Our Approach
A Different Kind of Early Childhood Experience
At Juega Y Aprende Daycare
Child-Led Learning
We believe children learn best when they are given the freedom to follow their curiosity. We observe each child closely, recognize their interests and developmental stage, and create opportunities for them to explore, discover, and learn in ways that feel meaningful to them.
Montessori-Inspired Environment
Our classrooms are thoughtfully prepared to encourage independence, concentration, movement, and discovery. Children are offered meaningful choices and hands-on experiences that allow them to develop practical skills, confidence, and a genuine love of learning.
Respectful & Nurturing Care
We approach every child with patience, empathy, and respect. Rather than rushing or directing every moment, our teachers provide gentle guidance while giving children the time and space they need to develop confidence, self-awareness, and independence.
Spanish Immersion
Spanish is naturally woven into the children's everyday experience. Through conversations, songs, activities, routines, and relationships with their teachers, children are immersed in a second language in a way that feels natural, engaging, and joyful.
Learning Through Play
Play is the heart of childhood, and it is one of the most powerful ways children learn. Through purposeful play, exploration, creativity, and social interaction, children develop language, problem-solving skills, emotional awareness, and a growing understanding of the world around them.
Whole-Child Development
We look beyond academics. Our approach nurtures the whole child socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually. We support children in becoming confident, compassionate, capable, and curious individuals who feel secure in who they are.
Whole-Child Development
Sabel Berding
Meet Our Director
Founded and led by Sabel Berding, a bilingual educator with over 20 years of experience, Juega y Aprende reflects her deep commitment to creating a warm, thoughtful, and enriching environment for young children. With a passion for early childhood education and meaningful connections with families, Sabel and the Juega Y Aprende family is dedicated to ensuring that every child feels known, valued, and encouraged to grow with confidence, curiosity, and independence.
