Preschools in the Inland Empire Area
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Inland Empire KidsOutAndAbout Preschool Newsletter |
Dear KidsOutAndAbout readers:
Are you planning to have your children attend preschool this year? Or are you thinking about whether it's the best option for your family? Do you have a friend who is thinking about preschool for her kids? If any of these is true, this special annual edition of our newsletter is for YOU! We provide not only options for where to start your search in our area, but also some tips for what to
think about and what to look for as you start the process.
KidsOutAndAbout has a large list of local preschools that have posted to our site; this list is provided in the LISTS/Preschools & Childcare list linked from the menu on every
page of KidsOutAndAbout. In this newsletter, first, we have some featured preschools with descriptions of their programs. Next, we provide a list of links to some additional schools. And last, we provide tips for helping you evaluate preschools when you visit, to see if they are right for you.
Remember: SAVE THIS NEWSLETTER and forward it along! If you or one of your friends is in the market for a preschool, it's a handy
reference.
—Debra Ross, publisher |
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With more than 70 years of providing Christ-centered education for families in the Riverside area, we are reminded of God’s faithfulness and the power we have through His son, Jesus Christ. That faithfulness has been the reason for our growth from a small
elementary campus in 1948 to a two campus school system that serves over 950 students! We praise God that we have the privilege to minister alongside parents in the education of their children and look forward to every new school year in anticipation of whom the Lord brings to our campuses. This school offers TK - 12th grade.
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Here at ABC Child Care, our kids are the true stars of the show!! We know how important it is to guide the children in our care to be strong, capable, confident learners! As parents and guardians, you entrust us with your most precious children and that is
not something we take lightly. We strive to maintain a level of excellence in our program that is unmatched.
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This program is designed to provide opportunities for each child to build self-esteem, self-confidence and positive relationships. Our goal is to provide all of the children in our care, with a clean, safe, comfortable, and loving environment where they can
play and learn. Our approach to teaching can be described as a sharing of knowledge between child and adult, in a hands-on, child-directed atmosphere. Creative Little Rascals provides a high-quality early childhood program where the children are active learners in both a structured and unstructured setting. The staff will develop learning experiences and ask questions that encourage children to think, and problem solve. They will nurture and develop the social, emotional, physical, and
intellectual stages of each child. The children are encouraged through every stage of their development to play, question, think for themselves, and verbalize their feelings; foster positive relationships with their peers and teachers, problem solve,…
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At RIVMA, we offer a diverse range of programs designed to nurture every aspect of your child's development. Our WASC-accredited Montessori curriculum provides a strong academic foundation while fostering creativity and critical thinking. With a focus on
STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math), our programs are enriched by hands-on learning experiences that inspire innovation. Our Montessori approach ensures individualized learning, allowing each child to progress at their own pace while developing independence and a lifelong love of learning.
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We strive to provide a clean, safe and educational environment for young children and their families. Within our care, children develop skills that promote physical, emotional, social and intellectual growth. We believe in being supportive of our parents
and we welcome their positive involvement and presence at all times. We further believe that within our environment, children can thrive and have the opportunity to blossom into responsible and contributing members of our society.
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Beginning with infants, we work each day to prepare your little one for success in elementary school and beyond. Our research-based curriculum and individualized learning approach are the basis for every program at Childtime. Warm, nurturing teachers
empower your child to meet and exceed milestones and find success. Our School Readiness Pathway provides a guide to elementary school that can be personalized to fit the needs of every individual child. With our exclusive curricula, as well as our digital lesson planning tool, our teachers are enabled to build customized learning experiences that fit every age group.
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Preschool University (license #364807277) is a nonprofit, licensed child care center in Redlands providing year round, full-day and partial-day child care for children 18 months to 5 years. Our licensed child care programs provide a fun, educational and
safe environment for area youth to learn, grow and thrive.
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Loma Linda Academy Children’s Center provides early childhood care and education for children ages 3 months to 5 years old. The Children's Center is licensed by the State of California Department of Social Services. Our fundamental commitment to Christian
values is deeply rooted in our mission to provide a nurturing environment for children. We support a community of students, staff, and parents who love God and reflect His character by serving with passion and excellence.
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One of the most difficult decisions some parents have to make is whether or not to place their child in daycare. For many, professional child care is not a choice but a necessity mandated by financial need or career demands. Cottonwood Montessori in
Riverside, California, offers the best Montessori Program & Childcare Services. We are first aid and CPR Certified. All of our teachers are AMI certified and all of our assistants have montessori methods of teaching.
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Immanuel Lutheran Church and School is a vibrant community of believers. We believe God has a purpose for us, and by His grace, we are making a difference in the lives of our members and our community.
The toddler program holds a 1:6 ratio and a maximum of 10 students daily.
We are a developmental school and believe that young children learn best through play. Therefore, our toddler teacher will develop hands on learning activities that will be fun and engaging for your child! In the Toddler program your child will learn self-help skills including potty-training, feeding themselves, sitting during meal times, washing hands, and improving language skills. Your child will be exposed to their names, colors, shapes, and a
variety of themes which explore the world they live in. We will also be working on expanding attention span, developing fine motor skills essential to holding a pencil and writing their names, as well as learning how to be a friend as the teachers emphasize…
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What kind of preschool best suits your child?
Those nice parenting articles always tell you to make sure you choose a preschool that best suits your child's personality--but then rarely provide any specifics on what will give you those clues. Children vary widely in their responses to different situations. Think
about where your child falls on the following dimensions, and think about your own personal preferences for what a preschool experience should be like for your child. Then, when you visit preschools, ask the administrators (and observe yourself) about how well the school's philosophy matches your children's needs. - Playing and learning: Do these seem like separate times at the preschool, or are play and learning time integrated?
- The setting: Is your goal to get your child used
to a school setting, or is it important that the setting feel more like home?
- Specific learning goals: Do you have academic milestones or religious needs that you would like met? Think about this before you set out, and refine your thoughts as you visit more schools.
- Introverts and extroverts: If your child falls on one end of introvert-extrovert scale, it's important to realize this and see what would be expected of them at each preschool (especially important for the
introverts).
- Active play: Does the school provide resources for physically active play that match your child's needs?
- Rest: Kids have different rhythms and requirements for rest. Think about what your child's specific needs are to ensure that they will be accommodated.
- Structure: Some kids do better with lots of structure, while other families feel that they already have enough structure and prefer that a preschool ensure lots of time for unstructured play and
interaction.
- Discipline: What happens when kids misbehave at school? Does the school's philosophy match yours?
- Safety: Safety is a big concern. Think carefully about your standards for keeping kids safe, and observe how the school meets your expectations.
If your child attends (or attended) a great preschool that is not currently on our big preschool list (the easiest way to find out is to search in the big search bar on the top of every KidsOutAndAbout page), please
email me back and we'll contact them immediately to see if they'd like to be on this list! |
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