Preschool & PreK

The coronavirus outbreak has upended our lives, as we continue to face unprecedented disruptions. Navigating how to best support your young child’s development during this time is challenging. We offer suggestions and resources to assist you in determining the best possible care for your child whether that is center-based or at home with you during the pandemic and creating learning opportunities that enable your child to thrive. 

2022 Summer Camp and Activities Resources 

Child Care Resources and Support  

• On-site Child Care Operations during COVID-19
• Other Child Care Options during COVID-19
• Learn about child care options with Back-Up Care
• Seeking a nanny? Take the stress out of your search
• Hiring a nanny? Find tips for being a good employer during the pandemic
• On-site child care center questions? Read the COVID-19 Child Care FAQ

NOTE: AS PART OF STANFORD UNIVERSITY'S EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PROGRAMS, YOU HAVE ACCESS TO CERTAIN RESOURCES WHICH YOU MAY USE TO FIND CARE AND OTHER SERVICE PROVIDERS MEETING YOUR UNIQUE NEEDS AND BUDGET. YOUR USE OF THESE SERVICES IS AT YOUR SOLE RISK. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE CARE/SERVICES YOU ARRANGE, INCLUDING THE QUALITY AND THE COST OF THE CARE/SERVICES, AND FOR CONDUCTING ANY DESIRED CRIMINAL RECORDS CHECKS OR OTHER SCREENING ON ANY POTENTIAL PROVIDERS. STANFORD UNIVERSITY DOES NOT EMPLOY, RECOMMEND, ENDORSE OR SCREEN ANY PROVIDERS. STANFORD UNIVERSITY MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES ABOUT THE QUALITY OF THE CARE OR OTHER SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE PROVIDERS OR OTHER THIRD PARTIES OR ABOUT YOUR INTERACTIONS OR DEALINGS WITH ANY SUCH PARTIES.

Virtual Learning Resources for Children and Families 

• Looking for a screen-free activity? Listen to a kid-friendly podcast
• Children 0-5? Play, learn and grow together with The Early Learning Lab App
• Looking for learning activities curated into daily schedules? Explore Khan Academy
• Move your body and enjoy a virtual yoga class at Cosmic Kids Yoga
• Help children explore their emotions related to COVID-19 at Mindheart
• Explore Bright Horizons library of enriching activities at World at Home
• Review hands-on activities that prepare your child for kindergarten at Spark
• Provide at-home learning for your 3-7 year old with the MarcoPolo app and take advantage of a monthly or annual discount through your Bright Horizons benefit
• Have small children? Learn how to talk about the coronavirus at PBS Kids
• Talk to your young child about the importance of wearing a mask

Webinars, Workshops and Events

• Join Bright Horizons for a WorkLife parenting workshop
• Join a parent workshop or parenting support chat at Parents Place
• Join Bright Horizons early childhood education experts for tips and information for learning and living at home
• Reserve a time to visit Hidden Villa farm and wilderness area