The Kessler School, a highly regarded pre-K through 8th grade private school in North Oak Cliff, is expanding its commitment to early childhood education with the opening of its brand-new Early Childhood Center (TKS ECC). Slated to open its doors on November 4th, TKS ECC will provide high-quality, year-round childcare for children ages 3 months to 3 years, offering local families an exceptional early childhood education experience.
Located at the school's new campus, TKS ECC will operate Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., with closures only on major holidays. The center is designed to foster a play-based learning environment that supports children's developmental needs during their earliest years.
“We are beyond excited about this new journey we’re about to embark on together,” said Stephanie Guerrero, Director of The Kessler School’s ECC. “I truly believe this new program will be the beginning of something special, creating many opportunities for our community to grow and foster new friendships.”
Guerrero brings more than six years of early childhood education experience to her role as director. A licensed director with extensive knowledge of early education and state regulations, she previously served as an early childcare director before joining TKS.
TKS ECC will feature four classrooms designed to create safe and engaging spaces for young learners. It will also offer a common room where children can stay active during rainy days, ensuring continuous learning and play no matter the weather.
Reflecting The Kessler School’s commitment to individualized education, the school’s ECC curriculum will emphasize learning through play, fostering cognitive, social and emotional development in children.
“We believe children learn best through play, and we’re incorporating this philosophy throughout the year,” Guerrero added.
Children enrolled in TKS ECC will also have the opportunity to seamlessly continue their educational journey into The Kessler School’s Pre-K program—potentially staying with the school through 8th grade. This continuity provides families with a consistent, high-quality educational experience from infancy to early adolescence.
Enrollment for TKS ECC will begin soon. Families are encouraged to download the Brightwheel app to create an account and stay updated. Once enrollment opens, families will be able to register directly through the app.
This expansion comes on the heels of TKS’s acquisition of the historic Cavalry Baptist Church building and grounds in Oak Cliff's Sunset Hill neighborhood. The new campus, which opened for classes in August 2023, is part of a long-term growth strategy aimed at enhancing the school’s ability to serve the evolving needs of the community.
Since its founding in 1999, The Kessler School has created a diverse community of students in the North Oak Cliff area of Dallas. Using the workshop teaching model pioneered by Columbia University’s Teachers College, the school provides high-quality, individualized pre-K-8th grade education while reflecting the diverse, creative, progressive Oak Cliff community it serves. For more information, visit thekesslerschool.com.