Building a Foundation for Lifelong Learning

About Us

Who We Are

At The Meadow Preschool, we empower children to develop their unique talents through immersive play-based learning experiences, ensuring they thrive socially, emotionally, and intellectually in their early years.

Our preschool environment encourages curiosity and creativity, helping young learners build essential skills while fostering a strong sense of community among families and educators.

Outdoor play area at The Meadow Preschool Polsen Montana

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MISSION & VISION

My Commitment to Early Childhood Education

I’m the owner/director and teacher at The Meadow Preschool; a child centered, mostly outdoor, play based preschool developed from my 27+ years experience in teaching infants, preschoolers, home school pods, and elementary school. My former infant care and preschools were awarded The QRIS Five Star Rating, indicating the highest level of quality. I incorporate expeditionary style learning, traditional handicrafts, fine arts, ASL, Brain Gym, several forms of physical disciplines along with academics to ensure each child is prepared for a healthy life of continued learning.

I”m also a mother, and former foster mom. I conduct adult workshops on childhood nutrition, child compliance, music and movement, reading strategies for the very young, and play. It is my goal to spread research based educational strategies to assist everyone (parents, family members, care givers, educators, anyone who works with children) in the care and education of the young in order to promote health, joy and a lifetime of discovery.

~Dana Mudd

Dana Mudd and some of the preschoolers she has guided

Upcoming Talks & Workshops

All About Rainbows!
for Curious Small People
Workshop for 3-5 year olds
Wonderbar
49504 US-93, Polson, MT 59860
Saturday March 15, 2025
2pm -4pm
$20 per child
What Is Love?
for Curious Small People
Workshop for 3-5 year olds
Wonderbar
49504 US-93, Polson, MT 59860
Saturday February 22, 2025
2pm – 4pm
$20 per child
Penguins!
for Curious Small Peo
ple
Workshop for 3-5 year olds
Wonderbar
49504 US-93, Polson, MT 59860
Saturday February 22, 2025
2pm – 4pm
$20 per child
Portrait of Dana Mudd early childhood education expert

Work with Dana

Interested in working together? Dana is available for talks, workshops, leadership activities and 1:1 sessions with parents to address behavior and communication challenges.

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