About Us
At Growing Stem Academy, we believe that children thrive in an environment where their natural curiosity is nurtured. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, our program fosters creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration by allowing children to take an active role in their learning journey. Through our play-based learning model, children are encouraged to explore, ask questions, and make discoveries at their own pace, guided by teachers who respect their individuality and support their unique interests.
Our bilingual curriculum integrates English and Mandarin, offering children the opportunity to develop language skills in a global context while embracing cultural diversity. We believe that language acquisition is most effective when it's embedded in meaningful, child-directed experiences. At Growing Stem Academy, we are committed to creating a learning environment that empowers children to lead, explore, and grow into confident, creative thinkers.
We provide a comfortable, peaceful, and play-based learning environment where your child can explore, learn, and grow under the guidance of our professional and dedicated teachers.
We believe in working closely with parents, ensuring open communication and collaboration so that your child’s growth and education are aligned with the goals we set together.
Our bilingual English-Mandarin curriculum and engaging lesson plans are designed to support your child’s development in multiple areas—cognitively, socially, and emotionally—through fun and interactive learning experiences.
We are committed to preparing your child for the next steps, whether it's kindergarten or other future academic challenges, fostering both physical and mental readiness for their continued success.
Why Choose Us?
Meet the Team
Sandy Xie
Director and Lead Teacher
Ms. Sandy is the proud founder and director ofGrowing Stem Academy. She earned her Bachelor's degree from the University of California, Davis, where she majored in Psychology and Chinese, with a minor in Education. Driven by her passion for child development, Sandy continued her education at Pacific Oaks College, earning a Master's degree in Human Development.Sandy's journey in early childhood education began as a teacher assistant, growing into roles as a head teacher and eventually a center director. With over four years of experience leading a preschool, she brings a deep understanding of nurturing learning environments, building strong communities, and supporting young learners' growth.