At Blue Bird Day, we believe every child deserves an environment where they can thrive socially, emotionally, and therapeutically. That belief guided Dr. Laura Mraz in 2014 when she founded Blue Bird Day, the first therapeutic preschool and kindergarten program in the nation. Today, as we celebrate a decade of empowering children and families, we reflect on the profound impact Blue Bird Day has made.
Pioneering a groundbreaking model that combines multidisciplinary therapies under one roof, Blue Bird Day stands as a beacon of hope for families of children aged 2–7 with developmental challenges.
What Makes Blue Bird Day Unique?
Blue Bird Day isn’t just a preschool and kindergarten, it’s a path toward growth and achievement. Our proprietary therapeutic model tailors every aspect of the daily curriculum to meet the individual needs of each child. Every part is carefully crafted to create an immersive, supportive experience that fosters meaningful progress.
With three facilities across Chicagoland—West Loop, Northcenter, and Wheaton—our dedicated team of professionals has supported hundreds of families, helping children thrive and achieve incredible milestones they never thought they could meet.
Why Early Therapeutic Treatment Matters
Research consistently shows that early therapeutic treatment plays a critical role in addressing developmental challenges, including autism spectrum disorder (ASD), sensory processing disorders, ADHD, and Down syndrome. However, traditional preschool and kindergarten settings often fall short in supporting these specific needs.
Here’s what challenges many families face in traditional programs:
- Lack of Holistic Integration: Most programs offer isolated services instead of a unified, comprehensive approach.
- Generalized Environments: Facilities are often not designed to meet the sensory and developmental needs of children with special needs.
- Neglect of Individualized Goals: Programs that lack personalized care plans often miss out on creating impactful change.
At Blue Bird Day, we solve these challenges by combining evidence-based therapeutic methods with a dynamic, supportive learning environment that mirrors preschool and kindergarten settings.
The Blue Bird Day Model – A Blueprint for Progress
Our structured therapeutic programs integrate clinical expertise with engaging daily routines. Here’s how we make every moment count:
- Therapeutic Rotations: Daily activities are designed to promote social, sensory, and communication skills. Each rotation hones specific developmental areas, ensuring children consistently make progress on their goals.
- Tailored, Relationship-Driven Therapy: Our licensed therapists collaborate closely with families to create meaningful, achievable goals. From improving motor skills to feeding therapy and beyond, our care is uniquely customized for each child.
- Simulated School Environment: By reflecting the structure and routines of a traditional classroom, we ensure children are prepared for future success in mainstream educational settings.
- Evidence-Based Environments: Every detail in our facilities, from calming sensory areas to strategically designed classrooms, promotes client participation and engagement.
Building Bridges Between School and Home
At Blue Bird Day, therapeutic care extends beyond our doors. We know that meaningful collaboration between families and therapists is critical to ensuring consistent progress.
- Customized Tools and Strategies: Parents receive practical advice and strategies tailored to their child’s goals.
- Workshops and Consultations: Regular workshops provide parents with the tools to reinforce therapeutic techniques at home.
- A Team Approach: By building trust and communication, we empower parents to be active participants in their child’s success.
This cooperative model ensures that the progress children make at Blue Bird Day continues to flourish at home.
Always Innovating for the Future
At Blue Bird Day, we’re dedicated to staying at the forefront of therapeutic practices. Our team continually explores cutting-edge methods and techniques to enhance our programs. Regular training, research, and collaboration with leading experts keep us on the pulse of innovation in this space. This forward-thinking approach ensures that every child receives the highest level of care—tailored to their unique needs and designed to unlock their limitless potential.
Join the Blue Bird Day Family
With a focus on therapeutic intervention, personalized therapy, and a nurturing community, Blue Bird Day provides more than therapy—it offers a foundation for lifelong success.
Want to see the difference for yourself? Schedule a private tour of one of our state-of-the-art facilities in Chicagoland. Meet our expert team, explore our carefully crafted spaces, and learn how our programs can help your child reach their full potential.
Start your child’s journey toward growth, confidence, and independence.
Contact Blue Bird Day today to schedule your tour!
Together, we’ll give your child the care and support they need to blossom and succeed. Blue Bird Day isn’t just a preschool or kindergarten—it’s the first step in a brighter future.
Blue Bird Day—the first therapeutic preschool and kindergarten program in the nation—fosters socialization, sensory regulation, and pre-academic learning in children ages 2-7 years. Our compassionate therapists practice a relationship-based and family-centered approach, provide parent training, and collaborate on goals and individualized intensive treatment plans for your child.
We believe in a collaborative and multi-disciplinary team approach to therapy. A team of occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, dietitians, developmental therapists, behavioral therapists, physical therapists, and therapeutic assistants are created for each child to ensure child and family are fully supported and the best possible results are achieved.
Options for individualized, group and virtual therapy sessions are available as well.
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