JOY Holistic Education is committed to revolutionizing education by completely redesigning the learning experience, prioritizing what truly matters for today's learners—a dynamic, inclusive, and impactful educational journey.
At JOY, state standards are met or surpassed while still prioritizing free play and children leading their own learning. Here we have a strong belief that childhood is not the preparation for adulthood but a sacred stage in human life that deserves to be treasured.
Our approach, evident in our daily rhythm, seamlessly blends structured activities with free play and children-driven experiences
We reject passive learning, where children are expected to sit for long periods, have a short recess and limited time outside. Instead, we advocate for an active learning experience, where children not only move around but also act as protagonists and leaders of their educational experience.
Imagine a school where children read, write, and engage in math concepts at or beyond their level, while also freely playing, walking barefoot outside, resting as needed, and thoroughly enjoying school. Imagine a school where children meditate, solve their conflicts independently, learn about the world around them and are committed to impact their community from a young age. When you visit our school, you'll see focused, engaged, and passionate children, deeply connected to their learning because it's relevant and meaningful to their real life.
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What is Holistic Education? The art of nurturing all the dimensions of a human being:
Physical
Emotional
Physical
Emotional
Social and Moral
Spiritual
Artistic and Creative
Intellectual
Social and Moral
Spiritual
Artistic and Creative
Intellectual
Now families can have it all,
including a Bilingual Education
We are proud to offer a bilingual education program that follows the Two-Way Dual Language model, intentionally composed of both Spanish and English speakers from Preschool to Elementary. Our vision is to create a learning environment where children, regardless of their native language, achieve proficiency in both languages while nurturing cultural competence and academic excellence. Bilingual strategies are seamlessly integrated into all school projects and activities, enriching the daily learning experience for all children. Beginning with a stronger emphasis on Spanish and gradually transitioning to a balanced 50-50 distribution, our model ensures comprehensive language development.
We prioritize outdoor learning
JOY recognizes the importance of spending time outside and connecting with nature. The benefits are infinite but not limited to:
• Improved physical health
• Mental and Emotional wellbeing
• Connection to our inner self
• Appreciation of living things
• Higher academic performance
For these reasons, we adjust our schedule to be outside for extended periods of time. Some ways that we do this include: eating meals, reading books, having small group or whole group instruction outside, as well as free play.
The goal is to develop a sense of inter-connection with Mother Earth. Outdoor learning environments, like everything we do, are intentionally enhanced. We make sure that the outdoor space offers rich and diverse opportunities for children to explore the natural world around them.
Moments of JOY
Here's a small sample of some of the great things your child can enjoy when they join our setting…
Here's a small sample of some of the great things your child can enjoy when they join our school…
Our new school is exceptional, featuring five acres of stunning outdoor space, including a multiple sport court and picturesque areas ideal for our JOY philosophy. It is conveniently situated in Leon Springs, making it accessible for families in San Antonio, Fair Oaks, and Boerne who seek a bilingual and holistic education.
We are also excited to announce that we are expanding to elementary education, bringing all the great things that we do at JOY Preschool to older students. From serving the community to engaging in entrepreneurship, we are committed to providing a well-rounded education, for students of all ages, that prepares them for success in all aspects of life.
JOY
The purest definition of happiness. It is not something that you find in the external world, but an inner feeling that emerges from deep in the heart. We treasure the joy in every aspect of our life.
CREATIVITY
The purest definition of happiness. It is not something that you find in the external world, but an inner feeling that emerges from deep in the heart. We treasure the joy in every aspect of our life.
WISDOM
The ability to use knowledge, experience, and intuition. We use wisdom as our inner compass to think, feel and act.
HONOR
The awareness to recognize and appreciate the individuality of all things. We honor the light, love and beauty in ourselves, others and the world around us.
Arrange a Tour at JOY Holistic Education
The best way to discover what makes JOY special is to see it firsthand. We can provide engaging and interactive tours at our San Antonio location daily. We look forward to meeting you soon and getting to know you and your child more!