At Avant Garde, we know that entrusting someone to provide care for your family is a big decision! We take this responsibility very seriously, and we pride ourselves in offering the highest quality of care. Each Avant Garde facility has been completely renovated and modernized to foster a creative and child-lead, learning environment.
We are happy to have an extremely dedicated and highly qualified staff who attend regular, ongoing training above state licensing requirements. Our owners have over 15 years of experience managing and operating local preschools in Tulsa, formerly known as Koala Care. We have the best team of people that make every day full of fun, love, learning and creativity!
We are happy to have an extremely dedicated and highly qualified staff who attend regular, ongoing training above state licensing requirements. Our owners have over 15 years of experience managing and operating local preschools in Tulsa, formerly known as Koala Care. We have the best team of people that make every day full of fun, love, learning and creativity!
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How long has Avant Garde been in existence? The owner of Avant Gare is the previous owner of the award winning, Koala Care Preschool and holds over 15 years of experience. Do we need to bring our own lunch? Avant Garde provides nutritions meals for breakfast, lunch and an afternoon snack. You can view our weekly menu here.
Avant Garde Preschool & Early Learning Centers places a high importance on daily nutritious and delicious meals! All meals are fresh and prepared by our in-house chef daily. Breakfast, lunch and snacks are included in tuition at Avant Garde Preschool and Early Learning Centers. Any accommodations will be made for those who have special dietary needs.
Avant Garde's learning program is progressive in nature. It begins in the Infant Classroom and continues through the School-Age Classroom. The program promotes a home-like atmosphere which facilitates the child's adjustment process from home to early learning centers. At the infant level we are introducing the learning environment, language, and creating a seamless transition from home to school.
With our babies, we are introducing the learning environment, language, and creating a seamless transition from home to school. We give infants one-on-one attention, helping new brain cells connect and promote feelings of security and confidence. Once the babies feel stable, it allows them to explore the environment around them with teacher guidance.
In the toddler classroom we are promoting the next developmental stage as they move from the infant room. We focus on creating spaces where they can explore, investigate materials and gain sensory experiences. The teachers introduce a language rich environment with narration and play by play methods.
Reviews (10)
Shannon Fischer Long
Oct 04, 2021
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L. C.
Sep 18, 2021
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Brad Clark
Aug 18, 2021
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They allow disruptive, destructive and unfaithful behavior due to their overinflated egos and vanity. This is a place that is living in the past and failing to measure up to what is promised in so many ways - intentionally. They excel at segregating, demeaning and belittling students in order to make them understand they are not worthy. The simple things that you teach your child, truth, faith, honesty, courtesy are rejected and discouraged. Run.
Molly
Aug 15, 2021
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Don’t be fooled by the façade, this place is completely unprofessional and disingenuous. This is an extremely unprofessional daycare that needs to be called out on their double standards. Both the director and staff members (does not apply to all teachers) demonstrate a strong disregard for the welfare of the children enrolled in this center and abuse their position of authority. The only qualities that are guaranteed to be demonstrated is their lack of respect and lack of accountability towards you and your family. If you have small children that can’t yet fully voice concerns, or understand
Stacy Pettit
Jan 22, 2021
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I have two kids that attend Avant Garde - one in the infant room and one in the preschool room. They both love it there, and my oldest talks all the time about the fun things he does, his buddies, and his teachers. The staff there genuinely care about the kids, and the executive director listens to requests and questions with patience. The infant room has cameras, and I have seen the teachers sitting in the floor talking and playing with the babies. I know my oldest is getting a good education as well. They used to have an issue with teachers not sticking around very long, but they seem to have
Holly Garland
Nov 12, 2020
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We love Avant Garde and so does our son. I was worried he would never adjust to being away from home but in a short amount of time he became excited to be at school with his friends. His vocabulary quickly expanded, he developed routines and became open to trying new things. The staff genuinely care & treat you like family. I’m so thankful we have a place like AG for our kiddo.
Trisch Mapel
Sep 10, 2020
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I have been extremely happy with this center. The Director and Teachers are so kind and loving with my daughter, and really care about the kids in their class rooms. I love that its a technology free classroom, and they let the kids lead their own play time. It has helped with my daughters development significantly, and I am always surprised when she shows me her new tricks! Definitely would recommend this to any families looking for a good center.
Daniela Chavez
Jun 15, 2020
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Avant Garde Brookside location is a must. It’s a clean and bright facility with respectful/loving teachers and a great director who hears out the needs of parents and staff. Children follow lesson plan curriculum and they always make learning fun! The atmosphere is just right and meeting the needs to feel safe and secure is a priority. Check them out!
Ashley Toothman
Jun 08, 2020
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Sarah Dial
Dec 22, 2017
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I just enrolled my child at the South Tulsa/Sheridan location and have nothing but great things to say. From Danielle and Jessica on the administration staff, to Ms. Melissa and Majeste in the toddler classroom, and every other teacher I have met there (sorry I do not know all their names), they have made the transition wonderful. My son has come home every day talking excitedly about what all he did and not once in the year he was at his previous school did he do that. Their attention and dedication to their students shines through and I am so thankful for all of them! I highly recommend this
