Sleepy Hollow Preschool is learning through play!

SHPS uses an emergent curriculum model to develop activities and enriched environments which reflect the children’s interests while offering appropriate developmental tasks. Our excellent teaching staff continues to find new ways to make learning fun and accessible for all our families.


The Sleepy Hollow Way: Watch Us Learn & Play…

Video by Green Buzz Agency. Music by Eric Keller, SHPS Music Teacher


About Our School

Founded in 1949, Sleepy Hollow Preschool (SHPS) is a private, not-for-profit 501(c)3, independent, parent cooperative preschool serving Northern Virginia. Over its 70+ years in operation, SHPS has earned a reputation as an outstanding educational setting for preschool age children. It has received numerous awards for its program, director and members of its teaching staff. SHPS is non-sectarian and includes children of all abilities. As a cooperative preschool, SHPS involves parents in their children’s first educational experiences. It has created a community of staff and members committed to providing the very best in preschool education to children, ages 2 - 5.



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Make our favorite Play Dough at home!

2 Cups Flour
1 Cup Salt
4 Tsp. Cream of Tartar
2 Cups Water
2 Tbs. Vegetable Oil
Food Coloring

Combine all liquid ingredients (including food coloring) in a container. Combine dry ingredients in a sauce plan, add liquid ingredients and mix well. Cook over medium-high heat stirring constantly until the mixture forms a ball. Cool and enjoy!


The teachers and staff are all so knowledgeable and nurturing it makes my heart happy to know that I am entrusting my kids to a place where they are supported and cared about and where they can just be kids.

- Nindiya R., SHPS Parent


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