Small & Personal
Home-based care where every child is known, supported, and valued.
Experience You Can Trust
Over 20 years of hands-on experience with early childhood development.
Learning Without Pressure
Building confidence, social skills, and kindergarten readiness through play and structure.
Finding the Right Preschool Can Be Tricky
You want your child to be safe, happy, and excited to learn—but many preschool options feel crowded or impersonal. It’s hard to know who you can truly trust with your child during such an important stage.
Preschool should feel nurturing and familiar—not overwhelming. Your child deserves a place where they feel comfortable, supported, and encouraged every day.
Meet
Danielle Orton
Danielle Orton has been teaching preschool in Cedar City, Utah for over 25 years, earning the trust of families across the community through decades of consistent, loving care. She attended Southern Utah University, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education with an emphasis in Early Childhood Development—formal training that laid the foundation for her thoughtful, developmentally appropriate approach to early learning. Many of the children she teaches today are the sons and daughters of her former students, a reflection of the long-lasting relationships she has built with local families. As a trusted mom, educator, and longtime member of the Cedar City community, Danielle is known for creating a preschool environment where children feel safe, supported, and genuinely excited to learn.
Danielle’s approach is home-based and thoughtfully focused on kindergarten readiness, blending early academics, social development, and structured routines with warmth and encouragement. She truly enjoys working with young children and brings that joy into every day in the classroom. Danielle married her husband, Dustin Orton, in 1997, and together they have raised their four daughters in Cedar City—deepening her roots and connection to the community she serves. Recently becoming a grandmother herself, Danielle understands just how important these early years are, and she treats every child with the same care and attention she gives her own grandchildren. Parents can feel confident knowing their child is learning in a nurturing, experienced, and trusted environment that feels like an extension of home.
Explore Our Classes
At On My Way! Preschool, children are placed in classes based on their age and developmental stage, ensuring they receive the right balance of structure, learning, and play. Each class is thoughtfully designed to help children grow in confidence, build foundational skills, and enjoy learning in a warm, home-based environment. The main difference between classes is age, with flexible morning and afternoon options for families with 4-year-olds.
Our classes include:
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Little Learners (3 years old)
A gentle introduction to preschool focused on routines, social skills, listening, early learning basics, and learning through play. This class helps younger children feel comfortable, confident, and excited to be in a classroom setting.
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AM Explorers (4 years old)
A morning preschool option for 4-year-olds that builds on early academic foundations, kindergarten readiness, and social development. This class offers structured learning balanced with creative play and hands-on activities.
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PM Explorers (4 years old)
An afternoon option for 4-year-olds that follows the same curriculum and learning goals as AM Explorers, providing families with flexible scheduling while maintaining a consistent, high-quality preschool experience.
