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The Growing Patch
Welcome to The Growing Patch
Hello! My name is Heather. I am the owner of The Growing Patch at St. Mary's Episcopal Church in Dade City, FL. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education. I have 18 years of teaching experience (Kindergarten and First Grade) and now I have been teaching classes at The Growing Patch for 4 years.
Hello! My name is Heather. I am the owner of The Growing Patch at St. Mary's Episcopal Church in Dade City, FL. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education. I have 18 years of teaching experience (Kindergarten and First Grade) and now I have been teaching classes at The Growing Patch for 4 years.
About Us
The Growing Patch is a warm and welcoming child learning center, dedicated to inspiring curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning in young children. Located at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, our center provides engaging, hands-on educational experiences designed for children ages 2 years to 8 years — all alongside their caregivers.
Our Programs
We offer a variety of enrichment opportunities to support early learning and homeschool families, including:
Toddler Time – A joyful introduction to learning through stories, music, movement, and sensory play.
Homeschool Co-op – Creative, structured classes that complement homeschool curriculums through hands-on projects and social interaction.
Holiday & Seasonal Specials – Themed classes celebrating special occasions with crafts, experiments, stories, and fun seasonal surprises.
Our Philosophy
At The Growing Patch, we believe that children learn best through play, exploration, and connection. Our classes are designed for children to attend with a caregiver, creating shared experiences that strengthen bonds and foster a lifelong love of learning.
Latest News
Beginning September!
Fall at The Growing Patch!
We’re excited to share some updates as we head into a new season at The Growing Patch! This fall will look a little different, and we’re looking forward to offering meaningful opportunities for families to learn, explore, and make memories together.
NEW: Growing Patch Co-Op | Ages 5–8
Our new co-op will meet weekly and will be a whole-family learning experience — not a drop-off program.
Throughout the month, our weeks will rotate between:
Around the World
Literature-based learning
STEM & hands-on exploration
A monthly field trip together
Our Fall Co-Op is currently FULL, but we are keeping a waitlist in case a space becomes available! Please send us a message to join the waitlist!
Sprout & Play | Ages 2–4
Our toddler families can still join us for Sprout & Play on select Fridays from 9:30–10:30! These classes will continue to include stories, play, crafts, movement, and hands-on activities designed especially for our littlest learners.
Visit our Square site to view available classes: https://the-growing-patch-104437.square.site/s/shop
Contact Us
The Growing Patch at St. Mary's Episcopal Church
37637 Magnolia Ave, Dade City, FL 33523