Thursday, September 3, 2026

A Whole Week of Disney Magic at The Academy of Westhaven 🏰

What a magical week we had at school! Our friends stepped into a world of beloved characters, adventures, imagination, and LOTS of Disney fun during our Disney Week! From Mickey Mouse to Elsa, every day brought a new adventure for our little Disney fans. ❤️

🐭 Monday: Mickey & Friends Day

We kicked off our magical week with Mickey & Friends Day! Our friends celebrated some of their favorite Disney pals and started the week with plenty of smiles, laughter, and Disney magic!

🌺 Tuesday: Moana Day

On Tuesday, we set sail for adventures with Moana! Our friends came dressed in their favorite costumes from the movie and enjoyed a day filled with island-inspired fun, imagination, and adventure. We loved seeing all of our little explorers bring their favorite characters to life!

🚀 Wednesday: Toy Story Day

To infinity and beyond! Wednesday was all about Toy Story! Our classrooms were filled with themed sensory bins and lots of opportunities for hands-on play. We even had two very special guests join us—Woody and Buzz Lightyear! Our friends were so excited to see their favorite Toy Story characters come to life!


🏃‍♀️ Thursday: Disney Dash Day

Thursday was time to get moving with our Disney Dash! Our kiddos came dressed in their favorite Disney costumes and participated in a fun-filled relay. There were lots of cheering, teamwork, laughter, and, of course, a little Disney magic along the way!

❄️ Friday: Frozen Day

We ended our week with a little Frozen fun! Our friends dressed like Anna and Elsa and used their creativity to build Elsa’s magical castle. It was the perfect way to wrap up an unforgettable week of Disney adventures!

From magical castles and favorite characters to sensory play, costumes, and exciting games, our Disney Week was truly one to remember! 

Thank you to all of our wonderful parents for your continued support and for helping us make this summer so magical! We are so grateful for all the ways you help make these special moments possible for our little ones. Here’s to more summer memories, more smiles, and even more magic! 









Thursday, August 27, 2026

Heroes in Training - An Action-Packed Week!

What an incredible week we had at the Academy of Westhaven! Our preschoolers stepped into the world of superheroes for a fun-filled week packed with imagination, adventure, teamwork, creativity, and plenty of superhero excitement!

Monday: Superhero Training Camp

We kicked off the week with our Superhero Training Camp! Our little superheroes practiced their superhero skills through exciting challenges, movement activities, and teamwork. The children had so much fun pretending to be superheroes while learning that being a hero is also about being kind, helping others, and working together.


Tuesday: A Visit from Lego Batman & Spider-Man

Tuesday was extra special because we had some amazing superhero guests join us! Lego Batman and Spider-Man stopped by the Academy to meet our preschool superheroes. The children were thrilled to see their favorite characters and had so much fun interacting with them. It was definitely a superhero surprise they won't forget!

Wednesday: Superhero Slime Rescue

On Wednesday, our superheroes were called to action for a Superhero Slime Rescue! The children got hands-on with slime as they worked to complete their rescue mission. It was a messy, silly, and exciting experience that encouraged sensory exploration, problem-solving, and lots of imaginative play.




Thursday: Superhero Parade

Thursday was one of our biggest highlights of the week! Our children came to school dressed as their favorite superheroes and were ready to show off their incredible costumes. We held our very own Superhero Parade, marching through the hallways and proudly showing off all of our superhero looks. Seeing their excitement and big smiles made this day so special!


Friday: Spider-Man Spidey Rescue

We finished our superhero adventure with a Spider-Man Spidey Rescue! Our little heroes put their skills to the test as they joined Spider-Man on a rescue mission. The children had a fantastic time using their imaginations, working together, and saving the day!

Superhero Week was truly a week to remember! From training like superheroes to meeting special guests, completing rescue missions, getting messy with slime, and marching in our superhero parade, our preschoolers had an unforgettable time filled with fun, laughter, creativity, and imagination.

We want to give a huge thank you to all of our Academy of Westhaven families for your continued support and for helping make our summer program so special. Your participation, excitement, and support have helped us create so many wonderful memories for your children this summer.

Thank you for helping us make this summer super! We can't wait to see what adventures are still ahead!




Monday, August 17, 2026

Outta This World Week: A Stellar Adventure at The Academy of Westhaven! 🚀🌎✨

What an outta this world week we had at The Academy of Westhaven! Our little explorers blasted off on an exciting adventure through space, learning, discovering, and making memories along the way. From astronauts to asteroids and even a special visit from a real-life astronaut, every day was filled with fun and wonder!

