About us

Learning and the ‘process of learning’ are the foundations of our program. Learning and movement are close companions, and as such, Ashley’s Garden is passionate about movement and ‘play’. Play conjures up adventure and exploration, imagination and FUN. Current research demonstrate that play is an important component of learning - that play actually promotes learning. “Play is the major way by which the creative intelligences and capacities of the child develops,” states Joseph Chilton Pearce. We believe success is learned and can, therefore, be taught. Teaching success naturally emerges when a child is engaged in activity and play which build in a progressive manner, allowing the child small successes along the way that build one upon the other. This allows the confidence of the child to grow and develop, which in turn builds a positive attitude about learning and one’s abilities. The hope of every parent is to have happy, successful children, and we believe we can assist in this great endeavor!