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Preschool Program Overview

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Huntington Valley offers childcare / daycare and preschool programs for children ages six weeks old to six years old at our two preschools in Huntington Beach and Fountain Valley.  Our childcare programs are operated at our two licensed child development preschools: the Learning Center Child Development Preschool in Fountain Valley and the Robert Mayer Child Development Preschool on the campus of Golden West College in Huntington Beach.

At our preschools, you’ll find:

Register Now by contacting the Site Director at your preferred location:

Learning Center Preschool
17565 Los Alamos Street
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Phone: (714) 593-1524

Site Director: Susan Bixler
Program Director: Tiffany Luong
Office Manager: Thao Chao

Robert Mayer Preschool
Golden West College (near Gothard & Center Ave)
15744 Goldenwest Street
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Phone: (714) 891-4714

Site Director: Flor Aldaz
Program Director: Lesley Vinh
Office Manager: Bobbye Gaxiola

Click here to fill out a Preschool interest form for the 2023-2024 school year.

Hours

Program Hours: 7:00am – 6:00pm, Monday – Friday
Office Hours: 7:00am – 6:00pm, Monday – Friday

Program Information

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 714-899-5900 ext. 2 or stop by your nearest branch for a tour.

Program Prices & Fees

REGISTRATION
The registration fee for the Learning Center Child Development Preschool or the Robert Mayer Child Development Preschool is $90 per year, valid September through August.

PRESCHOOL TUITION & FEES

Infant Programs (6 weeks to 14 months, non-walker):
Full-Time, Monday – Friday from 7:00am-6:00pm
Rate: $310 per week.

Toddler Programs (12-24 months, mobile infants)
Full-time
, Monday – Friday from 7:00am-6:00pm
Rate: $305 per week

Preschool Program (24+ months, potty-training):
Full-time, Monday through Friday from 7:00am-6:00pm
Rate: $278 per week

Preschool Program (36 months+ & Potty-Trained):
Full-Time Preschool, Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 6:00pm
Rate: $231 per week

Part Time Preschool (36 months+ & Potty-Trained)
Available at Learning Center Only
Monday – Friday, 7:30am – 12:30pm, Rate: $178/week
Monday – Friday, 1:00pm – 6:00pm, Rate: $178/week
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 6:30am – 6:00pm, Rate: $178/week
Tuesday, Thursday, 6:30am – 6:00pm, Rate: $158/week

Transitional Kindergarten – TK (Ages 4 1/2 – 6):
Full Time TK, Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 6:00pm,
Rate: $230 per week

Part Time Transitional Kindergarten (Ages 4 1/2 – 6)
Available at Learning Center Only
Monday – Friday, 7:30am – 12:30pm, Rate: $183/week
Monday – Friday, 1:00pm – 6:00pm, Rate: $183/week
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 6:30am – 6:00pm, Rate: $183/week
Tuesday, Thursday, 6:30am – 6:00pm, Rate: $163/week

Payments should be made in the front office only. Payments are due the Friday prior to the week used. Payments made after Monday at 6pm of the current wee are considered late and will be charged a $10 late fee. All fees must be be paid in advance with no deductions for absences, vacations or holidays. If you have any questions about billing, check with the office. All prices are subject to change.

PERFORMING ART CLASSES
We offer transportation to/from the Robert Mayer Child Development Preschool to the ClubHouse Academy in Fountain Valley for selected performing arts classes. Preschoolers at the Learning Center Child Development Preschool can walk with teachers to select classes at the adjacent ClubHouse Academy.