-free.
Unleash your inner sportsman. Today, we will try an assortment of field sports and activities!
Families must have an active membership. Camps are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Creative Crafters Week 9-3
June 9, 2025
9:00am
June 9th-13th | 9:00am - 3:00pm | Ages 3-12 | Snack & lunch included
Our Creative Crafters Camp is filled with artistic activities, creative crafting & inspiration. Each day children will have a directed project as well as an open art lab to let the creativity flow
Camps are non-refundable or transferable
Creative Crafters Week 9-1
June 9, 2025
9:00am
Week of June 9th indoor summer camp.
This week will be filled with artistic activities, creative crafting and inspiration. This camp includes painting, mosaics, handmade jewelry, collages, and sculpting. Each day will have a directed project as well as an open art lab to let the creativity flow.
Member rate for the entire week . Please call for daily and non-member rates. Families must be registered. Visit www.kidsplaygarden.com to register/fill out required forms.
Camps are non-refundable.
Junior Explorers weekly: Calling all Athletes! - Week of June 9th - June 12th
June 10, 2025
8:30am
June 9th-12 | 8:30-4:00 | Ages 6 -12 | Please pack or purchase a lunch. Packed lunches must be nut-free.
Junior Explorers Club will be getting active and breaking a sweat this week while fostering your children's love of sports. Join us for a week of sports and activities. BMX track, tennis, Sports Day at Whistler Park, and climbing wall.
*Bike and helmet required. Must be a proficient bike rider. Families must have an active membership. All days and camps are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Junior Explorers Daily: Calling All Athletes! - Climbing Wall
June 10, 2025
8:30am
Tuesday, June 10th | 8:30-4:00 | Ages 6 -12 | Please pack or purchase a lunch. Packed lunches must be nut-free.
Unleash your inner sportsman. Today we will go climbing at the Climbing Collective! (Price includes admission costs)
Families must have active membership. Camps are non-refundable and non-transferable. Days and themes subject to change.
Junior Explorers weekly: Calling all Athletes! - Week of June 9th - June 12th
June 11, 2025
8:30am
June 9th-12 | 8:30-4:00 | Ages 6 -12 | Please pack or purchase a lunch. Packed lunches must be nut-free.
Junior Explorers Club will be getting active and breaking a sweat this week while fostering your children's love of sports. Join us for a week of sports and activities. BMX track, tennis, Sports Day at Whistler Park, and climbing wall.
*Bike and helmet required. Must be a proficient bike rider. Families must have an active membership. All days and camps are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Junior Explorers Daily: Calling all athletes! - BMX Park
June 11, 2025
8:30am
Wednesday, June 11th | 8:30-4:00 | Ages 6 -12 | Please pack or purchase a lunch. Packed lunches must be nut-free.
Unleash your inner sportsman. Today, we will spend the day at the West End BMX park! Children must bring pedal bikes (no training wheels or scooters, please!) and helmets. Bring everything to the Junior Explorers center. We will bike to the park.
Families must have an active membership. Camps are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Junior Explorers weekly: Calling all Athletes! - Week of June 9th - June 12th
June 12, 2025
8:30am
June 9th-12 | 8:30-4:00 | Ages 6 -12 | Please pack or purchase a lunch. Packed lunches must be nut-free.
Junior Explorers Club will be getting active and breaking a sweat this week while fostering your children's love of sports. Join us for a week of sports and activities. BMX track, tennis, Sports Day at Whistler Park, and climbing wall.
*Bike and helmet required. Must be a proficient bike rider. Families must have an active membership. All days and camps are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Junior Explorers Daily: Calling All Athletes! - Tennis
June 12, 2025
8:30am
Thursday, June 12 | 8:30-4:00 | Ages 6 -12 | Please pack or purchase a lunch. Packed lunches must be nut-free.
Unleash your inner sportsman! (Price includes cost of rink entry.)
Please make sure your child has gloves. Pack any extra gear you wish your children to wear, such as pads and helmets.
Families must have an active membership. All days and camps are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Junior Explorers Weekly: Artist Expression - Week of June 16th - June 19th
June 16, 2025
8:30am
June 16th - 19th | 8:30-4:00 | Ages 6 -12 | Please pack or purchase a lunch. Packed lunches must be nut-free.
