"Play is the brain's favorite way of learning.”  ​Diane Ackerman

Indoors and out, all year round, in all our programs, learning through play is the Girassol way! 

​Thanks so much for your interest in Girassol's programs. We are located in Homer, Alaska. Our Preschool Program, which runs year-round, is licensed by the State of Alaska and serves children ages 18 months to 5 years.  Currently we are not enrolling new students. Accepted applicants will be placed on a waiting list. ​Download an application here.
​PLEASE NOTE: The State of Alaska requires children in childcare centers to be up to date with immunizations. Girassol Preschool does not accept immunization waivers for religious or other personal reasons.

​Girassol's Escola de Artes program offers children's classes throughout the year. Art making nurtures creativity and innovative thinking., and children love it! ​In all our Escola de Artes programs, hands-on activities encourage the development of fine motor skills, neural development, and problem-solving abilities. 

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Girassol means "sunflower" in Portuguese, the language of Brazil. The word is  pronounced  jih·ruh·sol. 
​Sunflowers bring warmth, light, and happiness to all who look at them, just like children! On cloudy days, sunflowers turn to face each other, to give each other energy. This is the Girassol way! Click on the YouTube video to hear a beautiful Portuguese song about girassols! ​

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HEALTH INFORMATION: Girassol's staff is committed to helping promote the good health and wellness of our children and the entire community. Our health policies and procedures are developed with the guidance and approval of our medical advisor, who is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and practices medicine in our community. ​