A Children's Garden is a preschool for 2- to 5-year-olds in a residential area of Olivenhain. Full-day and half-day programs are available, and after-school care is offered until 5pm. Cathy Horton started the school in 1979 that bases its approach on the philosophy of John Dewey and encourages playtime as an opportunity to learn social and language skills. Activities are held indoors and outdoors and include storytelling, music and dance. The school uses a traditional class calendar. Interested parents can call and arrange a tour of the school.