🚀 Monday: Astronaut School

We kicked off our week with Astronaut School! Our kiddos learned what it takes to be an astronaut and imagined what it would be like to travel beyond Earth. They practiced their astronaut skills, explored space-themed activities, and learned all about the incredible people who journey into space. We had some very enthusiastic future astronauts in our classrooms!


🌌 Tuesday: Galaxy Exploration

On Tuesday, our little astronauts ventured into the galaxy! We explored stars, planets, and the wonders of outer space. The kiddos got to use their imaginations as they discovered what makes our galaxy so amazing. There was so much curiosity, excitement, and plenty of “Wow!” moments throughout the day!


☄️ Wednesday: Asteroid Toss

Wednesday brought some action with our Asteroid Toss! Our kiddos had a blast putting their throwing skills to the test as they tried to send their “asteroids” flying. It was the perfect combination of movement, laughter, and space-themed fun!

👨‍🚀 Thursday: A Visit From a REAL-LIFE Astronaut!

Thursday was truly outta this world! We were so excited to welcome a real-life astronaut as our special guest! Our kiddos had the incredible opportunity to learn from someone who has actually experienced the wonders of space. Their faces lit up as they listened, asked questions, and soaked up this unforgettable experience. What an amazing way to inspire our young explorers to dream big!



👽 Friday: Martian Mash

We wrapped up our stellar week with our Martian Mash! Our little space travelers celebrated all the fun they had throughout the week with plenty of dancing, laughter, and outta-this-world excitement. It was the perfect way to finish our adventure together!

💫 Thank You, Families!

A huge THANK YOU to all of our amazing parents and families for your continued support! Your encouragement helps us create special experiences where our kiddos can learn, explore, imagine, and simply have fun being little.

Thank you for helping us make these moments possible and for being part of our preschool family. These are the memories that will last a lifetime—and we are so grateful to make them together! 💙🚀✨

Until our next adventure… 3, 2, 1… BLAST OFF! 🚀







Wednesday, August 5, 2026

A Colorful Week of Creativity at the Academy of Westhaven!

What an unforgettable week we've had at The Academy of Westhaven! Our annual Krafty Kids Week was packed with creativity, imagination, and hands-on fun. Each day gave our little artists the opportunity to explore new materials, express themselves, and create something uniquely their own. We loved watching their confidence and excitement grow with every project!

Monday: Lantern Creations
We kicked off the week by decorating our very own lanterns! The children used colorful markers, stickers, tissue paper, and other fun materials to design beautiful lanterns that reflected their unique personalities. They were so proud to show off their glowing masterpieces and loved seeing everyone's creative ideas come to life. 




Tuesday: Spinning Art Fun
Tuesday was all about color and motion! The children had an amazing time creating spinning art, watching bright paint swirl and mix into one-of-a-kind masterpieces. There were lots of smiles, laughter, and excitement as each spin revealed a new surprise. Every piece turned out as unique as the little artist who made it!


Wednesday: Creation Station
Our Creation Station was a huge hit! The children explored different ways to create by painting colorful pictures, sculpting with fun materials, and letting their imaginations lead the way. It was wonderful to see them experimenting, collaborating with friends, and taking pride in everything they created. The classroom was filled with creativity from every corner!




Thursday: Foam Party Celebration
After several days of creating masterpieces, it was time for a little messy fun! Our Foam Party had everyone laughing, dancing, and playing together. The children loved running through the mountains of fluffy foam, making memories with their classmates, and enjoying a fun-filled outdoor adventure. It was definitely a highlight of the week!




Friday: Garden Rock Painting
We wrapped up Krafty Kids Week by painting beautiful garden rocks. The children transformed ordinary rocks into colorful works of art using bright paints and creative designs. Whether they painted rainbows, flowers, hearts, or silly patterns, each rock became a special keepsake to take home and enjoy.

Krafty Kids Week was filled with creativity, exploration, and so many joyful moments. Experiences like these help children build fine motor skills, express themselves through art, and most importantly, have fun while learning. Thank you to all of our wonderful families for supporting these special activities. We hope your children enjoyed sharing their creations and stories from the week as much as we enjoyed making memories with them!

We can't wait to see what creative adventures come next at The Academy of Westhaven!