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Daisy Trails is fully licensed by the State of Nevada and proudly participates in QRIS (Quality Rating and Improvement System) and NAFCC (National Association for Family Child Care) accreditation. Our experienced teachers hold degrees in Early Childhood Education and are certified Forest School Leaders at Level 1, actively working toward Level 8 certification by June 2026.
We provide wholesome, homemade meals and snacks created by our amazing Chefs Dean and Wyatt. We offer a consistent daily rhythm filled with rich, meaningful experiences—art, music, movement, sensory play, storytelling, and project-based learning that follows the children’s interests and developmental needs.
At Daisy Trails, we honor childhood. We believe in slow, intentional care where curiosity is welcomed, relationships are cherished, and every child is truly seen.
Our Forest Preschool, Our Home
If you’re a family looking for more than just childcare, Welcome! At Daisy Trails Forest Preschool, we are Not a daycare or babysitting service. Here we provide high-quality preschool education and intentional, nurturing care for children ages 0–4. These are the most critical years in a human’s growth and development, and we are dedicated to laying the foundation for lifelong learning, emotional well-being, and a joyful connection to the natural world.
We operate more like a traditional school, with a set academic calendar, structured hours, and tuition rates that reflect the high quality of care and education we provide. Our low child-to-teacher ratios allow us to offer deeply personal, connected, and responsive care. This means your child is truly known, supported, and encouraged in their individual growth and learning journey. For this reason, we do not allow drop-in care during school days. A consistent group of children protects our learning environment, prevents disruptions, and helps build a strong sense of community in the classroom. This consistency reinforces the rhythm of our days, strengthens peer relationships, and upholds the school-based model of learning that is central to our program.
We understand that every family’s needs are different. If you’re looking for weekday drop in care, coverage for work in a daycare or babysitting, we’re happy to recommend two wonderful local programs:
🌼 Village Christian Preschool – 736 McCourry Blvd | (775) 831-1184
Open at 7:45 AM.
🌼 Incline Village Nursery School – 341 Village Blvd | (775) 831-4040
Wherever your path leads, we hope you find a place where your child is celebrated, supported, and free to thrive.
Daisy Trails Forest Preschool is located at 54 Shoreline Circle in beautiful Incline Village, NV, 89451. Nestled near the shores of Lake Tahoe, our program is grounded in nature-based, child-led learning for infants and toddlers ages 1 month to 4 years. While we are licensed for ages 0-10, our heart lies in nurturing the youngest learners.
Our days are spent almost entirely outdoors, where children are free to explore, imagine, and connect deeply with the natural world. Our dedicated indoor and outdoor spaces are safe, inspiring, and developmentally appropriate—thoughtfully equipped with open-ended materials that encourage creativity, confidence, and joy.
Our Teachers
Harmony
and Cole
About Harmony Shreve
Harmony Shreve founded Daisy Day Care in 2003 and brought her vision to Tahoe in 2012, transitioning to a nature-based preschool model. With over 28 years of experience in early childhood care, she continues to find joy in every moment spent with young children.
Harmony holds an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education and is currently continuing her studies at the University of Nevada, Reno, as well as completing Forest School Leader training in Scotland.
Moving to Tahoe allowed her to bring nature into the classroom every day. She’s passionate about nurturing a love of the outdoors and building a strong sense of community in every child.
“Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning. But for children, play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood.”
— Fred Rogers
About Dean Shreve
Dean Shreve is our chef, assistant teacher, and a calm, patient presence in the classroom. He grew up at Daisy Day Care and has become an essential part of the Daisy Trails Forest Preschool community.
With over seven years of experience in commercial kitchens—including Soule Domain, Lone Eagle Grille, and currently part-time at Gar Woods—Dean brings his love of food into the heart of our program. He prepares wholesome, gourmet meals for our students and uses mealtime as an opportunity for learning, connection, and care.
Dean holds an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education from Lake Tahoe Community College and is continuing his studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. He is also completing Forest School Leader training in Scotland, deepening his commitment to outdoor, child-led learning.
When he’s not in the kitchen or classroom, Dean can be found teaching Tahoe kids to ski and sharing his love of the outdoors year-round.
“The best classroom and the richest cupboard is roofed only by the sky.”
— Margaret McMillan
About Wyatt Shreve
Wyatt Shreve is our second assistant teacher, a talented baker, and a creative force behind many of the engaging play spaces at Daisy Trails Forest Preschool. Like his brother Dean, Wyatt grew up at Daisy Day Care and brings a deep understanding of our values and community into his work with children.
Wyatt has cooked at local institutions including The Chateau and Diamond Peak, and now prepares fresh, homemade bread for the preschool every day. He is currently enrolled at Lake Tahoe Community College, where he is studying Early Childhood Education and Art. He leads toddler enrichment classes and regularly prepares thoughtful, open-ended invitations to play.
Wyatt is the magic behind many of our big outdoor experiences—designing play setups for beach days, building our mud tables and garden boxes, and supporting every adventure with calm, steady care. He is lifeguard certified, CPR and First Aid trained, and Wilderness First Response ready.
We’re incredibly grateful for Wyatt’s presence, creativity, and dedication to making each day at Daisy Trails special for our children.
“Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up.”
— Pablo Picasso
Discover
We recognize the benefits of play based learning where children learn to communicate their thoughts, feelings and needs to others, lengthen their attention span and develop their creativity. Children are invited to play and explore in a secure environment where they can confidently tackle new situations and discover their surroundings
Learn
All our staff not only provide children with a solid foundation in literacy, scientific-mathematical thinking, and soci-emotional development, but seek to promote a life-long appreciation of learning through emphasis on the joys of discovery and the empowerment of choice. Our core curriculum is enhanced by activities that allow for children to creatively express themselves, such as dramatic play, music, movement, art and dance.
Grow
With the first years of a child’s life being critical to shaping a child’s future, health and development, we acknowledge that the changes we make to improve our children’s environment can have a profound impact on their small bodies. Therefore we are committed to reducing environmental hazards in our centers and providing children with an eco-healthy environment so they can grow into healthy adults
Enrichment Activities
Enrichment classes are part of our daily routine! We are excited to welcome several enrichment teachers from our community to help us learn and grow! Classes do vary by season. Currently, we offer ski and snowboarding, Tai Chi, Yoga, Music, Dance, soccer, and paint and sippy cup classes. breath and balance.