Everyone has an Inner Artist. This week, we'll let our creative juices flow and unleash our Inner Artist. Your children will discover and explore new and different artistic mediums. We'll learn about famous and local artists. We'll tie-dye shirts, dabble in sculpting, pottery, painting, drawing, and photography in nature.
Must have active registration ($40). Camps are non-refundable.
Junior Explorers Daily Artist Expression: Famous Artists and Painting Just Like Them
June 16, 2025
8:30am
Let's talk about our favorite artists and their preferred mediums. Are you a fan of Van Gogh's oil paintings? Or Pollock's splatter paintings?
Families must have an active membership. All days and camps are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Green Thumb Week 9-3.
June 16, 2025
9:00am
June 16th-20th | 9:00am - 3:00pm | Ages 3-12 | Snack & lunch included
Our Creative Crafters Camp is filled with artistic activities, creative crafting & inspiration. Each day children will have a directed project as well as an open art lab to let the creativity flow.
Camps are non-refundable.
Green Thumb Week 9-1.
June 16, 2025
9:00am
Week of June 16th indoor summer camp.
Campers will make recycled crafts, create unique art from nature and explore fun and simple ways to go green and be protectors of our planet! We'll learn about planting from seeds, different types of gardens and how to grow them and the true meaning of farm to table!
Member rate for the entire week. Please call for daily and non-member rates. Families must be registered. Visit www.kidsplaygarden.com to register/fill out required forms.
Camps are non-refundable.
Junior Explorers Weekly: Artist Expression - Week of June 16th - June 19th
June 17, 2025
8:30am
June 16th - 19th | 8:30-4:00 | Ages 6 -12 | Please pack or purchase a lunch. Packed lunches must be nut-free.
Everyone has an Inner Artist. This week, we'll let our creative juices flow and unleash our Inner Artist. Your children will discover and explore new and different artistic mediums. We'll learn about famous and local artists. We'll tie-dye shirts, dabble in sculpting, pottery, painting, drawing, and photography in nature.
Must have active registration ($40). Camps are non-refundable.
Junior Explorers Daily Artist Expression: Photography and Nature
June 17, 2025
8:30am
Bring your camera! Get some beautiful pictures at the Botanic Gardens.
Families must have an active membership. All days and camps are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Mermaids and Pirates at Riverside Park
June 17, 2025
9:00am
Mermaids or Pirates? why not both! come learn about the ocean and everything that lives in it!
Member rate, please call center for non-member rate. In event of bad weather, camp will be moved to Kids garden.
Camps are non-refundable.
Thank you
Junior Explorers Weekly: Artist Expression - Week of June 16th - June 19th
June 18, 2025
8:30am
June 16th - 19th | 8:30-4:00 | Ages 6 -12 | Please pack or purchase a lunch. Packed lunches must be nut-free.
Everyone has an Inner Artist. This week, we'll let our creative juices flow and unleash our Inner Artist. Your children will discover and explore new and different artistic mediums. We'll learn about famous and local artists. We'll tie-dye shirts, dabble in sculpting, pottery, painting, drawing, and photography in nature.
Must have active registration ($40). Camps are non-refundable.
Junior Explorers Daily Artist Expression: Tie-dye and Local Art Gallery Visit!
June 18, 2025
8:30am
Who doesn't love to tie-dye? We will tie-dye and visit a local art gallery!
Families must have an active membership. All days and camps are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Butterflies and Bugs at the Botanic gardens
June 18, 2025
9:00am
Campers will spend the day in the Botanical Gardens hunting for bugs, learning about the bugs they find and drawing pictures in their bug journals we will create.
Member rate, please call center for non-member rate. In event of bad weather, camp will be moved to Kids garden.
Camps are non-refundable.
Thank you.
Junior Explorers Weekly: Artist Expression - Week of June 16th - June 19th
June 19, 2025
8:30am
June 16th - 19th | 8:30-4:00 | Ages 6 -12 | Please pack or purchase a lunch. Packed lunches must be nut-free.
Everyone has an Inner Artist. This week, we'll let our creative juices flow and unleash our Inner Artist. Your children will discover and explore new and different artistic mediums. We'll learn about famous and local artists. We'll tie-dye shirts, dabble in sculpting, pottery, painting, drawing, and photography in nature.
Must have active registration ($40). Camps are non-refundable.
Junior Explorers Daily Artist Expression: Sculpting and Pottery
June 19, 2025
8:30am
Try your hand at pottery and clay constructions!
