Utahloy Nursery Center

Discover Utahloy Nursery Center:

Where Curiosity Takes Flight

At the heart of every child’s journey is the desire to explore, grow, and belong. At Utahloy Nursery Center (UNC), we nurture that journey through the time-tested, child-centered Montessori philosophy.

The Montessori Legacy: More Than a Method, a Movement

Inspired by Dr. Maria Montessori’s revolutionary work, our approach is built on a profound truth: every child is born with unique potential. Through decades of scientific observation across cultures and communities, Montessori education has evolved into a holistic framework that respects the natural development of the child.

We champion independent education that cultivates capable, confident learners, and peace education that fosters empathy, respect, and global citizenship from the very beginning.

Jill Wen
Head of UNC
jwen2@uisgz.org

Our Learning Communities: Designed for Every Stage of Development

NIDO: The Nest (Ages 6–18 Months)

Teacher-Student Ratio: 1:2

Nido is a warm, secure, and loving environment where our youngest explorers feel safe to begin their discovery of the world.

We offer Half-Day, Full-Day, and Weekend Parent-Child Classes, all designed to gently support your child’s earliest leaps in sensory awareness, motor skills, language, and cognitive growth. Here, every touch, sound, and interaction is a building block for independence.

IC: Infant & Toddler Community (Ages 18–36 Months)

Teacher-Student Ratio: 1:4

As toddlers blossom, they transition into our vibrant IC community, a prepared environment where life and learning become one. This is where coordination, language, and social skills flourish through purposeful activity.

Children don’t just play — they practice skills that last a lifetime: concentration, emotional resilience, problem-solving, and the joyful confidence that comes from “I did it myself!”

CASA: Children’s House (Ages 3–6 Years)

Teacher-Student Ratio: 1:6

In our beautiful Casa dei Bambini (Children’s House), children aged 3–6 learn together in a mixed-age family setting. The curriculum unfolds across five key areas:

Practical Life
Sensory Exploration
Language (Chinese & English)
Mathematics
Science, Geography & Culture

This is where foundational academic skills meet real-world understanding, preparing children for a seamless transition to future learning.