Our Leadership & Staff Home / About Us / Our Leadership & Staff Meet Our Dedicated Team A Message from Our Principal Sara Tomblin, Principal Welcome to Chesterbrook Academy—a place for early learning where families and children grow together in a nurturing, safe, and joyful environment. At our school, we believe that education is a collaborative partnership. Our mission is to walk alongside your family, providing a supportive village where children feel deeply valued, secure, and inspired to explore the world around them. From your very first visit, our goal is to understand your family’s unique needs and support you in choosing the path that allows your child to truly thrive. A Legacy of Institutional Tenure What truly distinguishes our school is the exceptional commitment and longevity of our faculty. We are proud to be a community defined by remarkable teacher tenure, featuring educators who have dedicated five, ten, and even up to 35 years of service to our families. This deep institutional experience creates a consistent, high-quality academic environment. Because we are incredibly selective when welcoming new educators to our team, we look for professionals who possess an innate ability to speak to children on their level and who share our long-term commitment to early childhood excellence. An Environment Immersed in Nature Our campus is designed to balance robust academic preparation with physical well-being. Tucked away in a peaceful, wooded setting, our building features large classroom windows that flood our learning spaces with beautiful, natural light. We are uniquely situated adjacent to a local park with pristine walking trails, allowing us to extend our learning environment outdoors into nature, especially during our vibrant summer camp programming. Engaging Classrooms and Active Discovery At Chesterbrook Academy, children learn through exciting, deeply engaging experiences. Our dedicated teachers excel at bringing literature to life, transforming books into hands-on, multi-sensory activities that captivate young minds. Our skill-based curriculum is designed to be highly intentional yet user-friendly, ensuring that both educators and parents understand the clear, age-appropriate milestones students master before advancing. We also capitalize on daily, authentic interactions to naturally weave social-emotional development into the fabric of every day. This core foundation is further enhanced by specialized enrichment opportunities brought right to our campus, including soccer, dance, and our campus-wide Stretch & Grow program. Exceptional Kindergarten Readiness The true measure of our program lives in the confidence and capability of our graduates. Year after year, our alumni families return to share that elementary school educators are thoroughly impressed by the advanced academic readiness and social fluency of Chesterbrook graduates. Our students enter kindergarten more than prepared—they enter as confident, well-rounded learners who are ready to lead. Our Uncompromising Commitment to Safety Safety and trust are the absolute pillars of our community. To ensure a secure environment for your child, every faculty member undergoes rigorous background checks before joining our school. Furthermore, our team continuously sharpens their emergency readiness through frequent, specialized training, including CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration Training (MAT). With strict adherence to playground safety guidelines and diligent “Face-to-Name” attendance protocols, we prioritize your child’s security so that their entire focus can remain on the joy of growth and discovery. We invite you to experience the Chesterbrook Academy distinction firsthand. Please join us for a personal tour of our unique campus, meet our dedicated faculty, and discover how our supportive village can partner with your family for a lifetime of successful learning. We look forward to welcoming you into our community! Read More Learn More About Chesterbrook Academy Stony Point Rd. Teachers Do you have long-standing faculty and staff at your preschool? Our leadership team at Chesterbrook Academy Preschool on Stony Point Road in Richmond brings over 20 years of dedicated service to our school community. This legacy of excellence is further exemplified by our Pre-K teacher, who has nearly 40 years of experience. This level of experience ensures that our Links to Learning curriculum is delivered with a profound understanding of child development. What do families appreciate most about teachers at Chesterbrook Academy Stony Point Rd? Our families value the authentic engagement and deep-seated care our educators bring to every interaction. We believe that when children feel truly supported, they are more willing to explore and take intellectual risks. What qualifications do your preschool teachers have? At Chesterbrook Academy Preschool on Stony Point Road in Richmond, we maintain high standards for instructional rigor and student well-being. Our faculty includes educators with college degrees, and all staff members exceed state-mandated licensing hours for professional development. Every teacher is CPR and MAT certified. What makes the teachers at Chesterbrook Academy Stony Point Rd exceptional? What sets our teachers apart is their commitment to the extra effort that defines a high-quality educational experience. Whether it is sending a thoughtful update via Links 2 Home to reassure a parent after a difficult morning transition or tailoring a lesson to a child’s specific interests, our educators go above and beyond to partner with families. Come See Our School in Action! Contact us today to schedule a private tour and experience our Links to Learning curriculum firsthand. Learn More