OUR PHILOSOPHY
The Learning Center Child Development Preschool and the Robert Mayer Child Development Preschool provide opportunities for children to develop emotionally, socially and physically.
We believe in an atmosphere in which each child is respected and free to experiment and investigate, free to have individual ideas, and free to master those ideas in a planned environment.
Children learn the pleasures of doing things for themselves, and thus develop a positive self-concept. Our program sets limits to help children learn safety, value of property and respect for the rights of others.
We do not attempt to bring about quick changes; rather, we believe that with parent cooperation, positive learning experiences will establish a foundation for each child’s personal achievement.
CURRICULUM
The Preschools’ curriculum is designed to give children the opportunity to explore a wide range of developmentally appropriate activities within a warm and supportive environment. We believe that by developing a positive self-image (self-worth), children will reach out and develop new skills at their own pace.
Infant & Toddler Program (Ages 6 weeks-3 years):
The Infant and Toddler Programs offer a loving, caring, and nurturing atmosphere for children from ages 6 weeks to 3 years. Children are provided with a stimulating environment, which consists of learning experiences designed for the child’s total development, while respectful and trusting relationships are established between children and caregivers.
Preschool Program (Ages 3-6, fully potty trained):
Activities include creative art, music and movement, physical and natural science, language arts, gross and fine coordination skills, listening experiences dramatic play, and special events. A typical daily schedule will include circle time, art, nutrition break, outdoor play, music, story time, activity centers, quiet time and indoor play. We believe that children learn best when given a chance to explore, experiment, discover, and create in a caring atmosphere.
The children eat lunch at 12:00pm and rest time begins at 1:00pm. Afternoons consist of a planned program of indoor and outdoor activities, individual and group experiences, with nutritional snacks provided by the Boys & Girls Club.
Transitional Kindergarten (TK) (Ages 4 ½ to 6):
The Learning Center Child Development Preschool and the Robert Mayer Child Development Preschool offering an educational childcare program perfect for 4 ½ to 6 year olds who do not yet meet the age requirements to attend Kindergarten: Transitional Kindergarten, commonly called TK.
Our TK classroom follows the state Transitional Kindergarten guidelines including the California Preschool Learning Foundations and Curriculum Framework and the Common Core Standards set by the California Department of Education. To help every child reach the goal of being ready to succeed in school, our teachers plan curriculum that helps children develop social, emotional and academic skills. The TK curriculum includes language, literature, mathematics, technology, health and safety, artistic expression and appreciation, music and movement, handwriting, motor skills development, social skills development and much more. Our TK classroom has a low 1 to 12 teacher to child ratio. That means your child will get the attention they need and deserve.
The TK program follows the same extended day, year-round calendar as all of our other programs at the Learning Center Child Development Preschool and Robert Mayer Child Development Preschool. Working moms and dads can count on quality, educational care from 7:00am – 6:00pm.
INCLUSIVENESS
The preschools are committed to providing an all-inclusive program for your children, including children with special needs. In adherence to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), our program does not discriminate based on a child’s disability, and we strive to offer reasonable accommodations to enable children with disabilities to be fully included in the program.
For more information about any of our preschool programs, contact Director Rochelle Nguyen at 714-891-4714 ext. 501 or stop by your nearest branch for a tour.