Families must have an active membership. All days and camps are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Fairy tale adventure at little toots
June 19, 2025
9:00am
come explore our favorite fairy tales!
Member rate, please call center for non-member rate. In event of bad weather camp will be moved to Kids garden.
Camps are non-refundable.
Junior Explorers weekly: Biking Around Town! - Week of June 23rd - June 26th
June 23, 2025
8:30am
June 23rd - 26th | 8:30-4:00 | Ages 6 -12 | Please pack or purchase a lunch. Packed lunches must be nut-free. Please bring your bike and helmet. Children must be proficient in bike riding.
Junior Explorers Club will be exploring and discovering Steamboat Springs. Daily themes include trips to historic Howelsen Hill, the Botanic Gardens, the Library, local parks, and the Core Trail.
Online prices are for members only. Must have active registration ($40). Camps are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Junior Explorers Daily - Biking Around Town!: Botanic Gardens
June 23, 2025
8:30am
8:30-4:00 | Ages 6 -12 | Please pack or purchase a lunch. Packed lunches must be nut-free.
Join us as we bike all around town this week! Today we will visit the Botanic Gardens!
Children must be proficient in bike riding and bring their own bike AND helmet.
Families must have an active membership. All days and camps are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Digging With Dinos Week 9-3
June 23, 2025
9:00am
June 23rd-27th | 9:00am - 3:00pm | Ages 3-12 | Snack & lunch included
Dig deep and explore all things rocks and dinosaurs! Put on your geologist and paleontologist hats as we examine minerals, test rocks, and get to know different types of dinosaurs. Break geodes, examine fossils, make your own volcanos and learn all about earth science!
Camps are non-refundable.
Digging With Dinos Week 9-1
June 23, 2025
9:00am
Week of June 23rd indoor summer camp
Dig deep and explore all things rocks and dinosaurs! Put on your geologist and paleontologist hats as we examine minerals, test rocks, and get to know different types of dinosaurs. Break geodes, examine fossils, make your own volcanos and learn all about earth science!
Member rate for the entire week. Please call for daily and non-member rates. Families must be registered. Visit www.kidsplaygarden.com to register/fill out required forms.
Camps are non-refundable.
Junior Explorers weekly: Biking Around Town! - Week of June 23rd - June 26th
June 24, 2025
8:30am
June 23rd - 26th | 8:30-4:00 | Ages 6 -12 | Please pack or purchase a lunch. Packed lunches must be nut-free. Please bring your bike and helmet. Children must be proficient in bike riding.
Junior Explorers Club will be exploring and discovering Steamboat Springs. Daily themes include trips to historic Howelsen Hill, the Botanic Gardens, the Library, local parks, and the Core Trail.
Online prices are for members only. Must have active registration ($40). Camps are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Junior Explorers Daily - Biking Around Town: Library and Little Toots Park
June 24, 2025
8:30am
8:30-4:00 | Ages 6 -12 | Please pack or purchase a lunch. Packed lunches must be nut-free.
Join us as we bike around town this week. Today we will visit our library and Little Toots Park!
*Bike and helmet required. Your child must be a proficient bike rider. Families must have an active membership. All days and camps are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Magic of the Fairies at the Yampa River Botanic Park
June 24, 2025
9:00am
Have you ever seen a fairy? They're all around us if we know where to look! Bring your imagination and excitement as we learn about and search for the elusive fairy folk in the Botanic Gardens.
Member rate. Not a member, no worries! Please call for Non-member rate. Families must be registered. Visit website to register/fill out required forms: www.kidsplaygarden.com.
In event of bad weather / poor air quality, camp will be moved to Kids Garden Center.
Camps are Non-Refundable.
Thank you
Junior Explorers weekly: Biking Around Town! - Week of June 23rd - June 26th
June 25, 2025
8:30am
June 23rd - 26th | 8:30-4:00 | Ages 6 -12 | Please pack or purchase a lunch. Packed lunches must be nut-free. Please bring your bike and helmet. Children must be proficient in bike riding.
Junior Explorers Club will be exploring and discovering Steamboat Springs. Daily themes include trips to historic Howelsen Hill, the Botanic Gardens, the Library, local parks, and the Core Trail.
Online prices are for members only. Must have active registration ($40). Camps are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Junior Explorers daily Biking around town: Howelsen Hill
June 25, 2025
8:30am
Join us as we bike around town. today we will visit Howelsen hill.
