The Gardner School of Union Row - Now Enrolling!
Research-Based Curriculum and On-Site Enrichment Courses
The Gardner School is proud to serve families in the Northern Virginia/DC area, and we’re excited to announce that we are now enrolling! Our school is conveniently located on the corner of 14th Street NW and V Street NW across from Busboys and Poets. It is easily accessible to families in the surrounding neighborhoods of Pleasant Plains, Columbia Heights, Logan Circle, DuPont, and Shaw.
Highly Qualified Teachers in Preschool Classrooms
All programs at The Gardner School of Union Row are designed to encourage your child’s emerging sense of self while nurturing their intellectual growth, exploration, and socialization in a safe, supportive environment for children 6 weeks to 5 years. We encourage learning and development through engaging activities that help children build skills and friendships!
Now Welcoming Military Families with ChildCare Aware
At The Gardner School of Union Row, we’re proud to support military and Department of Defense families by accepting ChildCare Aware of America assistance. Our goal is to provide a trusted, high-quality early learning environment while honoring the unique needs of military-connected families. You can learn more about eligibility at childcareaware.org.
We are excited to bring The Gardner School to the U Street Corridor. The Gardner School of Union Row is a rich learning environment with an engaging curriculum and plenty of time for child-directed play. Your children will love the S.T.E.A.M. Lab, large indoor playscape, enrichment studio, and all of the other exciting features we’ve incorporated into this special school.
We have gone above and beyond traditional childcare and preschool programs. Our approach ensures that each child is nurtured at the proper pace and level, providing them with an educational foundation for a lifetime of learning. For more information, please fill out the contact form below.
School Features
- Academically focused learning through a research-based curriculum
- Real-time updates through our parent communications app, sharing photos, nap and feeding times, and school announcements
- Safe and secure environment with two security checkpoints
- Inviting classrooms with highly qualified lead preschool teachers
- Delicious, healthy meals in the Kids’ Café
- On-site supplemental enrichment classes (sports, music, and arts, computers, foreign language) in our enrichment studio
- S.T.E.A.M. Lab
- Open-door policy for daily check-ins
- Large indoor playscape
- Yearly family and community events
- Convenient location in U Street Corridor
- Now accepting ChildCare Aware of America assistance for military-connected families
Academically-focused Programs
Summer at TGS
Infants
Pre-K
Preschool
Toddlers
Twos
Union Row - Now Enrolling! Campus Leadership
Brittney Evans
School Director
How long have you been with TGS?
Since December 2023!
Roles Served with TGS:
Executive Director
What is your educational background?
I was an infant teacher for 11 years, and I worked for the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) for two years. I also have a bachelor’s degree in psychology and an associate’s degree in early childhood education.
What made you decide to have a career in education?
I love seeing the faces of children as they explore everything around them. The relationships that I create with children, families, and my teachers are so important to me.
What makes you laugh about kids?
The conversations children engage in and the curiosity that they have always makes me laugh!
What do you love most about working with infants through the age of 5?
I love infants and being able to watch them grow over the years. It’s an incredible privilege to be present for a child’s first experiences in a social setting.
What is your favorite part of the day at TGS?
Talking to my teachers to get updates on our students is one of my favorite parts of the day. I also love just sitting down and playing with the children. There is nothing else like it.
What do you love most about TGS?
TGS has a robust community of experienced directors and teachers who are willing to go the extra mile to help our students and our families. We’ve built a strong community of educators here.
What is your fondest memory of TGS thus far?
The winter formal was such a special event! I treasured seeing all the children perform and the looks on the faces of their parents as they watched the performances.
What inspires you?
My son Jaxx is 7 months old, and he is the primary reason I want to improve the field of education. He is my “why” for everything I do!
What is your passion or passions?
My passion is to help every educator I work with to improve their teaching and to use my voice to be an advocate for quality care.
How important is early childhood education?
Early childhood education is important because it creates a foundation for lifelong learning.
What would you tell new parents who are apprehensive about leaving their infant in the care of someone else for the first time?
Being a parent, I understand feeling hesitant to leave your child in someone else’s care for the first time. This is a very normal feeling that all parents experience. However, with live updates and photos during the day, you can see how we make your child’s days memorable. We also have an open-door policy so that you can visit your child any time of day!
