In September 1979, surrounded by woods and dirt roads, Francesca Gardner "Ms. Frankie" as she is known decided to pursue her lifelong dream and open a preschool that would be located at her childhood home. Her first enrollment consisted of six children. The school has blossomed. Now licensed for one hundred and thirty nine children. 2002 her son Samuel Simpson and wife Sherri decided to keep the business in the family. Between the three of them, they have created a center to be very proud of.We strive to give our best to each child and parent. This requires everyone employed to be a nurturing loving care giver, and educator.As fast as the world changes, we want the children of Storybook Ranch to have a head start and be prepared for their years to come. We cannot do this alone. Parent involvement and open communication is essential. We teach our children we are their school family and everyone is taught to respects one another. We encourage each child to be involved in classroom activities. We invite parents to visit the classroom and encourage them to participate in the curriculum. Parents are welcome to bring projects to express their heritage. We feel it is important that children not only receive a great education, but also have time to be kids.We want to assure parents that their children are safe. Each building has a coded entry pad. Only parents and staff of Storybook Ranch have the code. We have security cameras in each room. This allows the directors availability to watch the rooms at any given time. Parents may come to the center and view their child by appointment.