Families must have an active membership. all days and camps are non-refundable or transferable
Cowboy camp at Howelson hill
June 25, 2025
9:00am
Yeeha! today we learn about the wild wild west, and embrace your inner cowboy or cowgirl!
Member rate, please call center for non-member rate. In event of bad weather, camp will be moved to Kids garden.
Camps are non-refundable.
Thank you
Junior Explorers weekly: Biking Around Town! - Week of June 23rd - June 26th
June 26, 2025
8:30am
June 23rd - 26th | 8:30-4:00 | Ages 6 -12 | Please pack or purchase a lunch. Packed lunches must be nut-free. Please bring your bike and helmet. Children must be proficient in bike riding.
Junior Explorers Club will be exploring and discovering Steamboat Springs. Daily themes include trips to historic Howelsen Hill, the Botanic Gardens, the Library, local parks, and the Core Trail.
Online prices are for members only. Must have active registration ($40). Camps are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Junior Explorers Daily - Biking Around Town: Day at the Mountain Beach
June 26, 2025
8:30am
8:30-4:00 | Ages 6 -12 | Please pack or purchase a lunch. Packed lunches must be nut-free.
Join us as we bike around town this week. Today we'll cool down after a long week with a dip in the Mountain Beach creek!
Families must have an active membership. All days and camps are non-refundable and non-transferable. *Bike and helmet required. Must be a proficient bike rider.
Adventure camp olympics at riverside
June 26, 2025
9:00am
Today campers will have their very own summer Olympics day! compete in relay races and sports for first place!
Member rate, please call center for non-member rate. In event of bad weather, camp will be moved to Kids garden.
Camps are non-refundable.
Thank you
Brick Master Builders Week 9-1.
June 30, 2025
9:00am
Week of June 30th indoor summer camp.
Show off your Master builder skills and creations!
Member rate for the entire week. Please call for daily and non-member rates. Families must be registered. Visit www.kidsplaygarden.com to register/fill out required forms.
Camps are non-refundable.
Brick Master Builders Week 9-3.
June 30, 2025
9:00am
June 30th-July 3rd 9:00am-3:00pm | Ages 3-12 | Lunch & snack included
Beam in the spotlight and show us your dance moves! Campers will get their bodies moving and let the beat move their feet. Our days will include motivational movement, interactive dance games, and exploring new and classic songs. Our campers will find true love for the magic of music and be sure to entertain as they come home with new performances.
Camps are non-refundable or transferable.
How Drop-In Childcare Works
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Choose A Payment Option
Utilize our flexible plans and customized membership deals to fit your family’s needs and schedule.
Pay By the Hour
No commitment, drop-in visits. Great for spontaneity!
Membership Packages
Discounted rates with hourly increments of 12, 24, 48 & 72.
Members benefit from discounted rates on both drop-in childcare and a variety of additional programs.
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Enjoy!
Drop-in (and drop-off) during business hours to witness them learn, grow, create, and play in a naturally creative environment.
Kids Garden isn't just guilt-free childcare; it's a place worth boasting about!
Our Curriculum Includes... We Integrate Montessori, Reggio and Play-Based Methods
Positive Socialization
Fine Motor Skills
Communication
Math Concepts
Reading Comprehension
Art
Yoga & Gross Motor Skills
And More...
A Unique Twist on Traditional Concepts Mommy and Me Classes in Steamboat Springs, CO
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Traditional mommy and me classes offer opportunities for parent-child bonding.
We recognize that healthy family bonds are supported by community. Parents shouldn’t be responsible for engaging their children 24/7. You need time to recharge and refresh to be the best for your child.
Kids Garden is the community you can lean on when you need support. At our mommy and me classes, we don’t expect you to engage in structured bonding activities (because we know you already do that enough!).
We take care of the fun with a diverse range of activities and programs for children. From arts and crafts to yoga and dance, we will keep your little ones occupied and engaged. You can relax and enjoy well-deserved “me time,” knowing that your kid is in good hands.
Play Care, Not Daycare Our Programs
Take a Tour of Our Learning Center Creativity Is At the Heart Of Our Center & Everything We Do
Seeing is believing, and we invite you to witness firsthand the magic of Kids Garden. Book a tour today, explore our facilities, meet our dedicated team, and learn more about our programs. Join us at Kids Garden, where every day is an opportunity for your child to thrive, create, and discover. Let's nurture their potential together, one playful moment at a time.
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Why Kids Garden
Kids Garden is a nurturing, natural environment flooded with sun light, living plants, textural elements, wooden structures and a consistent artistic expression. All backed by rich educational theories, green practices, diverse curriculum, creative arts and the freedom drop in to new experiences. A secure environment that stimulates minds and energizes bodies through amazing social interactions. A magical, whimsical place where experiments are encouraged and exploration is the constant.
Kids Garden Preschool
Kids Garden's preschool is centered around children ages 3-5 years old, where we seamlessly blend Montessori and Reggio methods to cultivate holistic growth. Through play-based learning, children develop positive socialization, fine motor skills, and effective communication techniques. Our curriculum goes beyond basics, introducing math concepts, reading comprehension, and even yoga for physical and emotional well-being. Join us in fostering a love for learning and exploration in every child!
FAQs
Yes! Kids Garden provides a sibling discount when a family brings both children to the center together. If you choose to become a member, both children will receive discounted hourly rates and access to discounted hourly packages.
We are a shoe-free facility, so your child must wear socks at all times. We have plenty of new pairs available for purchase if you forget. For younger children still in diapers or pull-ups, please bring diapers, wipes, a sippy cup and a spare change of clothes. You are welcome to use one of our storage cubbies to stash shoes, jackets, and other personal items. We kindly ask that your child's items are labeled such as their water bottle, bag or backpack, diapers and wipes. Please give all items needed to a teacher upon drop off to ensure we have everything your little one needs. If you don't have these items at drop off, it's okay! We got you! We sell diapers, snacks and can provide water cups to give you peace of mind that you can drop in anytime. We do not allow outside food or beverages (except water).Please speak with a team member if your child has dietary needs or restrictions.
YES! We are here for the spontaneous moments or when you just need a break for some me time. Kids Garden provides a fun and interactive learning place for your children. Drop the little ones off and enjoy some productive time away and return to happy, worn out kiddos.
Comfortable clothing that can get messy! They’ll be learning through sensory activities, arts and organized crafts that may involve anything from paints and glue to sand and even mud. While they’re sure to have fun, there’s no guarantee their clothes will remain spotless, so please dress them accordingly.
We serve balanced, nutritious meals and snacks everyday at Kids Garden. We do not permit outside food, but rather provide healthy and organic (when possible) sandwiches, fruits, veggies and whole grains that are available daily for a small fee.
For safety and health reasons, we do not allow any outside toys or food. Small children may bring a soft blanket or other small comfort item, but we ask that you leave all other possessions at home or in a storage cubby in our welcome area. Kids Garden has dedicated extensive research to sourcing the best, non-toxic toys and products for our eco-friendly center. Our play space is a time for new discovery and we encourage children to engage in new activities and experience natural materials.
We've Got You! Hear From parents who have found peace of mind in the garden
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Peer Bonding and Independence
Peer Bonding and Independence
While family bonds are important, peer bonding and socializing are essential components of a well-rounded child.
When parents step away and children get a chance to be independent and interact with peers, they are learning healthy social bonds.
Our mommy and me classes are a chance for your little one to embrace his or her independence and form lasting friendships with other little ones.
That is why we facilitate an environment where parents can address personal tasks, work, or indulge in self-care, while their children thrive in our engaging, educational setting.
Our environment is crafted to be a place of socialization and education, where children can engage in activities that are both fun and beneficial to their development. This ensures that every family member's needs are met, embodying the true essence of support and enrichment.
The Kids Garden Difference Mommy and Me Groups in Steamboat Springs, CO
Our unique approach to Steamboat Springs, CO mommy and me groups isn’t the only thing that sets us apart.
We hold a holistic view of family engagement and child development. We believe in the power of learning through play, the importance of creativity, and the value of community support.
Through our engaging curriculum and nurturing environment, children develop a love for learning that goes beyond the classroom.
We offer a playful, educational journey for all children, emphasizing hands-on learning, creativity, and the development of social skills that foster individual and collective growth.
Join Our Community Kids Garden Steamboat Springs, CO
Through our innovative childcare programs, Kids Garden in Steamboat Springs, CO invites you to explore a new paradigm of family engagement and individual growth.
Our center is not just a place for children to learn and play; it's a community where families can find support, make connections, and enjoy precious moments.
Let us support your family's journey and provide a nurturing ground for the “we” and the “me” in every family. Book now!
